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ROCKWELL, NC 28138

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
25
⇧ 25% vs 20 last year
Pending
10
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$365,000
⇧ 5.8% vs $345,000 last year
Average Price
$446,485
⇧ 0.8% vs $442,807 last year
Days on Market
86
⇩ 2.3% vs 88 days last year

Market Context

Population: 10,013  ·  Density: 86.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,807

Typical home value: $178,085  ·  Homeownership: 69.9%

Market Analysis

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

The ROCKWELL, NC real estate market (28138) currently shows 25 active listings, with 10 pending sales. Homes are averaging 86 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 86 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.8% year-over-year, from $345,000 to $365,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 25 this year vs 20 last year
  • Days on market: 86 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $365,000 (+5.8% YoY)
  • Average: $446,485 (+0.8% 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 19.7 miles — 1,228 listings ($492,810,894 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28138Rockwell, NC 281380.0 mi25$11,162,125$365,000$446,485
28071Gold Hill, NC 280716.8 mi9$4,560,840$529,900$506,760
28083Kannapolis, NC 280838.1 mi111$35,219,301$305,000$317,291
28023China Grove, NC 280239.7 mi71$26,817,197$346,990$377,707
28137Richfield, NC 2813710.5 mi9$4,049,739$514,900$449,971
28039East Spencer, NC 2803911.0 mi5$1,205,000$235,000$241,000
28144Salisbury, NC 2814412.9 mi167$49,852,673$274,950$298,519
28081Kannapolis, NC 2808112.9 mi133$50,161,349$329,900$377,153
28097Locust, NC 2809715.8 mi46$19,805,668$399,500$430,558
28127New London, NC 2812716.3 mi77$40,526,178$245,000$526,314
28001Albemarle, NC 2800118.5 mi165$54,591,240$295,000$330,856
28115Mooresville, NC 2811519.1 mi251$132,077,957$470,000$526,207
27292Lexington, NC 2729219.7 mi159$62,781,627$295,000$394,853

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ROCKWELL, NC 28138?

As of January 2026, there are 25 active listings in ROCKWELL, NC (zip code 28138), compared to 20 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ROCKWELL, NC 28138?

The median listing price in ROCKWELL, NC 28138 is $365,000 as of January 2026, a 5.8% increase from $345,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ROCKWELL, NC 28138 spend an average of 86 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ROCKWELL, NC 28138?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ROCKWELL, NC 28138 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 5 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 86 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ROCKWELL, NC 28138 save an estimated $7,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $365,000. 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.