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BANNER ELK, NC 28604

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Avery County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The BANNER ELK, NC real estate market (28604) currently shows 324 active listings, with 48 pending sales. Homes are averaging 116 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 116 days on market compared to 96 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 0.8% year-over-year, from $529,500 to $533,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 7,671  ·  Density: 43.1/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,161

Typical home value: $294,959  ·  Homeownership: 75.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
324
⇧ 5.2% vs 308 last year
Pending
48
15% pending ratio
Median Price
$533,500
⇧ 0.8% vs $529,500 last year
Average Price
$846,654
⇧ 11.8% vs $757,543 last year
Days on Market
116
⇧ 20.8% vs 96 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$350
⇩ 0.6% vs $352/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,383 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 324 this year vs 308 last year
  • Days on market: 116 now vs 96 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $533,500 (+0.8% YoY)
  • Average: $846,654 (+11.8% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.4 miles — 709 listings ($463,067,939 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28604Banner Elk, NC 286040.0 mi312$255,399,456$526,000$818,588
28622Elk Park, NC 286225.8 mi14$11,327,540$586,725$809,110
28692Vilas, NC 286927.8 mi25$16,457,450$599,000$658,298
28657Newland, NC 2865711.5 mi71$46,222,846$496,500$651,026
28616Crossnore, NC 2861611.7 mi1$279,900$279,900$279,900
28698Zionville, NC 2869813.1 mi9$8,417,583$511,200$935,287
37687Roan Mountain, TN 3768713.9 mi26$13,255,320$414,250$509,820
28684Todd, NC 2868416.9 mi15$9,978,960$697,500$665,264
28618Deep Gap, NC 2861818.8 mi11$5,013,921$489,000$455,811
28705Bakersville, NC 2870519.6 mi41$20,475,769$318,250$499,409
37643Elizabethton, TN 3764321.2 mi94$35,519,498$307,475$377,867
28777Spruce Pine, NC 2877722.2 mi51$19,141,269$340,000$375,319
28694West Jefferson, NC 2869424.4 mi39$21,578,427$449,000$553,293

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BANNER ELK, NC 28604?

As of March 2026, there are 324 active listings in BANNER ELK, NC (zip code 28604), compared to 308 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BANNER ELK, NC 28604?

The median listing price in BANNER ELK, NC 28604 is $533,500 as of March 2026, a 0.8% increase from $529,500 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in BANNER ELK, NC?

Homes in BANNER ELK, NC 28604 spend an average of 116 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 96 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BANNER ELK, NC 28604?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, BANNER ELK, NC 28604 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 16 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 116 days on market compared to 96 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in BANNER ELK, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BANNER ELK, NC 28604 save an estimated $10,670 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $533,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.