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LENOIR, NC 28645

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

Market Analysis

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

The LENOIR, NC real estate market (28645) currently shows 192 active listings, with 62 pending sales. Homes are averaging 84 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 38 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.6% year-over-year, from $334,450 to $322,375.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
192
⇧ 24.7% vs 154 last year
Pending
62
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$322,375
⇩ 3.6% vs $334,450 last year
Average Price
$454,337
⇩ 5.8% vs $482,559 last year
Days on Market
84
⇧ 68% vs 50 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$189
⇩ 5.5% vs $200/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,695 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 192 this year vs 154 last year
  • Days on market: 84 now vs 50 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $322,375 (-3.6% YoY)
  • Average: $454,337 (-5.8% 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 24.9 miles — 1,017 listings ($673,631,553 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28645Lenoir, NC 286450.0 mi175$78,246,700$302,425$447,124
28611Collettsville, NC 2861111.0 mi4$1,561,332$485,000$390,333
28630Granite Falls, NC 2863012.5 mi73$40,059,115$349,900$548,755
28605Blowing Rock, NC 2860514.0 mi71$88,415,661$903,500$1,245,291
28690Valdese, NC 2869017.0 mi26$8,724,898$292,500$335,573
28646Linville, NC 2864618.0 mi15$24,060,690$949,597$1,604,046
28665Purlear, NC 2866518.6 mi12$12,588,336$529,000$1,049,028
28655Morganton, NC 2865519.0 mi176$80,067,328$320,200$454,928
28612Connelly Springs, NC 2861221.7 mi50$22,257,900$279,725$445,158
28604Banner Elk, NC 2860421.8 mi312$255,399,456$526,000$818,588
28657Newland, NC 2865722.4 mi71$46,222,846$496,500$651,026
28654Moravian Falls, NC 2865422.8 mi19$9,655,458$511,200$508,182
28651Millers Creek, NC 2865124.9 mi13$6,371,833$407,400$490,141

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of March 2026, there are 192 active listings in LENOIR, NC (zip code 28645), compared to 154 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in LENOIR, NC 28645 is $322,375 as of March 2026, a 3.6% decrease from $334,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in LENOIR, NC 28645 spend an average of 84 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 50 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 March 2026, LENOIR, NC 28645 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 38 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 50 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 $6,448 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $322,375. 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.