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VALDESE, NC 28690

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Burke County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The VALDESE, NC real estate market (28690) currently shows 25 active listings, with 7 pending sales. Homes are averaging 60 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 23 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

The median listing price has fallen 16.5% year-over-year, from $354,950 to $296,400.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 9,212  ·  Density: 165.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,250

Typical home value: $167,959  ·  Homeownership: 79.9%

Market Overview

Active Listings
25
⇩ 47.9% vs 48 last year
Pending
7
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$296,400
⇩ 16.5% vs $354,950 last year
Average Price
$359,458
⇩ 5.2% vs $379,118 last year
Days on Market
60
vs 60 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$169
⇩ 18.8% vs $208/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,628 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 25 this year vs 48 last year
  • Days on market: 60 now vs 60 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $296,400 (-16.5% YoY)
  • Average: $359,458 (-5.2% 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 26.0 miles — 1,002 listings ($462,599,068 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28690Valdese, NC 286900.0 mi26$8,724,898$292,500$335,573
28637Hildebran, NC 286378.7 mi6$1,880,700$304,750$313,450
28655Morganton, NC 286559.6 mi176$80,067,328$320,200$454,928
28602Hickory, NC 2860211.3 mi97$33,339,094$324,993$343,702
28020Casar, NC 2802014.9 mi8$2,009,336$260,000$251,167
28645Lenoir, NC 2864517.0 mi175$78,246,700$302,425$447,124
28761Nebo, NC 2876118.9 mi67$50,370,265$634,250$751,795
28613Conover, NC 2861320.5 mi89$50,214,690$362,450$564,210
28018Bostic, NC 2801821.1 mi30$17,115,330$449,725$570,511
28610Claremont, NC 2861024.4 mi26$9,419,254$354,475$362,279
28092Lincolnton, NC 2809224.9 mi167$70,249,385$371,245$420,655
28040Ellenboro, NC 2804025.8 mi23$6,584,072$215,000$286,264
28752Marion, NC 2875226.0 mi112$54,378,016$382,500$485,518

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in VALDESE, NC 28690?

As of March 2026, there are 25 active listings in VALDESE, NC (zip code 28690), compared to 48 the prior year.

What is the median home price in VALDESE, NC 28690?

The median listing price in VALDESE, NC 28690 is $296,400 as of March 2026, a 16.5% decrease from $354,950 the prior year.

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

Homes in VALDESE, NC 28690 spend an average of 60 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 60 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in VALDESE, NC 28690?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, VALDESE, NC 28690 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 23 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in VALDESE, NC 28690 save an estimated $5,928 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $296,400. 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.