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CATAWBA, NC 28609

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Catawba County
Buyer's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CATAWBA, NC real estate market (28609) currently shows 69 active listings, with 25 pending sales. Homes are averaging 79 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 79 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 32.1% year-over-year, from $368,000 to $486,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 5,504  ·  Density: 46.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $73,359

Typical home value: $203,946  ·  Homeownership: 85.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
69
⇧ 56.8% vs 44 last year
Pending
25
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$486,250
⇧ 32.1% vs $368,000 last year
Average Price
$912,067
⇧ 49.6% vs $609,855 last year
Days on Market
79
⇧ 19.7% vs 66 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$235
⇧ 16.9% vs $201/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,479 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 69 this year vs 44 last year
  • Days on market: 79 now vs 66 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $486,250 (+32.1% YoY)
  • Average: $912,067 (+49.6% 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
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 19.9 miles — 1,424 listings ($1,166,624,899 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28609Catawba, NC 286090.0 mi42$28,683,060$389,100$682,930
28610Claremont, NC 286106.1 mi26$9,419,254$354,475$362,279
28677Statesville, NC 286778.5 mi246$98,241,084$329,175$399,354
28613Conover, NC 286139.8 mi89$50,214,690$362,450$564,210
28658Newton, NC 2865811.0 mi103$36,971,541$302,475$358,947
28117Mooresville, NC 2811711.3 mi278$320,583,206$634,900$1,153,177
28080Iron Station, NC 2808015.8 mi46$35,642,502$551,175$774,837
28031Cornelius, NC 2803116.5 mi165$255,388,320$691,950$1,547,808
28115Mooresville, NC 2811517.0 mi254$127,036,576$462,250$500,144
28636Hiddenite, NC 2863618.4 mi6$1,412,550$232,975$235,425
28006Alexis, NC 2800618.8 mi3$1,087,500$362,500$362,500
28036Davidson, NC 2803619.6 mi141$178,647,141$780,000$1,267,001
28125Mount Ulla, NC 2812519.9 mi25$23,297,475$551,275$931,899

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CATAWBA, NC 28609?

As of September 2026, there are 69 active listings in CATAWBA, NC (zip code 28609), compared to 44 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CATAWBA, NC 28609?

The median listing price in CATAWBA, NC 28609 is $486,250 as of September 2026, a 32.1% increase from $368,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CATAWBA, NC 28609 spend an average of 79 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 CATAWBA, NC 28609?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, CATAWBA, NC 28609 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 25 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 79 days on market compared to 66 days last year.

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

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