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Morganton, NC 28655
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Housing market overview · Updated monthly ·
$249,000median sale price
The median home sale price in Morganton, NC is $249,000, down 21.1% year-over-year. Homes sell in an average of 62 days with 67 active listings. The market is currently a buyer's market. (Source: Redfin monthly MLS data, as of May 2026 — the most recent Redfin release; Redfin publishes each month's data on a ~6-week lag.)
Morganton, NC is currently a buyer's market, based on 5.2 months of supply and homes selling in about 62 days. How we determine this →
Homes sold
13
Last 12 weeks
Days on market
62
Average pace
Active listings
67
5.2 months supply
Sale-to-list
98.2%
Below asking
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price | $249,000 |
| Median list price | $349,000 |
| Year-over-year price change | -21.1% |
| Average days on market | 62 days |
| Active inventory | 67 listings |
| Months of supply | 5.2 months |
| Sale-to-list price ratio | 98.2% |
| Median price per sq ft | $172/sq ft |
| Homes sold (latest month) | 13 |
| New listings (latest month) | 25 |
| Listings with a price cut | 23.9% |
| Market condition | Buyer's market |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
How the Morganton, NC market breaks down across single-family homes, condos, and townhouses.
| Property type | Median price | Price / sq ft | Homes sold | Days on market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single-family | $260,000 | $174/sq ft | 12 | 61 days |
| Condo / Co-op | $299,900 | $180/sq ft | 2 | 14 days |
| Townhouse | $249,000 | $151/sq ft | 1 | 267 days |
Source: Redfin · Updated monthly
The Morganton housing market is currently classified as a buyer's market with a median sale price of $249,000. Prices have fallen 21.1% compared to last year, with homes spending an average of 62 days on market, indicating 5.2 months of inventory.This inventory level gives buyers significantly more negotiating power, allowing time to inspect properties thoroughly and potentially negotiate better terms.The price-to-income ratio of 5.4x provides context for how home values compare to local earning capacity.
There are currently 67 homes listed for sale in Morganton, North Carolina. The median listing price is $349K. Featured listings range from $130,000 to $1,125,000.

Morganton, NC 28655
Coldwell Banker Newton RE

Morganton, NC 28655
Rebecca Colwell · Century 21 Vanguard

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Migdey Castro · MG Realty & Appraisals, Inc

Morganton, NC 28655
Coldwell Banker Newton RE

Morganton, NC 28655
C Shane Cook & Associates

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N C Land and Lots LLC

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N C Land and Lots LLC

Morganton, NC 28655
Coldwell Banker Newton RE

Morganton, NC 28655
Cannon & Cannon Properties,LLC

Morganton, NC 28655
Coldwell Banker Boyd & Hassell

Morganton, NC 28655
Coldwell Banker Newton RE

Morganton, NC 28655
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Active listings
67
Homes on market
Median list price
$349K
Avg. days on market
62
Days until sale
New this week
25
Newly listed
Population
17,541
Median income
$49,434/yr
Median age
38.5 years
Owner-occupied
51.8%
College grads
23.0%
Avg commute
19.4 min
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS
Zillow home value
$267,774
Zillow rent index
$1,341/mo
Price-to-rent ratio
16.6x
Price-to-income
5.4x
Source: Zillow Research
Morganton is a community of approximately 18K residents with a median age of 38.5 years.The median household income is $49,434, which represents a working-class community with solid middle-income opportunities. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, showing a mixed educational demographic.
Homeownership rates are at 51.8%, showing a blend of owner and renter-occupied properties. The average commute time is 19.4 minutes, which makes this an excellent choice for those seeking short commutes to employment centers.Overall, Morganton offers a balanced lifestyle with accessible home values relative to local income levels.
18 schools tracked · 7,702 students
The largest public schools serving Morganton, NC by enrollment, drawn from the National Center for Education Statistics. School quality is a commonly cited factor in home-buying decisions — these are the campuses families in this area are most likely to encounter.
Freedom High
Grades 9-12 · 1,374 students
Robert L. Patton High School
Grades 9-12 · 753 students
Mountain View Elementary
Grades PK-5 · 730 students
New Dimensions
Grades K-8 · 556 students
Drexel Elementary
Grades PK-5 · 478 students
Liberty Middle
Grades 6-8 · 459 students
Table Rock Middle
Grades 6-8 · 454 students
Walter R Johnson Middle
Grades 6-8 · 439 students
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data directory. Updated annually. Ratings and test scores are not currently displayed.
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For investors evaluating Morganton, the price-to-rent ratio of 16.6x indicates higher purchase prices relative to rental income, typical of appreciation-focused markets. The market has softened 21.1% year-over-year, potentially creating entry opportunities for strategic buyers.Use our rent vs. buy calculator to analyze whether owning or renting makes more financial sense based on Morganton's current market conditions and your specific situation. Estimate your monthly payment with the mortgage calculator using Morganton's median home price.
The median home sale price in Morganton is $249,000, down 21.1% from last year.
Homes typically spend 62 days on market before going under contract.
The median household income is $49,434 per year.
With 5.2 months of supply, Morganton is currently a buyer's market.
There are currently 67 homes listed for sale in Morganton, NC.
The Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) for Morganton is $267,774, representing the typical home value in the area.
The median condo/co-op sale price in Morganton, NC is $299,900, compared to $260,000 for a single-family home, based on the latest Redfin data.
The median single-family home price in Morganton, NC is $260,000 (about $174 per square foot).
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