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OLD FORT, NC 28762

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
32
⇧ 45.5% vs 22 last year
Pending
11
34% pending ratio
Median Price
$409,000
⇩ 4.8% vs $429,450 last year
Average Price
$597,681
⇧ 6.9% vs $559,163 last year
Days on Market
130
⇧ 52.9% vs 85 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,617  ·  Density: 26.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $53,553

Typical home value: $159,714  ·  Homeownership: 70.5%

Market Analysis

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

The OLD FORT, NC real estate market (28762) currently shows 32 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 130 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 130 days on market compared to 85 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 4.8% year-over-year, from $429,450 to $409,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 32 this year vs 22 last year
  • Days on market: 130 now vs 85 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $409,000 (-4.8% YoY)
  • Average: $597,681 (+6.9% 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 20.9 miles — 795 listings ($617,134,163 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28762Old Fort, NC 287620.0 mi32$19,125,792$409,000$597,681
28757Montreat, NC 287576.3 mi3$3,876,000$1,292,000$1,292,000
28746Lake Lure, NC 2874612.1 mi94$68,458,508$599,999$728,282
28730Fairview, NC 2873012.8 mi70$57,275,050$699,900$818,215
28735Gerton, NC 2873514.2 mi2$650,000$325,000$325,000
28709Barnardsville, NC 2870915.0 mi7$3,963,050$632,500$566,150
28167Union Mills, NC 2816715.7 mi16$8,830,928$465,750$551,933
28805Asheville, NC 2880516.3 mi109$69,920,121$529,000$641,469
28755Micaville, NC 2875518.9 mi1$400,000$400,000$400,000
28787Weaverville, NC 2878719.8 mi101$71,249,844$525,000$705,444
28777Spruce Pine, NC 2877720.1 mi54$25,976,484$347,000$481,046
28732Fletcher, NC 2873220.3 mi134$93,746,534$462,500$699,601
28804Asheville, NC 2880420.9 mi172$193,661,852$787,000$1,125,941

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in OLD FORT, NC 28762?

As of January 2026, there are 32 active listings in OLD FORT, NC (zip code 28762), compared to 22 the prior year.

What is the median home price in OLD FORT, NC 28762?

The median listing price in OLD FORT, NC 28762 is $409,000 as of January 2026, a 4.8% decrease from $429,450 the prior year.

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

Homes in OLD FORT, NC 28762 spend an average of 130 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 85 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in OLD FORT, NC 28762?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, OLD FORT, NC 28762 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 130 days on market compared to 85 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in OLD FORT, NC 28762 save an estimated $8,180 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $409,000. 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.