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ALBEMARLE, NC 28001

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
165
⇧ 11.5% vs 148 last year
Pending
33
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$295,000
⇧ 1.8% vs $289,750 last year
Average Price
$330,856
⇩ 3.3% vs $342,299 last year
Days on Market
89
⇧ 12.7% vs 79 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The ALBEMARLE, NC real estate market (28001) currently shows 165 active listings, with 33 pending sales. Homes are averaging 89 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 89 days on market compared to 79 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.8% year-over-year, from $289,750 to $295,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 165 this year vs 148 last year
  • Days on market: 89 now vs 79 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $295,000 (+1.8% YoY)
  • Average: $330,856 (-3.3% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.5 miles — 572 listings ($228,876,839 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28001Albemarle, NC 280010.0 mi165$54,591,240$295,000$330,856
28127New London, NC 281278.2 mi77$40,526,178$245,000$526,314
28129Oakboro, NC 2812910.0 mi37$15,914,329$380,000$430,117
28137Richfield, NC 2813711.7 mi9$4,049,739$514,900$449,971
28071Gold Hill, NC 2807114.2 mi9$4,560,840$529,900$506,760
28007Ansonville, NC 2800715.4 mi1$150,000$150,000$150,000
27371Troy, NC 2737115.6 mi16$7,347,312$283,500$459,207
28138Rockwell, NC 2813818.5 mi25$11,162,125$365,000$446,485
27239Denton, NC 2723919.7 mi30$15,953,790$354,900$531,793
28146Salisbury, NC 2814622.5 mi144$59,309,136$366,900$411,869
27229Candor, NC 2722923.7 mi5$1,288,300$240,000$257,660
27356Star, NC 2735624.0 mi4$1,389,600$229,000$347,400
28170Wadesboro, NC 2817024.5 mi50$12,634,250$234,500$252,685

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 165 active listings in ALBEMARLE, NC (zip code 28001), compared to 148 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in ALBEMARLE, NC 28001 is $295,000 as of January 2026, a 1.8% increase from $289,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in ALBEMARLE, NC 28001 spend an average of 89 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 79 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 January 2026, ALBEMARLE, NC 28001 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 89 days on market compared to 79 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 $5,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $295,000. 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.