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NEWTON, NC 28658

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
107
⇧ 15.1% vs 93 last year
Pending
39
36% pending ratio
Median Price
$329,030
⇧ 27.2% vs $258,573 last year
Average Price
$377,466
⇧ 22.5% vs $308,068 last year
Days on Market
75
vs 75 days last year

Market Context

Population: 25,561  ·  Density: 138.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $62,265

Typical home value: $167,964  ·  Homeownership: 73.0%

Market Analysis

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

The NEWTON, NC real estate market (28658) currently shows 107 active listings, with 39 pending sales. Homes are averaging 75 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

The median listing price has risen 27.2% year-over-year, from $258,573 to $329,030.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 107 this year vs 93 last year
  • Days on market: 75 now vs 75 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $329,030 (+27.2% YoY)
  • Average: $377,466 (+22.5% 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 19.8 miles — 1,037 listings ($625,373,037 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28658Newton, NC 286580.0 mi107$40,388,862$329,030$377,466
28613Conover, NC 286137.4 mi85$49,341,735$362,450$580,491
28610Claremont, NC 286108.8 mi30$10,667,670$350,000$355,589
28601Hickory, NC 2860110.6 mi245$120,251,145$387,500$490,821
28637Hildebran, NC 2863711.4 mi6$1,827,600$305,000$304,600
28673Sherrills Ford, NC 2867313.9 mi93$81,041,967$589,000$871,419
28037Denver, NC 2803715.5 mi197$198,125,264$625,000$1,005,712
28682Terrell, NC 2868216.1 mi18$19,157,058$625,000$1,064,281
28630Granite Falls, NC 2863016.6 mi79$41,750,552$359,900$528,488
28678Stony Point, NC 2867817.1 mi12$4,585,068$341,500$382,089
28021Cherryville, NC 2802118.9 mi69$21,187,554$279,900$307,066
28638Hudson, NC 2863819.5 mi35$11,533,970$307,400$329,542
28681Taylorsville, NC 2868119.8 mi61$25,514,592$349,950$418,272

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEWTON, NC 28658?

As of January 2026, there are 107 active listings in NEWTON, NC (zip code 28658), compared to 93 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEWTON, NC 28658?

The median listing price in NEWTON, NC 28658 is $329,030 as of January 2026, a 27.2% increase from $258,573 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEWTON, NC 28658 spend an average of 75 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 75 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEWTON, NC 28658?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, NEWTON, NC 28658 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEWTON, NC 28658 save an estimated $6,581 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $329,030. 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.