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CATAWBA, NC 28609

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Catawba County
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The CATAWBA, NC real estate market (28609) currently shows 42 active listings, with 18 pending sales. Homes are averaging 78 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 12.9% year-over-year, from $344,612 to $389,100.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 5,504  ·  Density: 46.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $73,359

Typical home value: $203,946  ·  Homeownership: 85.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
42
⇩ 2.3% vs 43 last year
Pending
18
43% pending ratio
Median Price
$389,100
⇧ 12.9% vs $344,612 last year
Average Price
$682,930
⇧ 13.5% vs $601,644 last year
Days on Market
78
⇧ 56% vs 50 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$168
⇩ 15.2% vs $198/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,205 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 42 this year vs 43 last year
  • Days on market: 78 now vs 50 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $389,100 (+12.9% YoY)
  • Average: $682,930 (+13.5% 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 19.9 miles — 1,390 listings ($1,139,385,492 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28609Catawba, NC 286090.0 mi44$28,398,832$395,000$645,428
28610Claremont, NC 286106.1 mi30$10,667,670$350,000$355,589
28677Statesville, NC 286778.5 mi220$89,876,380$330,000$408,529
28613Conover, NC 286139.8 mi85$49,341,735$362,450$580,491
28658Newton, NC 2865811.0 mi107$40,388,862$329,030$377,466
28117Mooresville, NC 2811711.3 mi282$314,019,408$639,900$1,113,544
28080Iron Station, NC 2808015.8 mi43$31,566,128$499,000$734,096
28031Cornelius, NC 2803116.5 mi155$237,832,775$685,000$1,534,405
28115Mooresville, NC 2811517.0 mi251$132,077,957$470,000$526,207
28636Hiddenite, NC 2863618.4 mi8$2,314,200$259,450$289,275
28006Alexis, NC 2800618.8 mi3$1,087,500$362,500$362,500
28036Davidson, NC 2803619.6 mi139$187,090,664$812,000$1,345,976
28125Mount Ulla, NC 2812519.9 mi23$14,723,381$558,900$640,147

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in CATAWBA, NC 28609?

As of February 2026, there are 42 active listings in CATAWBA, NC (zip code 28609), compared to 43 the prior year.

What is the median home price in CATAWBA, NC 28609?

The median listing price in CATAWBA, NC 28609 is $389,100 as of February 2026, a 12.9% increase from $344,612 the prior year.

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

Homes in CATAWBA, NC 28609 spend an average of 78 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 50 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in CATAWBA, NC 28609?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, CATAWBA, NC 28609 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 1 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 78 days on market compared to 50 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in CATAWBA, NC 28609 save an estimated $7,782 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $389,100. 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.