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NEWTON, NC 28658

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

Market Analysis

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

The NEWTON, NC real estate market (28658) currently shows 117 active listings, with 37 pending sales. Homes are averaging 66 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 66 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.7% year-over-year, from $303,750 to $318,099.

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Market Context

Market Context

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

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
117
⇧ 27.2% vs 92 last year
Pending
37
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$318,099
⇧ 4.7% vs $303,750 last year
Average Price
$383,118
⇧ 9.8% vs $348,928 last year
Days on Market
66
⇧ 26.9% vs 52 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$182
⇩ 6.2% vs $194/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,756 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 117 this year vs 92 last year
  • Days on market: 66 now vs 52 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $318,099 (+4.7% YoY)
  • Average: $383,118 (+9.8% 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 19.8 miles — 1,069 listings ($647,256,104 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28658Newton, NC 286580.0 mi103$36,971,541$302,475$358,947
28613Conover, NC 286137.4 mi89$50,214,690$362,450$564,210
28610Claremont, NC 286108.8 mi26$9,419,254$354,475$362,279
28601Hickory, NC 2860110.6 mi248$111,115,904$364,475$448,048
28637Hildebran, NC 2863711.4 mi6$1,880,700$304,750$313,450
28673Sherrills Ford, NC 2867313.9 mi105$90,023,115$533,500$857,363
28037Denver, NC 2803715.5 mi218$219,178,072$612,250$1,005,404
28682Terrell, NC 2868216.1 mi21$24,691,842$496,625$1,175,802
28630Granite Falls, NC 2863016.6 mi73$40,059,115$349,900$548,755
28678Stony Point, NC 2867817.1 mi10$3,725,440$329,900$372,544
28021Cherryville, NC 2802118.9 mi69$21,553,599$280,500$312,371
28638Hudson, NC 2863819.5 mi36$12,808,152$299,900$355,782
28681Taylorsville, NC 2868119.8 mi65$25,614,680$316,875$394,072

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of April 2026, there are 117 active listings in NEWTON, NC (zip code 28658), compared to 92 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in NEWTON, NC 28658 is $318,099 as of April 2026, a 4.7% increase from $303,750 the prior year.

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

Homes in NEWTON, NC 28658 spend an average of 66 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 52 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 April 2026, NEWTON, NC 28658 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 66 days on market compared to 52 days last year.

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 $6,362 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $318,099. 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.