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MARION, NC 28752

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

Market Analysis

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

The MARION, NC real estate market (28752) currently shows 125 active listings, with 29 pending sales. Homes are averaging 93 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 93 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.6% year-over-year, from $351,720 to $381,950.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 30,472  ·  Density: 47.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $53,910

Typical home value: $146,953  ·  Homeownership: 71.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
125
⇧ 26.3% vs 99 last year
Pending
29
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$381,950
⇧ 8.6% vs $351,720 last year
Average Price
$496,402
⇧ 5.7% vs $469,808 last year
Days on Market
93
⇧ 97.9% vs 47 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$226
⇧ 7.1% vs $211/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,607 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 125 this year vs 99 last year
  • Days on market: 93 now vs 47 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $381,950 (+8.6% YoY)
  • Average: $496,402 (+5.7% 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 25.6 miles — 639 listings ($334,205,091 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28752Marion, NC 287520.0 mi112$54,378,016$382,500$485,518
28749Little Switzerland, NC 287499.6 mi4$1,795,900$443,000$448,975
28777Spruce Pine, NC 2877713.7 mi51$19,141,269$340,000$375,319
28757Montreat, NC 2875715.4 mi3$2,792,451$849,000$930,817
28655Morganton, NC 2865516.8 mi176$80,067,328$320,200$454,928
28746Lake Lure, NC 2874618.8 mi94$60,586,196$615,000$644,534
28018Bostic, NC 2801820.8 mi30$17,115,330$449,725$570,511
28778Swannanoa, NC 2877821.9 mi34$18,026,460$493,000$530,190
28710Bat Cave, NC 2871022.3 mi1$855,000$855,000$855,000
28730Fairview, NC 2873022.9 mi68$52,463,904$637,500$771,528
28705Bakersville, NC 2870523.9 mi41$20,475,769$318,250$499,409
28160Spindale, NC 2816025.1 mi17$4,498,132$268,450$264,596
28020Casar, NC 2802025.6 mi8$2,009,336$260,000$251,167

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MARION, NC 28752?

As of March 2026, there are 125 active listings in MARION, NC (zip code 28752), compared to 99 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MARION, NC 28752?

The median listing price in MARION, NC 28752 is $381,950 as of March 2026, a 8.6% increase from $351,720 the prior year.

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

Homes in MARION, NC 28752 spend an average of 93 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 47 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MARION, NC 28752?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, MARION, NC 28752 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 93 days on market compared to 47 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in MARION, NC 28752 save an estimated $7,639 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $381,950. 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.