Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The Watauga County, NC real estate market currently shows 389 active listings, with 97 pending sales. Homes are averaging 84 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 6 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 84 days on market compared to 68 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 5.9% year-over-year, from $669,000 to $629,500.
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Population: 57,849 · Density: 97.4/mi² · Median household income: $50,275
Typical home value: $296,534 · Homeownership: 60.4%
Banner Elk: 28604
Blowing Rock: 28605
Deep Gap: 28618
Sugar Grove: 28679
Valle Crucis: 28691
Vilas: 28692
Zionville: 28698
Based on listing price changes before sale/pending as a proxy for sale-to-list dynamics. Source: Realtor.com.