The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 28273 sells for about $397,500, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.5% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,850 a month.
ZIP 28273 — Charlotte
The 28273 housing market shows steady demand with a median listing price of $397,500 and a moderate inventory of 150 active listings. Market conditions are supported by consistent regional growth and proximity to major employment hubs, though rising interest rates have tempered the pace of sales compared to previous years.
This ZIP is ideal for families and commuters seeking a balance between suburban living and accessibility to Charlotte's major employment centers, offering a variety of housing price points.
Median prices moved up 2.5% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 7.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 28273, Mecklenburg County, NC
Crime rates in the 28273 area are generally consistent with suburban Charlotte trends, with property crime being the primary concern; residents are encouraged to utilize local police department crime mapping for specific neighborhood updates.
Schools serving the area are part of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools system, which maintains a diverse range of performance ratings across its elementary, middle, and high school campuses.
The area is primarily at low risk for major natural disasters, though standard flood insurance is recommended for properties near local creek basins; wildfire risk is minimal.
The area benefits from proximity to the Charlotte Douglas International Airport and major logistics hubs, driving consistent demand for residential housing and supporting infrastructure improvements.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (North Carolina) — Tax Lien Attachment: A tax lien attaches to all real property, taking priority over all other liens and encumbrances regardless of when they were created. State (North Carolina) — Ad Valorem Property Tax: Tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value of the property by the combined state and local tax rate. The formula is: Tax = (Assessed Value / 100) * Tax Rate.
Residents typically commute via I-485 and I-77, providing direct access to the Charlotte central business district; average commute times are approximately 25-30 minutes.
The area features access to local greenways and community parks, with proximity to McDowell Nature Preserve and Lake Wylie offering extensive outdoor recreation opportunities.
The rental market is characterized by moderate vacancy pressure and steady demand, with a mix of single-family rentals and apartment communities catering to a transient workforce.
The local economy is heavily influenced by the proximity to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, with significant employment in logistics, transportation, and manufacturing.
The area is served by major highway corridors including I-485 and I-77, facilitating regional connectivity; public transit options are limited compared to the urban core.
Development is focused on mixed-use projects and residential subdivisions that leverage the area's proximity to major transportation arteries.
Mecklenburg County conducts periodic property revaluations to ensure assessments reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to standard county and city tax levies; no unique special utility or hospital districts are currently impacting property tax structures.
Property insurance premiums are stable, though homeowners in specific flood-prone zones near water bodies may face higher rates.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
- Carowinds4.42 mi
- Frankie's of Charlotte4.518.4 mi
- Activate Games4.912.4 mi
- Ray’s Splash Planet4.49.5 mi
- Victory Lane Indoor Karting4.511.6 mi
- Bank of America Stadium4.68.8 mi
- Spectrum Center4.59.3 mi
- Truliant Amphitheater4.419.4 mi
- U.S. National Whitewater Center4.710.2 mi
- NASCAR Hall of Fame4.78.9 mi
- U.S. National Whitewater Center4.710.2 mi
- NASCAR Hall of Fame4.78.9 mi
- Regal Stonecrest at Piper Glen4.48.9 mi
- Discovery Place Science4.59.4 mi
- Freedom Park4.87.6 mi
- Optimist Hall4.710.2 mi
- NASCAR Hall of Fame4.78.9 mi
- Discovery Place Science4.59.4 mi
- Museum of Illusions Charlotte4.58.8 mi
- Billy Graham Library4.94.9 mi
- U.S. National Whitewater Center4.710.2 mi
- Freedom Park4.87.6 mi
- CLT Airport overlook4.66.7 mi
- Daniel Stowe Conservancy4.56.5 mi
- Romare Bearden Park4.69 mi
- Freedom Boat Club Lake Wylie4.85.2 mi
- Pier 88 Yacht Club4.66.1 mi
- Topgolf Charlotte - Southwest4.41.8 mi
- Puttery4.47.5 mi
- Tipsy Pickle4.810.7 mi
- Leatherman Golf Learning Center4.63.8 mi
- Sunset Hills Golf Course3.912.9 mi
- SouthPark4.57.1 mi
- Charlotte Premium Outlets4.52.9 mi
- Carolina Place4.45.4 mi
- Camp North End4.610.6 mi
- Publix Super Market at Shops at Southline4.57.4 mi
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport3.96 mi
- Concord-Padgett Regional Airport4.422 mi
- The Club CLT3.36.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large nature preserve offering hiking trails and lake access.
Major regional shopping destination located nearby.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.