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VALE, NC 28168

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
30
⇧ 42.9% vs 21 last year
Pending
13
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$459,000
⇧ 30.2% vs $352,500 last year
Average Price
$437,993
⇧ 15.5% vs $379,153 last year
Days on Market
110
⇧ 41% vs 78 days last year

Market Context

Population: 10,632  ·  Density: 47.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,077

Typical home value: $155,773  ·  Homeownership: 84.2%

Market Analysis

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

The VALE, NC real estate market (28168) currently shows 30 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 110 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 110 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 30.2% year-over-year, from $352,500 to $459,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 30 this year vs 21 last year
  • Days on market: 110 now vs 78 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $459,000 (+30.2% YoY)
  • Average: $437,993 (+15.5% 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 21.5 miles — 958 listings ($419,548,955 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28168Vale, NC 281680.0 mi30$13,139,790$459,000$437,993
28612Connelly Springs, NC 286129.9 mi43$20,694,094$280,000$481,258
28092Lincolnton, NC 2809210.7 mi167$69,765,252$351,760$417,756
28033Crouse, NC 2803310.8 mi10$4,002,710$390,000$400,271
28658Newton, NC 2865811.6 mi107$40,388,862$329,030$377,466
28690Valdese, NC 2869014.9 mi36$11,849,868$304,950$329,163
28601Hickory, NC 2860116.0 mi245$120,251,145$387,500$490,821
28150Shelby, NC 2815016.7 mi158$53,629,308$279,000$339,426
28016Bessemer City, NC 2801618.1 mi58$25,897,290$272,500$446,505
28080Iron Station, NC 2808018.9 mi43$31,566,128$499,000$734,096
28610Claremont, NC 2861020.1 mi30$10,667,670$350,000$355,589
28089Lattimore, NC 2808921.0 mi1$359,748$359,748$359,748
28018Bostic, NC 2801821.5 mi30$17,337,090$475,000$577,903

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in VALE, NC 28168?

As of January 2026, there are 30 active listings in VALE, NC (zip code 28168), compared to 21 the prior year.

What is the median home price in VALE, NC 28168?

The median listing price in VALE, NC 28168 is $459,000 as of January 2026, a 30.2% increase from $352,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in VALE, NC 28168 spend an average of 110 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 78 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in VALE, NC 28168?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, VALE, NC 28168 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 110 days on market compared to 78 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in VALE, NC 28168 save an estimated $9,180 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $459,000. 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.