Market Ranking · 2026-07-08
Top Probate & Estate Counties in North Carolina (2026)
2,758 verified probate and estate filings across 7 counties in North Carolina, ranked by filing volume. Sourced directly from public court dockets.
Probate, estate, and inherited property filings — court records created when a property owner passes away and the property must be distributed or sold. Heirs often need to sell quickly, especially if the property is out-of-state or needs significant repairs.
- 2,758 total probate and estate filings tracked across 7 counties
- Highest volume: Wake County (1,868), Alamance County (597), Cumberland County (223)
- Average median property value: $284,866
County rankings by probate & estate volume
| # | County | Filings | Med. Value | Absentee | Med. Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wake County | 1,868 | $435,742 | — | — |
| 2 | Alamance County | 597 | $243,238 | — | — |
| 3 | Cumberland County | 223 | $225,400 | — | — |
| 4 | Alexander County | 47 | $178,451 | — | — |
| 5 | Alleghany County | 8 | — | — | — |
| 6 | Demo Caldwell County | 7 | $341,500 | — | — |
| 7 | Anson County | 6 | — | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
How many probate and estate filings are tracked in North Carolina?+
Keystone Court Data tracks 2,758 verified probate and estate filings across 7 North Carolina counties. Data is sourced directly from public court dockets and updated as new filings appear.
Which North Carolina county has the most probate and estate filings?+
Wake County leads with 1,868 probate and estate filings. The median property value in these filings is $435,742. All data comes from public court records.
What is the typical property value in North Carolina probate and estate filings?+
Across 5 counties with assessor data, the average median property value in North Carolina probate and estate filings is $284,866. Values vary by county — from $178,451 to $435,742.
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