Is Charlotte, NC 28271 a buyer’s or seller’s market?
Charlotte is a buyer’s market. With about 11.7 months of supply, buyers usually have more time and more room to negotiate on price and terms.
The Charlotte housing market right now
In the three months ending August 31, 2026, 33% of homes in Charlotte, NC 28271 sold above their list price, the typical home went under contract in 52 days and there were 11.7 months of supply. More than six months of supply favors buyers, who usually have more time and more room to negotiate. With only 6 sales, these figures can swing a lot from month to month.
Compared with the same period a year earlier, the share selling over asking rose from 17%, homes sold more slowly (44 days then) and the median sale price fell 2% to $573,752. Overall, Charlotte is more competitive than a year ago, so tougher for buyers.
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Questions about Charlotte real estate
Is Charlotte a buyer’s or seller’s market?
A buyer’s market: there were 11.7 months of supply in Charlotte, NC 28271 in the three months ending August 31, 2026. Under four months usually favors sellers, and more than six favors buyers.
How fast do homes sell in Charlotte?
The typical home went under contract in 52 days in the latest three months.
Do homes in Charlotte sell over asking?
33% of homes sold above their original list price, and the typical sale closed at 99.1% of the list price.
What is the median home price in Charlotte?
The median sale price was $573,752 in the three months ending August 31, 2026, about $251 per square foot.
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