27889 — Washington, NC Home Values
Typical home value $244,560 as of August 2026 · 3rd of 8 in Washington, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 27889, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 27889 compares in the Washington, NC area
ZIP code 27889 (Washington, NC) has a typical home value of $244,560 as of August 2026, ranking 3rd of 8 ZIP codes tracked in the Washington, NC area, more expensive than about 75% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +1.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +35.6%, from $180,369 in August 2021 to $244,560 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 18× the annual rent ($1,130/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 Washington, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Washington.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 27889 has a population of 24,568, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 59.4% White, 27.4% Black or African American, 9.1% Hispanic or Latino, 3.5% two or more races, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| John Small Elementary | 4103 North Market Street Ext, Washington, NC | 1.4 mi |
| P S Jones Middle | 4105 N Market Street Ext, Washington, NC | 1.4 mi |
| Washington High | 400 Slatestone Road, Washington, NC | 1.7 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 27889?
$244,560 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 27889 an expensive ZIP code in the Washington, NC area?
27889 ranks 3rd of 8 ZIP codes in the Washington, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 75% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 27889 changed over the past year?
+1.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 27889?
The typical home price is 18× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,130/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 27889?
24,568, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 27889?
John Small Elementary (1.4 mi), P S Jones Middle (1.4 mi), Washington High (1.7 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 27889?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Washington, 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.