28042 — , NC Home Values
Typical home value $212,627 as of June 2026 · 4th of 9 in Shelby, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28042, February 2022 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28042 compares in the Shelby, NC area
ZIP code 28042 (, NC) has a typical home value of $212,627 as of June 2026, ranking 4th of 9 ZIP codes tracked in the Shelby, NC area, more expensive than about 67% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +1.3%, from $209,908 in February 2022 to $212,627 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Shelby, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Shelby.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28042 has a population of 306, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 96.7% White, 2.7% Black or African American, and 0.6% two or more races.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fallston Elementary | 112 Gary Street, Fallston, NC | 0.5 mi |
| Burns High | 307 E Stagecoach Trail, Lawndale, NC | 1.4 mi |
| Burns Middle | 215 Shady Grove Road, Lawndale, NC | 1.8 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 28042?
$212,627 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28042 an expensive ZIP code in the Shelby, NC area?
28042 ranks 4th of 9 ZIP codes in the Shelby, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 67% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28042 changed over the past year?
+3.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 28042?
306, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28042?
Fallston Elementary (0.5 mi), Burns High (1.4 mi), Burns Middle (1.8 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 28042?
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 Shelby, NC 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.