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Surry County

Wine country, Mount Airy charm and Blue Ridge foothills

Median sold
$260,000
Average sold
$304,307
Days on market
30
Population
71k
Avg commute
24 min

Triad MLS closed sales, last 90 days, as of Oct 9, 2026. Average is pulled up by a few high-end sales; median is the middle sale. 145 closed sales in Surry.

Surry County on the map

City limits, towns and roads across Surry. Click the map to enable scroll zoom.

Overview

Surry County holds the heart of the Yadkin Valley wine region, Pilot Mountain State Park and Mount Airy—Andy Griffith's hometown. It's the Triad's gateway to the Blue Ridge Parkway and a favorite for retirees and second-home buyers.

Why people move here

  • Yadkin Valley AVA wineries
  • Pilot Mountain State Park
  • Mount Airy's historic downtown
  • Blue Ridge Parkway within an hour

Climate

Foothill climate: cooler summers, more winter snow than Greensboro.

Common questions

What is the median home price in Surry County?
Per Triad MLS closed sales over the last 90 days (as of Oct 9, 2026), the median sold price in Surry County was $260,000 and the average was $304,307, across 145 closed sales. The average runs higher because a handful of high-end sales pull it up; the median is the middle sale. Prices vary widely by school zone and lot size.
Which school districts serve Surry County?
Surry County Schools, Mount Airy City Schools, Elkin City Schools.
What is Surry County best known for?
Yadkin Valley AVA wineries; Pilot Mountain State Park; Mount Airy's historic downtown; Blue Ridge Parkway within an hour.

Thinking about Surry?

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