Shelby, North Carolina, is a charming city in Cleveland County, about 40 miles west of Charlotte, with a population of approximately 21,000. Known as the "City of Pleasant Living," Shelby blends small-town warmth with a rich cultural and historical heritage. It is famous as the birthplace of several notable figures, including country music legend Earl Scruggs, whose legacy is celebrated at the Earl Scruggs Center. The city’s historic downtown features vibrant festivals, local eateries, and the beautifully restored 1920s Webb Theatre. Shelby also offers outdoor recreation with nearby attractions like the scenic Broad River Greenway, ideal for kayaking and hiking. With its strong sense of community, historic charm, and proximity to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and Charlotte’s urban amenities, Shelby is a welcoming destination for residents and visitors alike.
Shelby currently has 264 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $340,256.62, 2 townhouses for sale with an average list price of $390,700, and 76 lots for sale with an average list price of $208,631.97.
Schools
View schools in Shelby
Using the absorption rate, we can determine how long it's taking for homes to sell and which price points are selling the fastest in Shelby, i.e. what's hot and what's not.
See What's Hot & What's Not in Shelby
Recent Sales
View recent sales in Shelby
Subdivisions
|
Subdivisions |
Median Price |
|
Allen Acres is a single-family home community in Shelby, North Carolina, built between 1973 and 2023. It currently has 1 single family home for sale with a list price of $315,000. The homes range in size from 1,416 ft2 to 2,378 ft2. It is located in Cleveland County.
... Read more
|
Median Price: $352,500 |
|
Allendale Estates is a single-family home community in Shelby, North Carolina, built between 1959 and 2019. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 1,389 ft2 to 2,378 ft2.
... Read more
|
|
|
Apple Hill is a single-family home community in Shelby, North Carolina, built between 1989 and 1992. It currently has 1 single family home for sale with a list price of $279,900. The homes range in size from 1,296 ft2 to 1,805 ft2.
... Read more
|
|
|
Apple Hill Acres is a single-family home community in Shelby, North Carolina, built between 1990 and 1992. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 1,118 ft2 to 1,428 ft2. It is located in Cleveland County.
... Read more
|
|
|
Beaver Dam Estates is a single-family home community in Shelby, North Carolina, built between 1949 and 2005. It currently has 1 single family home for sale with a list price of $299,000. The homes range in size from 1,133 ft2 to 2,018 ft2. It is located in Cleveland County.
... Read more
|
Median Price: $277,500 |
Show all 181 Subdivisions
Subdivisions
View subdivisions in Shelby
Market Trends
Shelby home sales for the month of August decreased in volume by 36.7% when compared to last year, while the median sale price decreased by 0.7% from $269,000 to $267,000. House sales decreased by 34%, while the median sale price decreased by 0.7% from $269,000 to $267,000.
600
|
635
|
643
|
551
|
2021 |
2022 |
2023 |
2024 |
$190,000
|
$225,000
|
$238,198
|
$258,900
|
2021 |
2022 |
2023 |
2024 |
Median Sale Price for Shelby
Number of Sales for Shelby
Market Trends
View market trends in Shelby
Nearby Golf Courses
201 Deerbrook Dr, Shelby, NC 28150
Par 72 • 72 holes • 6950 yards
1108 Costner Rd, Shelby, NC 28150
Par 70 • 70 holes • 6238 yards
3005 Longwood Drive, Shelby, NC 28151
Par 72 • 72 holes • 6555 yards
Nearby Golf Courses
View golf courses near Beaver Dam Estates
Real Estate News
|
Shelby had 8 sales during the week of Tuesday, August 26 to Monday, September 1, including including 7 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $371,400 ...
continue reading
|
|
Shelby had 19 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, August 22 to Thursday, August 28, including including 16 single family homes for sale with an average list ...
continue reading
|
|
Shelby had 10 sales during the week of Tuesday, August 19 to Monday, August 25, including including 8 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $567,341.25, ...
continue reading
|
|
Shelby had 20 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, August 15 to Thursday, August 21, including including 18 single family homes for sale with an average list ...
continue reading
|
|
Shelby had 3 new construction homes during the week of Wednesday, August 13 to Tuesday, August 19, including 3 single family homes for sale with an average list price of ...
continue reading
|
View More Shelby News
Real Estate News
View More Shelby News
We have helped thousands of families buy and sell homes!
HomesByMarco agents are experts in the area. If you're looking to buy or sell a home, give us a call today at 888-326-2726.