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North Dakota

Market intelligence, compliance regulations, and licensing requirements with source and freshness context.

Closing Model

Title / Escrow

Contracts

Varies by transaction

Avg Timeline

~30 Days

Renewal

9 CE Hrs / 1 Yrs

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Market Pulse

Median Home Price

$308,0842.2% YoY

vs. $264,044 previous

Days on Market

82

vs. 105 previous

Inventory

3.5 mos

vs. 5.9 mos previous

Status

Current

Review cadence: monthly

Data effective Apr 14, 2026

Economic Context

Macro IndicatorCurrent Value
Unemployment Rate2.3%
Median Household Income$75,949

Source: connector_state_baseline

Effective: Jul 24, 2026

Mortgage Climate

30-Year Fixed

Residential

6.73%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

15-Year Fixed

Residential

5.98%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

5/1 ARM

Residential

6.35%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

7/1 ARM

Residential

6.48%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

FHA

Residential

6.45%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

VA

Residential

6.15%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

USDA

Residential

6.25%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Jumbo

Residential

6.92%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

HELOC

Residential

8.5%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Reverse Mortgage

Residential

6.99%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Home Equity Loan

Residential

8.25%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Renovation/203k

Residential

7.1%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Non-QM

Residential

7.85%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Hard Money (Residential)

Residential

11.5%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

Interest-Only

Residential

7.25%

Source: seed

Updated: weekly

As of: Apr 9, 2026

5/1 ARM

Residential

6.06%

Source: Freddie Mac PMMS ARM

Updated: weekly

As of: Nov 10, 2022

15-Year Fixed

Residential

6.6%

Source: Freddie Mac PMMS

Updated: weekly

As of: Oct 29, 2026

30-Year Fixed (Conforming)

Residential

7.13%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

Jumbo 30-Year Fixed

Residential

7.048%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

FHA 30-Year Fixed

Residential

6.959%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

VA 30-Year Fixed

Residential

6.765%

Source: Optimal Blue OBMMI

Updated: daily

As of: Nov 2, 2026

Rate data effective Nov 2, 2026

Contract Practices

Asset FamilyContract Standardization
Office CommercialCustom (attorney required)
Retail CommercialCustom (attorney required)
Industrial / Warehouse / Flex CommercialCustom (attorney required)
Condominium / Co-op Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Townhome / PUD Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Apartment / Multifamily 5+ MultifamilyCustom (attorney required)
Single-Family Detached Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Duplex / Triplex / Fourplex Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Manufactured / Modular Home Residential 1-4Standardized forms
Residential Lease Residential LeasingStandardized forms
Mixed-Use CommercialCustom (attorney required)
Land / Development Site Land & DevelopmentStandardized or custom
Hospitality / Hotel / Motel / Resort HospitalityCustom (attorney required)
Self-Storage / Specialty Specialty CommercialCustom (attorney required)
Farm / Ranch / Agricultural Land & AgStandardized or custom

Regulatory Updates

Mineral Rights Disclosure Enhancement

property_rightsBill: HB 1234

Enhanced disclosure requirements for severed mineral rights in property transactions, requiring sellers to provide documentation of mineral right ownership, active oil/gas leases, surface use agreements, and royalty payment history.

Impact: high
Effective: Sep 1, 2025Read official bill text

State Rules & Customary Notes

Disclosures

Seller disclosure required

Closing Logistics

Title company handles closing

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Frequently asked questions

Does North Dakota require an attorney for real estate closings?

No. In North Dakota, closings are typically handled by title or escrow companies rather than attorneys. Title company handles closing

Does North Dakota use standardized real estate contract forms?

North Dakota does not mandate promulgated forms statewide; contract practices vary by transaction type.

How many continuing-education hours do North Dakota real estate agents need?

North Dakota requires 9 continuing-education hours per 1-year renewal period, with a renewal fee of $75.00. Must include 9 hours annually

How long does closing take in North Dakota?

A typical North Dakota real estate closing takes about 30 days from contract to close, though financing, inspections, and title work can shift the timeline.

License Reciprocity

Check how a current license may apply in North Dakota or another destination.

Local Terminology

  • retail leaseContext: transaction type
  • industrial leaseContext: transaction type
  • medical leaseContext: transaction type
  • restaurant leaseContext: transaction type
  • lease optionContext: transaction type
  • lease purchaseContext: transaction type
  • subject toContext: transaction type
  • seller financingContext: transaction type

License Renewal

CE Hours: 9

Renewal Period: 1 years

Renewal Fee: $75.00

Must include 9 hours annually

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