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RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
105
⇧ 20.7% vs 87 last year
Pending
22
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$399,000
⇩ 6.4% vs $426,250 last year
Average Price
$511,402
⇩ 16.9% vs $615,395 last year
Days on Market
95
⇧ 2.2% vs 93 days last year

Market Context

Population: 18,624  ·  Density: 39.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $55,371

Typical home value: $179,918  ·  Homeownership: 80.3%

Market Analysis

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

The RUTHERFORDTON, NC real estate market (28139) currently shows 105 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 95 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 95 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 6.4% year-over-year, from $426,250 to $399,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 105 this year vs 87 last year
  • Days on market: 95 now vs 93 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $399,000 (-6.4% YoY)
  • Average: $511,402 (-16.9% 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 22.6 miles — 761 listings ($420,281,399 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28139Rutherfordton, NC 281390.0 mi105$53,697,210$399,000$511,402
28043Forest City, NC 280437.6 mi71$21,078,196$222,000$296,876
28722Columbus, NC 2872210.8 mi42$45,619,182$537,000$1,086,171
28782Tryon, NC 2878211.7 mi60$36,436,980$449,000$607,283
28040Ellenboro, NC 2804014.3 mi21$6,164,928$245,000$293,568
28720Chimney Rock, NC 2872015.4 mi4$1,651,900$396,500$412,975
28114Mooresboro, NC 2811416.2 mi23$6,840,269$263,000$297,403
28710Bat Cave, NC 2871017.6 mi1$855,000$855,000$855,000
28089Lattimore, NC 2808919.1 mi1$359,748$359,748$359,748
29356Landrum, SC 2935620.5 mi96$89,138,976$654,900$928,531
29316Boiling Springs, SC 2931621.1 mi228$81,673,020$315,000$358,215
28731Flat Rock, NC 2873121.9 mi77$57,640,198$587,450$748,574
28762Old Fort, NC 2876222.6 mi32$19,125,792$409,000$597,681

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139?

As of January 2026, there are 105 active listings in RUTHERFORDTON, NC (zip code 28139), compared to 87 the prior year.

What is the median home price in RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139?

The median listing price in RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139 is $399,000 as of January 2026, a 6.4% decrease from $426,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139 spend an average of 95 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 93 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 18 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 95 days on market compared to 93 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in RUTHERFORDTON, NC 28139 save an estimated $7,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $399,000. 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.