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COLUMBUS, NC 28722

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Polk County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
42
⇧ 20% vs 35 last year
Pending
9
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$537,000
⇩ 14.4% vs $627,000 last year
Average Price
$1,086,171
⇧ 8.1% vs $1,004,663 last year
Days on Market
115
⇧ 57.5% vs 73 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,239  ·  Density: 54.9/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,173

Typical home value: $255,097  ·  Homeownership: 68.2%

Market Analysis

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

The COLUMBUS, NC real estate market (28722) currently shows 42 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 115 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 115 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 14.4% year-over-year, from $627,000 to $537,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 42 this year vs 35 last year
  • Days on market: 115 now vs 73 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $537,000 (-14.4% YoY)
  • Average: $1,086,171 (+8.1% 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 20.6 miles — 933 listings ($590,573,820 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28722Columbus, NC 287220.0 mi42$45,619,182$537,000$1,086,171
29322Campobello, SC 293227.7 mi52$43,500,184$449,900$836,542
29356Landrum, SC 293569.8 mi96$89,138,976$654,900$928,531
28139Rutherfordton, NC 2813910.8 mi105$53,697,210$399,000$511,402
29323Chesnee, SC 2932314.3 mi146$58,003,464$340,500$397,284
28731Flat Rock, NC 2873114.6 mi77$57,640,198$587,450$748,574
28043Forest City, NC 2804315.5 mi71$21,078,196$222,000$296,876
28746Lake Lure, NC 2874615.8 mi94$68,458,508$599,999$728,282
29688Tigerville, SC 2968817.4 mi1$1,000,000$1,000,000$1,000,000
28710Bat Cave, NC 2871017.6 mi1$855,000$855,000$855,000
29385Wellford, SC 2938517.9 mi83$31,551,786$339,900$380,142
29690Travelers Rest, SC 2969020.5 mi164$119,846,116$572,450$730,769
29378Una, SC 2937820.6 mi1$185,000$185,000$185,000

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in COLUMBUS, NC 28722?

As of January 2026, there are 42 active listings in COLUMBUS, NC (zip code 28722), compared to 35 the prior year.

What is the median home price in COLUMBUS, NC 28722?

The median listing price in COLUMBUS, NC 28722 is $537,000 as of January 2026, a 14.4% decrease from $627,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in COLUMBUS, NC 28722 spend an average of 115 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 73 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in COLUMBUS, NC 28722?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, COLUMBUS, NC 28722 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 115 days on market compared to 73 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in COLUMBUS, NC 28722 save an estimated $10,740 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $537,000. 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.