Aaron Reel · Licensed in NC and SC
Kings Mountain NC Realtor for Buyers and Sellers
Buying or selling in Kings Mountain, NC? Aaron Reel with The Southern Agents Team at Costello Real Estate helps you compare properties, plan your next move and work through the details of a purchase or sale in Cleveland and Gaston Counties.
Kings Mountain sits along I-85 between Gastonia and Shelby, and the city lies in two counties. Gaston County reports that about 1,110 of the city's 11,142 residents live in Gaston County; the rest live in Cleveland County.
What to compare in Kings Mountain
Start by confirming the county and municipality for the specific Kings Mountain parcel. County-wide figures are context rather than an appraisal of a home. Compare recent nearby sales with similar acreage, condition and improvements, and test your actual commute at the times you expect to travel.
Utilities, taxes and schools in Kings Mountain
Utilities
The City of Kings Mountain provides electric, natural gas, water and sewer service to its customers. Find out whether a particular address is on city service, another provider, or a private well and septic system. If the seller can share recent utility bills, request them.
Property records and taxes
Taxes and records depend on the county. For most of the city, start with Cleveland County: use the Cleveland County WebGIS parcel search, then call Cleveland County Tax Administration at (704) 484-4845. For the Gaston County portion, use the Gaston County Tax Office property search. Property inside city limits can also carry a city tax.
Schools
Kings Mountain-area public schools, including Kings Mountain High School, are part of Cleveland County Schools. The old Kings Mountain city system merged into it in 2004. Because the city crosses a county line, confirm the assignment for the exact address with the school district. For a parcel in Gaston County, also check with Gaston County Schools.
Official sources checked November 1, 2026. Confirm details for a specific property with the responsible office.
Gaston County, NC market snapshot: September 2026
This report covers Gaston County only. Most of Kings Mountain is in Cleveland County, so treat these figures as regional context.
| Metric | Sept 2025 | Sept 2026 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median sale price | $333,450 | $339,900 | +1.9% |
| Closed sales | 300 | 286 | -4.7% |
| Pending sales | 267 | 301 | +12.7% |
| Average days on market | 62 | 52 | -16.1% |
| % of original list price received | 94.1% | 95.3% | +1.3% |
| Months of supply | 3.8 | 3.9 | +2.6% |
Year to date through September, the Gaston County median sale price was $327,000, up 2.2% from the same period in 2025. Source: Canopy MLS, Inc., Local Market Update for September 2026 (current as of October 5, 2026). Median price does not account for seller concessions.
Read the full September 2026 Gaston County, NC reportBuying with a clear plan
Start with your budget, financing, timing and essential property features. Aaron can help compare available options and recent sales, coordinate showings, and discuss offer terms. Inspections and property research help you understand the home before making decisions about repairs or proceeding to closing.
Buyer representationPreparing to sell
A pricing recommendation should account for location, condition, improvements and relevant comparable sales. Discuss preparation, photography, likely buyer questions and your preferred timeline. Review estimated selling costs and proceeds alongside the proposed price so the plan supports your next move.
Request a selling planLand, manufactured homes and bank-owned property
Property type changes the questions to ask. For land, investigate access, surveys, restrictions and utilities. For a manufactured home, clarify title, foundation and lender requirements. For bank-owned or short-sale property, review the seller's contract requirements, condition and timing before assuming the process follows a standard resale.
Local research before you make an offer
Confirm which county maintains the parcel record, then check zoning, taxes, utilities and recorded restrictions. For land or a manufactured home, discuss the property and foundation with your lender before relying on a financing estimate. Get an ownership-cost estimate from the appropriate providers before you commit.
Kings Mountain real estate questions
Is Kings Mountain in Cleveland County or Gaston County?
Both. Gaston County reports that about 1,110 of Kings Mountain's 11,142 residents live in Gaston County and the rest live in Cleveland County. Check the specific parcel on the county GIS map before comparing taxes, records or school assignments.
Who provides utilities in Kings Mountain?
The City of Kings Mountain provides electric, natural gas, water and sewer service. Confirm whether a specific property is on city service, another provider, or a private well and septic system.
Which schools serve Kings Mountain homes?
Kings Mountain-area public schools, including Kings Mountain High School, are part of Cleveland County Schools. Because the city crosses into Gaston County, confirm the assignment for the exact address with the school district.
Does the Gaston County market report cover Kings Mountain?
Only partly. The Gaston County report covers the Gaston County portion, and most of Kings Mountain is in Cleveland County. For a specific home, ask Aaron for comparable sales near that address instead of relying on a county median.
Can Aaron help with land or a manufactured home near Kings Mountain?
Yes. Aaron works with land, acreage and manufactured homes. For these properties, review access, surveys, utilities, septic suitability, title and foundation requirements before you make an offer or rely on a financing estimate.
Let's talk about your next move in Kings Mountain.
Call or text 803-242-8034 or email Aaron Reel. Licensed in NC (#269504) and SC (#137982) with The Southern Agents Team at Costello Real Estate.