The Triangle's landscape is different, and sales are still holding strong because the area is desirable, one Realtor said.
The average Raleigh home is valued at nearly $425,000, down nearly 3% from this time last year.
They are backing out of deals at faster rates in a decade as housing costs become more expensive.
"We're in the right place at the right time," said Zadeits.
This year the open house tours will showcase homes Durham, Orange, Chatham & Wake counties.
"You got people that are definitely buying. They're hungry."