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SALUDA, NC 28773

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
42
⇧ 50% vs 28 last year
Pending
9
21% pending ratio
Median Price
$625,000
⇧ 4.2% vs $600,000 last year
Average Price
$618,751
⇩ 10.1% vs $688,521 last year
Days on Market
141
⇧ 7.6% vs 131 days last year

Market Context

Population: 2,949  ·  Density: 23.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $66,298

Typical home value: $267,198  ·  Homeownership: 85.7%

Market Analysis

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

The SALUDA, NC real estate market (28773) currently shows 42 active listings, with 9 pending sales. Homes are averaging 141 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 141 days on market compared to 131 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.2% year-over-year, from $600,000 to $625,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 42 this year vs 28 last year
  • Days on market: 141 now vs 131 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $625,000 (+4.2% YoY)
  • Average: $618,751 (-10.1% 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 18.6 miles — 871 listings ($526,396,040 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28773Saluda, NC 287730.0 mi42$25,987,542$625,000$618,751
28726East Flat Rock, NC 287266.3 mi6$2,170,800$360,000$361,800
28782Tryon, NC 287829.1 mi60$36,436,980$449,000$607,283
28792Hendersonville, NC 2879210.2 mi194$103,683,882$445,000$534,453
28790Zirconia, NC 2879011.0 mi21$20,237,448$857,400$963,688
28739Hendersonville, NC 2873913.1 mi190$136,820,140$559,000$720,106
29688Tigerville, SC 2968813.3 mi1$1,000,000$1,000,000$1,000,000
28710Bat Cave, NC 2871014.2 mi1$855,000$855,000$855,000
28735Gerton, NC 2873515.5 mi2$650,000$325,000$325,000
28746Lake Lure, NC 2874616.5 mi94$68,458,508$599,999$728,282
28766Penrose, NC 2876617.4 mi4$1,574,000$399,000$393,500
29661Marietta, SC 2966118.1 mi18$28,478,916$1,299,000$1,582,162
29349Inman, SC 2934918.6 mi238$100,042,824$335,000$420,348

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in SALUDA, NC 28773?

As of January 2026, there are 42 active listings in SALUDA, NC (zip code 28773), compared to 28 the prior year.

What is the median home price in SALUDA, NC 28773?

The median listing price in SALUDA, NC 28773 is $625,000 as of January 2026, a 4.2% increase from $600,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in SALUDA, NC 28773 spend an average of 141 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 131 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in SALUDA, NC 28773?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, SALUDA, NC 28773 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 14 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 141 days on market compared to 131 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in SALUDA, NC 28773 save an estimated $12,500 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $625,000. 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.