Shelby, NC Homes for Sale & Real Estate

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.

Location

County Cleveland County

State North Carolina

Zip Codes 28150 28152

Averages

Taxes –

House $318,660

Townhouse $320,558

Condo $118,000

Homes for Sale

Shelby currently has 319 single family homes for sale, 12 townhouses for sale, 1 condo for sale, and 71 lots for sale. There is 1 foreclosure for sale. For anyone looking for a brand new home, there are 114 new construction homes for sale.

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Homes 319 for sale $32,500–$1,300,000

Condos 1 for sale $118,000

Townhouses 12 for sale $199,000–$399,000

Multi-unit 3 for sale $225,000–$900,000

Lots/Land 71 for sale $10,000–$4,200,000

Manufactured 0 for sale

Short Sales 0 for sale

Foreclosures 1 for sale $204,900

New Construction 114 for sale $199,900–$550,000

Schools

Shelby, NC is served by Cleveland County Schools School District and Cleveland County School District. The area has 8 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, 3 high school schools.

Cleveland County Schools School District Elementary, Middle

Elementary Boiling Springs Elementary Grades PK, KG-5 James Love Elementary Grades PK, KG-4 Jefferson Elementary Grades PK, KG-4 Springmore Elementary Grades PK, KG-5 Township Three Elementary Grades PK, KG-5 Union Elementary Grades PK, KG-5 Washington Elementary Grades PK, KG-5

Middle Burns Middle Grades 6-8 Crest Middle Grades 6-8 Shelby Middle Grades 7-8

Cleveland County School District Elementary, High School

Elementary Elizabeth Elementary Grades PK-5

High School Burns High Grades 9-12 Crest High Grades 9-12 Shelby High Grades 9-12

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Subdivisions in Shelby

Shelby has 187 subdivisions offering single family homes, townhouses, and condos. Prices range from $149,000 to $2,500,000. 18 subdivisions offer new construction homes. Willow Estates currently has the most active listings with 18 homes for sale.

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Hottest

Willow Estates

18 active listings

Starter Homes

Mountain Brook

From $149,000

Luxury

Deer Brook