28173 — Waxhaw, NC Home Values
Typical home value $708,526 as of June 2026 · 3rd of 105 in Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28173, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28173 compares in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC area
ZIP code 28173 (Waxhaw, NC) has a typical home value of $708,526 as of June 2026, ranking 3rd of 105 ZIP codes tracked in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC area, more expensive than about 98% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +0.5% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +38.0%, from $513,365 in June 2021 to $708,526 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 24.3× the annual rent ($2,433/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Charlotte.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28173 has a population of 63,503, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 72.7% White, 8.7% Black or African American, 7.9% Asian, 7% Hispanic or Latino, 3.2% two or more races, 0.3% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Waxhaw Elementary | 1101 Old Providence Rd, Waxhaw, NC | 0.2 mi |
| South Providence | 500 South Providence Street, Waxhaw, NC | 0.6 mi |
| Western Union Elementary | 4111 Western Union Sch Rd, Waxhaw, NC | 2.3 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 28173?
$708,526 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28173 an expensive ZIP code in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC area?
28173 ranks 3rd of 105 ZIP codes in the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 98% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28173 changed over the past year?
+0.5% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 28173?
The typical home price is 24.3× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($2,433/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 28173?
63,503, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28173?
Waxhaw Elementary (0.2 mi), South Providence (0.6 mi), Western Union Elementary (2.3 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 28173?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.