27520 — Clayton, NC Home Values
Typical home value $339,276 as of June 2026 · 36th of 47 in Raleigh-Cary, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 27520, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 27520 compares in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area
ZIP code 27520 (Clayton, NC) has a typical home value of $339,276 as of June 2026, ranking 36th of 47 ZIP codes tracked in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area, more expensive than about 26% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -1.5% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +24.9%, from $271,549 in June 2021 to $339,276 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 15.4× the annual rent ($1,839/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Raleigh-Cary, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Raleigh.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 27520 has a population of 48,662, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 60.3% White, 22.4% Black or African American, 14.2% Hispanic or Latino, 2.2% two or more races, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| West Clayton Elementary | 1012 S Lombard St, Clayton, NC | 2.2 mi |
| Clayton Middle | 490 Guy Rd, Clayton, NC | 2.3 mi |
| Swift Creek Middle | 325 Norris Rd, Clayton, NC | 2.5 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 27520?
$339,276 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 27520 an expensive ZIP code in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area?
27520 ranks 36th of 47 ZIP codes in the Raleigh-Cary, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 26% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 27520 changed over the past year?
-1.5% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 27520?
The typical home price is 15.4× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,839/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 27520?
48,662, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 27520?
West Clayton Elementary (2.2 mi), Clayton Middle (2.3 mi), Swift Creek Middle (2.5 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 27520?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Raleigh-Cary, NC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.