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CHARLOTTE, NC 28205

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
232
⇧ 22.1% vs 190 last year
Pending
69
30% pending ratio
Median Price
$524,500
⇧ 5.5% vs $497,248 last year
Average Price
$702,646
⇧ 19.1% vs $590,140 last year
Days on Market
76
⇧ 22.6% vs 62 days last year

Market Context

Population: 51,160  ·  Density: 1,670.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $68,418

Typical home value: $377,374  ·  Homeownership: 42.1%

Market Analysis

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

The CHARLOTTE, NC real estate market (28205) currently shows 232 active listings, with 69 pending sales. Homes are averaging 76 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 76 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.5% year-over-year, from $497,248 to $524,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 232 this year vs 190 last year
  • Days on market: 76 now vs 62 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $524,500 (+5.5% YoY)
  • Average: $702,646 (+19.1% 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 11.0 miles — 1,645 listings ($1,062,448,383 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28205Charlotte, NC 282050.0 mi232$163,013,872$524,500$702,646
28207Charlotte, NC 282072.8 mi52$76,691,212$905,500$1,474,831
28212Charlotte, NC 282123.2 mi100$33,233,500$299,000$332,335
28211Charlotte, NC 282113.6 mi119$192,456,320$1,361,175$1,617,280
28234Charlotte, NC 282344.2 mi4$1,259,800$319,950$314,950
28213Charlotte, NC 282135.4 mi126$44,353,260$346,000$352,010
28208Charlotte, NC 282086.7 mi262$105,933,674$349,000$404,327
28217Charlotte, NC 282177.6 mi104$46,507,552$442,158$447,188
28270Charlotte, NC 282707.8 mi111$119,502,933$750,000$1,076,603
28227Charlotte, NC 282278.0 mi204$112,954,596$500,000$553,699
28105Matthews, NC 281058.2 mi113$65,282,925$480,000$577,725
28075Harrisburg, NC 2807510.1 mi115$63,522,320$554,900$552,368
28273Charlotte, NC 2827311.0 mi103$37,736,419$359,000$366,373

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHARLOTTE, NC 28205?

As of January 2026, there are 232 active listings in CHARLOTTE, NC (zip code 28205), compared to 190 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHARLOTTE, NC 28205?

The median listing price in CHARLOTTE, NC 28205 is $524,500 as of January 2026, a 5.5% increase from $497,248 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHARLOTTE, NC 28205 spend an average of 76 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 62 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHARLOTTE, NC 28205?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHARLOTTE, NC 28205 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 76 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CHARLOTTE, NC 28205 save an estimated $10,490 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $524,500. 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.