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CHARLOTTE, NC 28262

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Mecklenburg County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
106
⇩ 30.3% vs 152 last year
Pending
32
30% pending ratio
Median Price
$349,900
⇩ 4.4% vs $366,066 last year
Average Price
$389,393
⇩ 2.5% vs $399,530 last year
Days on Market
65
⇧ 12.1% vs 58 days last year

Market Context

Population: 45,186  ·  Density: 830.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $63,631

Typical home value: $269,562  ·  Homeownership: 31.6%

Market Analysis

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

The CHARLOTTE, NC real estate market (28262) currently shows 106 active listings, with 32 pending sales. Homes are averaging 65 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 46 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 58 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.4% year-over-year, from $366,066 to $349,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 106 this year vs 152 last year
  • Days on market: 65 now vs 58 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $349,900 (-4.4% YoY)
  • Average: $389,393 (-2.5% 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 13.4 miles — 1,826 listings ($1,206,086,808 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28262Charlotte, NC 282620.0 mi106$41,275,658$349,900$389,393
28269Charlotte, NC 282693.5 mi343$147,155,232$399,000$429,024
28075Harrisburg, NC 280756.0 mi115$63,522,320$554,900$552,368
28027Concord, NC 280276.9 mi248$121,432,952$450,000$489,649
28216Charlotte, NC 282168.3 mi230$96,950,290$349,065$421,523
28202Charlotte, NC 282028.9 mi117$63,376,092$380,000$541,676
28212Charlotte, NC 282129.4 mi100$33,233,500$299,000$332,335
28203Charlotte, NC 2820310.4 mi52$40,038,752$642,000$769,976
28234Charlotte, NC 2823410.9 mi4$1,259,800$319,950$314,950
28211Charlotte, NC 2821111.3 mi119$192,456,320$1,361,175$1,617,280
28209Charlotte, NC 2820912.0 mi104$117,391,768$607,450$1,128,767
28081Kannapolis, NC 2808112.8 mi133$50,161,349$329,900$377,153
28031Cornelius, NC 2803113.4 mi155$237,832,775$685,000$1,534,405

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHARLOTTE, NC 28262?

As of January 2026, there are 106 active listings in CHARLOTTE, NC (zip code 28262), compared to 152 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHARLOTTE, NC 28262?

The median listing price in CHARLOTTE, NC 28262 is $349,900 as of January 2026, a 4.4% decrease from $366,066 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHARLOTTE, NC 28262 spend an average of 65 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 58 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHARLOTTE, NC 28262?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHARLOTTE, NC 28262 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 46 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 65 days on market compared to 58 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 28262 save an estimated $6,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $349,900. 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.