Market Report — Q1 2026

Matthews NC
Real Estate Market Report

Data: NC REALTORS, Canopy MLS, CRBA Economic Dashboard. Updated Q1 2026.

Median Price

$430,000

YOY Change

+2.9%

Days on Market

30

Inventory

2.3 months

List/Sale

97.9%

Market Conditions

Warm

Steady demand from families seeking southeast Charlotte schools. Mature trees and established neighborhoods maintain premium vs newer construction.

Market Snapshot

Market TypeEstablished Suburb
Price Range$280K-$750K
CountyMecklenburg County
Top ZIP Codes28104, 28105
Job GrowthStable - southeast corridor

Regional Context — NC REALTORS Q1 2026

NC statewide: 59,836 active listings (+11% YOY), median price $360,000 (+1.6%), 5.02 months statewide inventory. Matthews at 2.3 months inventory is well below the statewide average, reflecting stronger than average local demand. Data courtesy of NC REALTORS as distributed by Canopy MLS as of Q1 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Matthews NC in 2026?

The median home price in Matthews is approximately $430,000 as of early 2026, representing a +2.9% change year over year. Homes are selling at 97.9% of list price on average with 30 days on market. Current inventory is 2.3 months. Steady demand from families seeking southeast Charlotte schools. Mature trees and established neighborhoods maintain premium vs newer construction.

Is Matthews a buyers or sellers market in 2026?

With 2.3 months of inventory and homes selling at 97.9% of list price in an average of 30 days, Matthews is currently a balanced to slight sellers market. Steady demand from families seeking southeast Charlotte schools. Mature trees and established neighborhoods maintain premium vs newer construction.

What types of homes are available in Matthews?

Matthews offers Established Suburb housing with a price range of $280K-$750K. The market includes steady demand from families seeking southeast charlotte schools. mature trees and established neighb. Nick and Craig provide current inventory analysis and off-market opportunities for serious buyers.

Is Matthews NC a good place to invest in real estate?

Matthews shows +2.9% year-over-year appreciation with 2.3 months inventory indicating solid demand fundamentals. Job growth context: Stable - southeast corridor. As always, investment suitability depends on your specific goals, timeline, and price point - contact Nick and Craig for a data-driven investment analysis.

Buying or Selling in Matthews?

Nick and Craig provide current, data-driven market analysis for Matthews buyers and sellers. No guesswork — just the real numbers and what they mean for your transaction.