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SALISBURY, NC 28144

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
167
⇧ 33.6% vs 125 last year
Pending
50
30% pending ratio
Median Price
$274,950
⇧ 6.1% vs $259,250 last year
Average Price
$298,519
⇧ 1.6% vs $293,819 last year
Days on Market
87
⇧ 13% vs 77 days last year

Market Context

Population: 27,049  ·  Density: 347.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $50,938

Typical home value: $191,722  ·  Homeownership: 55.6%

Market Analysis

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

The SALISBURY, NC real estate market (28144) currently shows 167 active listings, with 50 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 42 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 6.1% year-over-year, from $259,250 to $274,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 167 this year vs 125 last year
  • Days on market: 87 now vs 77 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $274,950 (+6.1% YoY)
  • Average: $298,519 (+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 21.3 miles — 907 listings ($386,991,506 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28144Salisbury, NC 281440.0 mi167$49,852,673$274,950$298,519
28039East Spencer, NC 280392.4 mi5$1,205,000$235,000$241,000
28147Salisbury, NC 281475.9 mi130$53,972,880$349,995$415,176
28041Faith, NC 280418.2 mi1$175,000$175,000$175,000
27054Woodleaf, NC 270549.6 mi5$2,341,165$354,900$468,233
28138Rockwell, NC 2813812.9 mi25$11,162,125$365,000$446,485
27013Cleveland, NC 2701313.8 mi22$21,850,950$422,056$993,225
28088Landis, NC 2808814.1 mi18$7,282,206$310,000$404,567
28071Gold Hill, NC 2807115.2 mi9$4,560,840$529,900$506,760
28083Kannapolis, NC 2808316.3 mi111$35,219,301$305,000$317,291
28081Kannapolis, NC 2808118.3 mi133$50,161,349$329,900$377,153
28115Mooresville, NC 2811519.6 mi251$132,077,957$470,000$526,207
28124Mount Pleasant, NC 2812421.3 mi30$17,130,060$490,000$571,002

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SALISBURY, NC 28144?

As of January 2026, there are 167 active listings in SALISBURY, NC (zip code 28144), compared to 125 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SALISBURY, NC 28144?

The median listing price in SALISBURY, NC 28144 is $274,950 as of January 2026, a 6.1% increase from $259,250 the prior year.

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

Homes in SALISBURY, NC 28144 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 77 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SALISBURY, NC 28144?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SALISBURY, NC 28144 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 42 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 77 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SALISBURY, NC 28144 save an estimated $5,499 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $274,950. 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.