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CHARLOTTE, NC 28216

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
230
⇧ 23% vs 187 last year
Pending
83
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$349,065
⇩ 0.2% vs $349,923 last year
Average Price
$421,523
⇧ 0.9% vs $417,885 last year
Days on Market
75
⇧ 13.6% vs 66 days last year

Market Context

Population: 53,422  ·  Density: 687.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $58,579

Typical home value: $216,743  ·  Homeownership: 50.1%

Market Analysis

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

The CHARLOTTE, NC real estate market (28216) currently shows 230 active listings, with 83 pending sales. Homes are averaging 75 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 43 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 75 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 0.2% year-over-year, from $349,923 to $349,065.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 230 this year vs 187 last year
  • Days on market: 75 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $349,065 (-0.2% YoY)
  • Average: $421,523 (+0.9% 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 12.0 miles — 1,941 listings ($1,006,487,426 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28216Charlotte, NC 282160.0 mi230$96,950,290$349,065$421,523
28214Charlotte, NC 282145.3 mi196$79,820,608$379,945$407,248
28208Charlotte, NC 282085.5 mi262$105,933,674$349,000$404,327
28078Huntersville, NC 280786.7 mi349$246,405,866$585,000$706,034
28204Charlotte, NC 282047.5 mi36$27,386,892$738,950$760,747
28120Mount Holly, NC 281208.0 mi94$39,042,806$388,000$415,349
28205Charlotte, NC 282058.4 mi232$163,013,872$524,500$702,646
28213Charlotte, NC 282138.9 mi126$44,353,260$346,000$352,010
28217Charlotte, NC 282179.7 mi104$46,507,552$442,158$447,188
28012Belmont, NC 2801211.0 mi179$112,427,573$525,000$628,087
28101McAdenville, NC 2810111.2 mi4$1,699,868$300,000$424,967
28212Charlotte, NC 2821211.6 mi100$33,233,500$299,000$332,335
28032Cramerton, NC 2803212.0 mi29$9,711,665$278,525$334,885

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHARLOTTE, NC 28216?

As of January 2026, there are 230 active listings in CHARLOTTE, NC (zip code 28216), compared to 187 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHARLOTTE, NC 28216?

The median listing price in CHARLOTTE, NC 28216 is $349,065 as of January 2026, a 0.2% decrease from $349,923 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHARLOTTE, NC 28216 spend an average of 75 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 66 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHARLOTTE, NC 28216?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHARLOTTE, NC 28216 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 43 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 75 days on market compared to 66 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 28216 save an estimated $6,981 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $349,065. 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.