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GASTONIA, NC 28056

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Gaston County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
185
⇩ 2.6% vs 190 last year
Pending
50
27% pending ratio
Median Price
$386,880
⇧ 1.9% vs $379,500 last year
Average Price
$425,263
⇧ 1.6% vs $418,701 last year
Days on Market
76
⇧ 8.6% vs 70 days last year

Market Context

Population: 35,493  ·  Density: 283.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $86,118

Typical home value: $243,016  ·  Homeownership: 80.6%

Market Analysis

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

The GASTONIA, NC real estate market (28056) currently shows 185 active listings, with 50 pending sales. Homes are averaging 76 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 76 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.9% year-over-year, from $379,500 to $386,880.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 185 this year vs 190 last year
  • Days on market: 76 now vs 70 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $386,880 (+1.9% YoY)
  • Average: $425,263 (+1.6% 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 15.5 miles — 1,687 listings ($794,305,642 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28056Gastonia, NC 280560.0 mi185$78,673,655$386,880$425,263
28054Gastonia, NC 280543.3 mi147$44,063,250$294,000$299,750
28098Lowell, NC 280984.0 mi18$7,978,050$350,000$443,225
28052Gastonia, NC 280526.1 mi276$77,448,636$275,000$280,611
29710Clover, SC 297109.5 mi201$106,127,598$430,000$527,998
28120Mount Holly, NC 281209.7 mi94$39,042,806$388,000$415,349
28016Bessemer City, NC 2801611.5 mi58$25,897,290$272,500$446,505
28208Charlotte, NC 2820812.4 mi262$105,933,674$349,000$404,327
28164Stanley, NC 2816412.9 mi97$43,099,622$370,000$444,326
28077High Shoals, NC 2807713.6 mi6$2,038,680$334,500$339,780
29708Fort Mill, SC 2970814.2 mi187$106,571,861$475,000$569,903
28203Charlotte, NC 2820315.1 mi52$40,038,752$642,000$769,976
28209Charlotte, NC 2820915.5 mi104$117,391,768$607,450$1,128,767

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in GASTONIA, NC 28056?

As of January 2026, there are 185 active listings in GASTONIA, NC (zip code 28056), compared to 190 the prior year.

What is the median home price in GASTONIA, NC 28056?

The median listing price in GASTONIA, NC 28056 is $386,880 as of January 2026, a 1.9% increase from $379,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in GASTONIA, NC 28056 spend an average of 76 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 70 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in GASTONIA, NC 28056?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, GASTONIA, NC 28056 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 5 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 76 days on market compared to 70 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in GASTONIA, NC 28056 save an estimated $7,738 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $386,880. 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.