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LENOIR, NC 28645

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
184
⇧ 36.3% vs 135 last year
Pending
38
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$329,950
⇧ 8.2% vs $304,950 last year
Average Price
$459,717
⇧ 2.9% vs $446,644 last year
Days on Market
89
⇧ 20.3% vs 74 days last year

Market Context

Population: 46,424  ·  Density: 54.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $49,136

Typical home value: $138,425  ·  Homeownership: 72.9%

Market Analysis

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

The LENOIR, NC real estate market (28645) currently shows 184 active listings, with 38 pending sales. Homes are averaging 89 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 49 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 89 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.2% year-over-year, from $304,950 to $329,950.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 184 this year vs 135 last year
  • Days on market: 89 now vs 74 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $329,950 (+8.2% YoY)
  • Average: $459,717 (+2.9% 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 24.9 miles — 1,056 listings ($696,936,406 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28645Lenoir, NC 286450.0 mi184$84,587,928$329,950$459,717
28611Collettsville, NC 2861111.0 mi4$1,564,000$485,000$391,000
28630Granite Falls, NC 2863012.5 mi79$41,750,552$359,900$528,488
28605Blowing Rock, NC 2860514.0 mi80$93,757,520$789,000$1,171,969
28690Valdese, NC 2869017.0 mi36$11,849,868$304,950$329,163
28646Linville, NC 2864618.0 mi14$23,686,362$974,299$1,691,883
28665Purlear, NC 2866518.6 mi10$9,716,800$464,450$971,680
28655Morganton, NC 2865519.0 mi182$85,273,916$327,900$468,538
28612Connelly Springs, NC 2861221.7 mi43$20,694,094$280,000$481,258
28604Banner Elk, NC 2860421.8 mi314$266,598,246$550,000$849,039
28657Newland, NC 2865722.4 mi77$41,316,660$498,000$536,580
28654Moravian Falls, NC 2865422.8 mi16$8,655,360$534,950$540,960
28651Millers Creek, NC 2865124.9 mi17$7,485,100$395,950$440,300

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in LENOIR, NC 28645?

As of January 2026, there are 184 active listings in LENOIR, NC (zip code 28645), compared to 135 the prior year.

What is the median home price in LENOIR, NC 28645?

The median listing price in LENOIR, NC 28645 is $329,950 as of January 2026, a 8.2% increase from $304,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in LENOIR, NC 28645 spend an average of 89 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 74 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in LENOIR, NC 28645?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, LENOIR, NC 28645 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 49 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 89 days on market compared to 74 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in LENOIR, NC 28645 save an estimated $6,599 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $329,950. 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.