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

Market Overview

Active Listings
155
⇧ 7.6% vs 144 last year
Pending
43
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$685,000
⇧ 24.1% vs $552,075 last year
Average Price
$1,534,405
⇧ 2.1% vs $1,503,134 last year
Days on Market
78
⇧ 20% vs 65 days last year

Market Context

Population: 30,324  ·  Density: 837.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $111,823

Typical home value: $447,126  ·  Homeownership: 72.0%

Market Analysis

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

The CORNELIUS, NC real estate market (28031) currently shows 155 active listings, with 43 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 24.1% year-over-year, from $552,075 to $685,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 155 this year vs 144 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 65 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $685,000 (+24.1% YoY)
  • Average: $1,534,405 (+2.1% 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 16.8 miles — 1,960 listings ($1,268,414,772 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28031Cornelius, NC 280310.0 mi155$237,832,775$685,000$1,534,405
28036Davidson, NC 280365.7 mi139$187,090,664$812,000$1,345,976
28037Denver, NC 280377.3 mi197$198,125,264$625,000$1,005,712
28115Mooresville, NC 281159.8 mi251$132,077,957$470,000$526,207
28269Charlotte, NC 2826910.8 mi343$147,155,232$399,000$429,024
28216Charlotte, NC 2821611.4 mi230$96,950,290$349,065$421,523
28080Iron Station, NC 2808012.3 mi43$31,566,128$499,000$734,096
28081Kannapolis, NC 2808112.7 mi133$50,161,349$329,900$377,153
28262Charlotte, NC 2826213.4 mi106$41,275,658$349,900$389,393
28214Charlotte, NC 2821414.7 mi196$79,820,608$379,945$407,248
28213Charlotte, NC 2821316.0 mi126$44,353,260$346,000$352,010
28088Landis, NC 2808816.4 mi18$7,282,206$310,000$404,567
28125Mount Ulla, NC 2812516.8 mi23$14,723,381$558,900$640,147

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CORNELIUS, NC 28031?

As of January 2026, there are 155 active listings in CORNELIUS, NC (zip code 28031), compared to 144 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CORNELIUS, NC 28031?

The median listing price in CORNELIUS, NC 28031 is $685,000 as of January 2026, a 24.1% increase from $552,075 the prior year.

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

Homes in CORNELIUS, NC 28031 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 65 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CORNELIUS, NC 28031?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CORNELIUS, NC 28031 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 11 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 65 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CORNELIUS, NC 28031 save an estimated $13,700 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $685,000. 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.