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WAXHAW, NC 28173

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

Market Analysis

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

The WAXHAW, NC real estate market (28173) currently shows 282 active listings, with 112 pending sales. Homes are averaging 72 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 73 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 2.3% year-over-year, from $767,375 to $750,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 62,501  ·  Density: 227.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $144,544

Typical home value: $501,061  ·  Homeownership: 89.0%

Market Overview

Active Listings
282
⇧ 34.9% vs 209 last year
Pending
112
40% pending ratio
Median Price
$750,000
⇩ 2.3% vs $767,375 last year
Average Price
$1,121,984
⇧ 6.5% vs $1,053,427 last year
Days on Market
72
⇧ 12.5% vs 64 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$250
⇧ 2% vs $245/sqft last year
Median Home Size
3,244 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 282 this year vs 209 last year
  • Days on market: 72 now vs 64 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $750,000 (-2.3% YoY)
  • Average: $1,121,984 (+6.5% 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 19.5 miles — 1,673 listings ($1,387,803,452 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28173Waxhaw, NC 281730.0 mi235$253,068,210$727,500$1,076,886
28104Matthews, NC 2810410.2 mi157$159,113,063$704,248$1,013,459
28112Monroe, NC 2811210.8 mi131$78,469,786$449,000$599,006
29704Catawba, SC 2970412.3 mi8$3,576,912$400,000$447,114
28270Charlotte, NC 2827013.5 mi111$119,502,933$750,000$1,076,603
28226Charlotte, NC 2822614.2 mi127$113,876,709$495,000$896,667
28110Monroe, NC 2811015.5 mi252$123,207,336$432,288$488,918
28210Charlotte, NC 2821016.4 mi125$77,403,875$457,500$619,231
29712Edgemoor, SC 2971216.6 mi17$9,931,179$387,000$584,187
29708Fort Mill, SC 2970817.1 mi187$106,571,861$475,000$569,903
28211Charlotte, NC 2821117.9 mi119$192,456,320$1,361,175$1,617,280
28212Charlotte, NC 2821219.0 mi100$33,233,500$299,000$332,335
28209Charlotte, NC 2820919.5 mi104$117,391,768$607,450$1,128,767

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WAXHAW, NC 28173?

As of February 2026, there are 282 active listings in WAXHAW, NC (zip code 28173), compared to 209 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WAXHAW, NC 28173?

The median listing price in WAXHAW, NC 28173 is $750,000 as of February 2026, a 2.3% decrease from $767,375 the prior year.

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

Homes in WAXHAW, NC 28173 spend an average of 72 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 64 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WAXHAW, NC 28173?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, WAXHAW, NC 28173 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 73 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 72 days on market compared to 64 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WAXHAW, NC 28173 save an estimated $15,000 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $750,000. 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.