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IRON STATION, NC 28080

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lincoln County
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The IRON STATION, NC real estate market (28080) currently shows 46 active listings, with 12 pending sales. Homes are averaging 98 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 98 days on market compared to 80 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 12.7% year-over-year, from $489,000 to $551,175.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 7,830  ·  Density: 75.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $76,801

Typical home value: $193,210  ·  Homeownership: 87.4%

Market Overview

Active Listings
46
⇧ 53.3% vs 30 last year
Pending
12
26% pending ratio
Median Price
$551,175
⇧ 12.7% vs $489,000 last year
Average Price
$774,837
⇧ 34.1% vs $577,847 last year
Days on Market
98
⇧ 22.5% vs 80 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$240
⇧ 3% vs $233/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,328 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 46 this year vs 30 last year
  • Days on market: 98 now vs 80 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $551,175 (+12.7% YoY)
  • Average: $774,837 (+34.1% 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
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 16.3 miles — 1,613 listings ($1,037,516,792 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28080Iron Station, NC 280800.0 mi43$31,566,128$499,000$734,096
28164Stanley, NC 281645.9 mi97$43,099,622$370,000$444,326
28037Denver, NC 280376.4 mi197$198,125,264$625,000$1,005,712
28092Lincolnton, NC 280928.4 mi167$69,765,252$351,760$417,756
28120Mount Holly, NC 281209.5 mi94$39,042,806$388,000$415,349
28033Crouse, NC 2803312.3 mi10$4,002,710$390,000$400,271
28673Sherrills Ford, NC 2867312.4 mi93$81,041,967$589,000$871,419
28054Gastonia, NC 2805413.4 mi147$44,063,250$294,000$299,750
28016Bessemer City, NC 2801613.7 mi58$25,897,290$272,500$446,505
28117Mooresville, NC 2811714.6 mi282$314,019,408$639,900$1,113,544
28214Charlotte, NC 2821414.8 mi196$79,820,608$379,945$407,248
28609Catawba, NC 2860915.8 mi44$28,398,832$395,000$645,428
28056Gastonia, NC 2805616.3 mi185$78,673,655$386,880$425,263

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in IRON STATION, NC 28080?

As of February 2026, there are 46 active listings in IRON STATION, NC (zip code 28080), compared to 30 the prior year.

What is the median home price in IRON STATION, NC 28080?

The median listing price in IRON STATION, NC 28080 is $551,175 as of February 2026, a 12.7% increase from $489,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in IRON STATION, NC 28080 spend an average of 98 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 80 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in IRON STATION, NC 28080?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, IRON STATION, NC 28080 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 98 days on market compared to 80 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in IRON STATION, NC 28080 save an estimated $11,024 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $551,175. 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.