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KANNAPOLIS, NC 28081

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
133
⇧ 14.7% vs 116 last year
Pending
38
29% pending ratio
Median Price
$329,900
⇩ 4.8% vs $346,655 last year
Average Price
$377,153
⇧ 5.1% vs $358,950 last year
Days on Market
80
⇧ 17.6% vs 68 days last year

Market Context

Population: 27,527  ·  Density: 351.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $64,180

Typical home value: $206,830  ·  Homeownership: 67.5%

Market Analysis

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

The KANNAPOLIS, NC real estate market (28081) currently shows 133 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 80 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 80 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.8% year-over-year, from $346,655 to $329,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 133 this year vs 116 last year
  • Days on market: 80 now vs 68 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $329,900 (-4.8% YoY)
  • Average: $377,153 (+5.1% 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 17.7 miles — 1,995 listings ($889,041,994 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28081Kannapolis, NC 280810.0 mi133$50,161,349$329,900$377,153
28083Kannapolis, NC 280835.1 mi111$35,219,301$305,000$317,291
28027Concord, NC 280276.4 mi248$121,432,952$450,000$489,649
28115Mooresville, NC 281158.0 mi251$132,077,957$470,000$526,207
28025Concord, NC 2802511.6 mi225$95,291,100$370,000$423,516
28262Charlotte, NC 2826212.8 mi106$41,275,658$349,900$389,393
28138Rockwell, NC 2813812.9 mi25$11,162,125$365,000$446,485
28269Charlotte, NC 2826913.6 mi343$147,155,232$399,000$429,024
28147Salisbury, NC 2814713.7 mi130$53,972,880$349,995$415,176
28213Charlotte, NC 2821315.4 mi126$44,353,260$346,000$352,010
28166Troutman, NC 2816616.9 mi131$75,780,094$403,900$578,474
28146Salisbury, NC 2814617.5 mi144$59,309,136$366,900$411,869
27013Cleveland, NC 2701317.7 mi22$21,850,950$422,056$993,225

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in KANNAPOLIS, NC 28081?

As of January 2026, there are 133 active listings in KANNAPOLIS, NC (zip code 28081), compared to 116 the prior year.

What is the median home price in KANNAPOLIS, NC 28081?

The median listing price in KANNAPOLIS, NC 28081 is $329,900 as of January 2026, a 4.8% decrease from $346,655 the prior year.

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

Homes in KANNAPOLIS, NC 28081 spend an average of 80 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 68 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in KANNAPOLIS, NC 28081?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, KANNAPOLIS, NC 28081 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 80 days on market compared to 68 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in KANNAPOLIS, NC 28081 save an estimated $6,598 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $329,900. 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.