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BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711

Real Estate Market Report  ·  McDowell County
Buyer's Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
122
⇧ 64.9% vs 74 last year
Pending
22
18% pending ratio
Median Price
$699,000
⇧ 4.2% vs $670,750 last year
Average Price
$831,679
⇧ 4.6% vs $795,144 last year
Days on Market
106
⇧ 92.7% vs 55 days last year

Market Context

Population: 12,574  ·  Density: 46.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $69,922

Typical home value: $321,668  ·  Homeownership: 68.3%

Market Analysis

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

The BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC real estate market (28711) currently shows 122 active listings, with 22 pending sales. Homes are averaging 106 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 48 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 106 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 4.2% year-over-year, from $670,750 to $699,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 122 this year vs 74 last year
  • Days on market: 106 now vs 55 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $699,000 (+4.2% YoY)
  • Average: $831,679 (+4.6% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 20.7 miles — 1,043 listings ($749,545,904 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28711Black Mountain, NC 287110.0 mi122$101,464,838$699,000$831,679
28762Old Fort, NC 287626.1 mi32$19,125,792$409,000$597,681
28778Swannanoa, NC 287786.9 mi42$21,000,378$472,500$500,009
28710Bat Cave, NC 287109.7 mi1$855,000$855,000$855,000
28746Lake Lure, NC 2874611.5 mi94$68,458,508$599,999$728,282
28709Barnardsville, NC 2870913.2 mi7$3,963,050$632,500$566,150
28732Fletcher, NC 2873214.4 mi134$93,746,534$462,500$699,601
28801Asheville, NC 2880115.2 mi102$106,552,668$861,950$1,044,634
28787Weaverville, NC 2878716.0 mi101$71,249,844$525,000$705,444
28806Asheville, NC 2880618.4 mi230$129,346,020$482,450$562,374
28756Mill Spring, NC 2875618.5 mi43$54,946,905$1,197,500$1,277,835
28167Union Mills, NC 2816719.5 mi16$8,830,928$465,750$551,933
28791Hendersonville, NC 2879120.7 mi119$70,005,439$475,000$588,281

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711?

As of January 2026, there are 122 active listings in BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC (zip code 28711), compared to 74 the prior year.

What is the median home price in BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711?

The median listing price in BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711 is $699,000 as of January 2026, a 4.2% increase from $670,750 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC?

Homes in BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711 spend an average of 106 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 55 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 48 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 106 days on market compared to 55 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in BLACK MOUNTAIN, NC 28711 save an estimated $13,980 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $699,000. 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.