Data as of September 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Burke County, NC real estate market currently shows 455 active listings, with 112 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 106 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 66 days on market compared to 68 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 1.6% year-over-year, from $324,950 to $319,800.
Population: 79,616 · Density: 83.3/mi² · Median household income: $53,164
Typical home value: $153,163 · Homeownership: 75.4%
Connelly Springs: 28612
Drexel: 28619
Glen Alpine: 28628
Hildebran: 28637
Icard: 28666
Jonas Ridge: 28641
Rutherford College: 28671
Valdese: 28690
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.