Old Fort market snapshot
Calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from MLS-sourced listing data for Old Fort, refreshed nightly -- updated Oct 21, 2026.
Currently for sale in Old Fort
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Recently sold in Old Fort
Last 6 months. Real comps from the MLS, not estimates.
Popular neighborhoods in Old Fort
Ranked by active MLS listings right now.
Walkability
Blended score for Old Fort's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).
Nearby schools
Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.
- Enrollment
- 312
- Student:teacher ratio
- 13.6:1
- District
- McDowell County Schools
- Enrollment
- 648
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.8:1
- District
- McDowell County Schools
- Enrollment
- 254
- Student:teacher ratio
- 23.1:1
- District
- McDowell County Schools
Cities near Old Fort
ZIP codes in Old Fort
Old Fort real estate FAQ
How many homes are for sale in Old Fort right now?+
There are currently 89 active listings in Old Fort, North Carolina, pulled directly from the MLS.
What is the median home price in Old Fort?+
The median list price for active listings in Old Fort is $150,000. Homes are spending an average of 144 days on market.
Is Old Fort's housing market up or down this year?+
Median closed-sale prices in Old Fort have risen 5.6% year over year, based on trailing 12-month MLS sales.
What are the most popular neighborhoods in Old Fort?+
Based on current active listings, the neighborhoods with the most homes for sale in Old Fort are Gateway Mountain, none, Cherry Cove.
What schools serve Old Fort?+
The closest public schools to Old Fort's center are Old Fort Elementary School, West McDowell Middle School, McDowell Early College. See the schools section above for grade levels and district details.
Is Old Fort walkable?+
Old Fort's center has a walkability score of 11 out of 100, blending EPA's National Walkability Index with nearby-amenity density.