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ALBEMARLE, NC 28001

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Stanly County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The ALBEMARLE, NC real estate market (28001) currently shows 185 active listings, with 47 pending sales. Homes are averaging 74 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 74 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.3% year-over-year, from $280,000 to $292,100.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 25,949  ·  Density: 76.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,284

Typical home value: $166,639  ·  Homeownership: 67.3%

Market Overview

Active Listings
185
⇧ 18.6% vs 156 last year
Pending
47
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$292,100
⇧ 4.3% vs $280,000 last year
Average Price
$321,141
⇩ 3% vs $331,093 last year
Days on Market
74
⇧ 42.3% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$177
⇩ 1.7% vs $180/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,584 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 185 this year vs 156 last year
  • Days on market: 74 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $292,100 (+4.3% YoY)
  • Average: $321,141 (-3% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.7 miles — 885 listings ($399,027,654 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28001Albemarle, NC 280010.0 mi170$56,288,020$295,000$331,106
28127New London, NC 281278.2 mi76$39,321,792$256,175$517,392
28129Oakboro, NC 2812910.0 mi34$14,263,714$373,425$419,521
28137Richfield, NC 2813711.7 mi9$5,115,753$504,900$568,417
28071Gold Hill, NC 2807114.2 mi8$4,052,400$519,950$506,550
28163Stanfield, NC 2816315.5 mi25$19,205,625$446,150$768,225
28025Concord, NC 2802518.5 mi239$100,481,575$366,250$420,425
28107Midland, NC 2810718.8 mi51$32,012,394$439,675$627,694
28135Polkton, NC 2813520.8 mi8$6,756,400$513,675$844,550
28041Faith, NC 2804122.6 mi1$175,000$175,000$175,000
28083Kannapolis, NC 2808323.8 mi109$34,756,939$314,725$318,871
28103Marshville, NC 2810324.5 mi39$22,740,042$386,250$583,078
28075Harrisburg, NC 2807524.7 mi116$63,858,000$549,700$550,500

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ALBEMARLE, NC 28001?

As of March 2026, there are 185 active listings in ALBEMARLE, NC (zip code 28001), compared to 156 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ALBEMARLE, NC 28001?

The median listing price in ALBEMARLE, NC 28001 is $292,100 as of March 2026, a 4.3% increase from $280,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in ALBEMARLE, NC?

Homes in ALBEMARLE, NC 28001 spend an average of 74 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ALBEMARLE, NC 28001?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, ALBEMARLE, NC 28001 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 74 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in ALBEMARLE, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ALBEMARLE, NC 28001 save an estimated $5,842 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $292,100. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.