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CANTON, NC 28716

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

Market Analysis

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

The CANTON, NC real estate market (28716) currently shows 94 active listings, with 26 pending sales. Homes are averaging 93 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 36 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 93 days on market compared to 44 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 5.6% year-over-year, from $402,000 to $424,475.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 17,007  ·  Density: 41.4/mi²  ·  Median household income: $55,261

Typical home value: $199,352  ·  Homeownership: 73.6%

Market Overview

Active Listings
94
⇧ 62.1% vs 58 last year
Pending
26
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$424,475
⇧ 5.6% vs $402,000 last year
Average Price
$551,441
⇩ 8.5% vs $602,968 last year
Days on Market
93
⇧ 111.4% vs 44 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$255
⇩ 6.6% vs $273/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,775 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 94 this year vs 58 last year
  • Days on market: 93 now vs 44 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $424,475 (+5.6% YoY)
  • Average: $551,441 (-8.5% 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
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 20.6 miles — 1,162 listings ($906,419,012 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28716Canton, NC 287160.0 mi93$50,328,252$417,000$541,164
28745Lake Junaluska, NC 287458.8 mi10$5,566,730$475,975$556,673
28708Balsam Grove, NC 2870811.4 mi4$1,665,000$412,750$416,250
28768Pisgah Forest, NC 2876812.5 mi37$34,206,389$586,000$924,497
28751Maggie Valley, NC 2875115.3 mi103$53,512,105$419,500$519,535
28759Mills River, NC 2875916.0 mi46$52,216,164$689,750$1,135,134
28704Arden, NC 2870416.4 mi137$169,297,202$645,125$1,235,746
28806Asheville, NC 2880616.8 mi215$123,097,175$485,000$572,545
28766Penrose, NC 2876618.8 mi5$1,905,940$372,000$381,188
28785Waynesville, NC 2878519.4 mi75$39,384,600$425,000$525,128
28803Asheville, NC 2880320.3 mi220$226,476,580$550,000$1,029,439
28779Sylva, NC 2877920.4 mi109$84,535,059$499,000$775,551
28791Hendersonville, NC 2879120.6 mi108$64,227,816$446,975$594,702

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CANTON, NC 28716?

As of March 2026, there are 94 active listings in CANTON, NC (zip code 28716), compared to 58 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CANTON, NC 28716?

The median listing price in CANTON, NC 28716 is $424,475 as of March 2026, a 5.6% increase from $402,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in CANTON, NC 28716 spend an average of 93 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 44 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CANTON, NC 28716?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, CANTON, NC 28716 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 36 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 93 days on market compared to 44 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CANTON, NC 28716 save an estimated $8,490 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $424,475. 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.