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FAIRVIEW, NC 28730

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
70
⇧ 79.5% vs 39 last year
Pending
13
19% pending ratio
Median Price
$699,900
⇧ 1.8% vs $687,425 last year
Average Price
$818,215
⇧ 1.5% vs $805,908 last year
Days on Market
101
⇧ 50.7% vs 67 days last year

Market Context

Population: 7,776  ·  Density: 66.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $85,743

Typical home value: $322,207  ·  Homeownership: 88.6%

Market Analysis

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

The FAIRVIEW, NC real estate market (28730) currently shows 70 active listings, with 13 pending sales. Homes are averaging 101 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 31 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 101 days on market compared to 67 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 1.8% year-over-year, from $687,425 to $699,900.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 70 this year vs 39 last year
  • Days on market: 101 now vs 67 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $699,900 (+1.8% YoY)
  • Average: $818,215 (+1.5% 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 18.2 miles — 860 listings ($770,577,383 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28730Fairview, NC 287300.0 mi70$57,275,050$699,900$818,215
28778Swannanoa, NC 287786.4 mi42$21,000,378$472,500$500,009
28710Bat Cave, NC 287107.3 mi1$855,000$855,000$855,000
28803Asheville, NC 288038.1 mi219$234,888,669$579,000$1,072,551
28757Montreat, NC 287579.3 mi3$3,876,000$1,292,000$1,292,000
28720Chimney Rock, NC 287209.9 mi4$1,651,900$396,500$412,975
28704Arden, NC 2870411.9 mi133$160,766,809$630,000$1,208,773
28762Old Fort, NC 2876212.8 mi32$19,125,792$409,000$597,681
28806Asheville, NC 2880613.7 mi230$129,346,020$482,450$562,374
28759Mills River, NC 2875915.4 mi51$55,724,385$724,450$1,092,635
28709Barnardsville, NC 2870916.3 mi7$3,963,050$632,500$566,150
28756Mill Spring, NC 2875616.8 mi43$54,946,905$1,197,500$1,277,835
28742Horse Shoe, NC 2874218.2 mi25$27,157,425$1,337,400$1,086,297

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in FAIRVIEW, NC 28730?

As of January 2026, there are 70 active listings in FAIRVIEW, NC (zip code 28730), compared to 39 the prior year.

What is the median home price in FAIRVIEW, NC 28730?

The median listing price in FAIRVIEW, NC 28730 is $699,900 as of January 2026, a 1.8% increase from $687,425 the prior year.

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

Homes in FAIRVIEW, NC 28730 spend an average of 101 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 67 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in FAIRVIEW, NC 28730?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, FAIRVIEW, NC 28730 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 31 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 101 days on market compared to 67 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in FAIRVIEW, NC 28730 save an estimated $13,998 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $699,900. 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.