Active Listings
117
⇧ 27.2% vs 92 last year
Fernwood · Forest Hills
Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The RUTHERFORDTON, NC real estate market (28139) currently shows 117 active listings, with 23 pending sales. Homes are averaging 83 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are selling faster, averaging 83 days on market compared to 103 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 5.7% year-over-year, from $411,495 to $387,875.
Whether you are buying or selling in RUTHERFORDTON, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
Population: 18,624 · Density: 39.5/mi² · Median household income: $55,371
Typical home value: $179,918 · Homeownership: 80.3%
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28139 | Rutherfordton, NC 28139 | 0.0 mi | 101 | $52,442,432 | $394,875 | $519,232 |
| 28043 | Forest City, NC 28043 | 7.6 mi | 66 | $20,280,150 | $224,625 | $307,275 |
| 28722 | Columbus, NC 28722 | 10.8 mi | 42 | $43,628,004 | $556,000 | $1,038,762 |
| 28782 | Tryon, NC 28782 | 11.7 mi | 58 | $35,047,254 | $448,000 | $604,263 |
| 28040 | Ellenboro, NC 28040 | 14.3 mi | 23 | $6,584,072 | $215,000 | $286,264 |
| 28720 | Chimney Rock, NC 28720 | 15.4 mi | 5 | $2,491,800 | $434,000 | $498,360 |
| 28114 | Mooresboro, NC 28114 | 16.2 mi | 22 | $6,471,784 | $235,500 | $294,172 |
| 28710 | Bat Cave, NC 28710 | 17.6 mi | 1 | $855,000 | $855,000 | $855,000 |
| 28089 | Lattimore, NC 28089 | 19.1 mi | 1 | $349,995 | $349,995 | $349,995 |
| 29356 | Landrum, SC 29356 | 20.5 mi | 99 | $92,825,568 | $662,450 | $937,632 |
| 29316 | Boiling Springs, SC 29316 | 21.1 mi | 236 | $84,135,888 | $315,000 | $356,508 |
| 28731 | Flat Rock, NC 28731 | 21.9 mi | 71 | $52,340,348 | $588,675 | $737,188 |
| 28762 | Old Fort, NC 28762 | 22.6 mi | 28 | $19,835,648 | $465,475 | $708,416 |
As of March 2026, there are 117 active listings in RUTHERFORDTON, NC (zip code 28139), compared to 92 the prior year.
The median listing price in RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139 is $387,875 as of March 2026, a 5.7% decrease from $411,495 the prior year.
Homes in RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139 spend an average of 83 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 103 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 83 days on market compared to 103 days last year.
With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139 save an estimated $7,758 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $387,875. 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.