Data as of April 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Buncombe County, NC real estate market currently shows 1,846 active listings, with 452 pending sales. Homes are averaging 55 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 333 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 55 days on market compared to 45 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 4.3% year-over-year, from $624,500 to $597,500.
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Population: 265,307 · Density: 291.4/mi² · Median household income: $66,793
Typical home value: $335,253 · Homeownership: 64.7%
Asheville: 28802, 28803, 28804, 28805, 28810
Alexander: 28701
West Haven: 28704
South Slope: 28801
Oakley: 28813
Woolsey: 28814
Kenilworth: 28815
Barnardsville: 28709
Black Mountain: 28711
Candler: 28715
Enka Village: 28728
Fairview: 28730
Leicester: 28748
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.