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CHARLOTTE, NC 28273

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
103
⇧ 19.8% vs 86 last year
Pending
33
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$359,000
⇩ 5.5% vs $380,000 last year
Average Price
$366,373
⇩ 6.2% vs $390,640 last year
Days on Market
71
⇧ 20.3% vs 59 days last year

Market Context

Population: 46,663  ·  Density: 800.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $83,822

Typical home value: $272,923  ·  Homeownership: 54.1%

Market Analysis

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

The CHARLOTTE, NC real estate market (28273) currently shows 103 active listings, with 33 pending sales. Homes are averaging 71 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 59 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 5.5% year-over-year, from $380,000 to $359,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 103 this year vs 86 last year
  • Days on market: 71 now vs 59 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $359,000 (-5.5% YoY)
  • Average: $366,373 (-6.2% 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 11.7 miles — 1,730 listings ($1,089,531,060 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28273Charlotte, NC 282730.0 mi103$37,736,419$359,000$366,373
28217Charlotte, NC 282173.8 mi104$46,507,552$442,158$447,188
28210Charlotte, NC 282105.1 mi125$77,403,875$457,500$619,231
28209Charlotte, NC 282096.3 mi104$117,391,768$607,450$1,128,767
28226Charlotte, NC 282267.3 mi127$113,876,709$495,000$896,667
28208Charlotte, NC 282087.6 mi262$105,933,674$349,000$404,327
29715Fort Mill, SC 297158.1 mi186$106,691,460$499,500$573,610
28211Charlotte, NC 282118.9 mi119$192,456,320$1,361,175$1,617,280
28202Charlotte, NC 282029.0 mi117$63,376,092$380,000$541,676
28214Charlotte, NC 2821410.1 mi196$79,820,608$379,945$407,248
28032Cramerton, NC 2803210.6 mi29$9,711,665$278,525$334,885
29707Fort Mill, SC 2970711.2 mi254$136,925,050$499,000$539,075
28101McAdenville, NC 2810111.7 mi4$1,699,868$300,000$424,967

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CHARLOTTE, NC 28273?

As of January 2026, there are 103 active listings in CHARLOTTE, NC (zip code 28273), compared to 86 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CHARLOTTE, NC 28273?

The median listing price in CHARLOTTE, NC 28273 is $359,000 as of January 2026, a 5.5% decrease from $380,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CHARLOTTE, NC 28273 spend an average of 71 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 59 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CHARLOTTE, NC 28273?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, CHARLOTTE, NC 28273 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 17 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 71 days on market compared to 59 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 28273 save an estimated $7,180 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $359,000. 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.