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MILLS RIVER, NC 28759

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Henderson County
Buyer's Market
September 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The MILLS RIVER, NC real estate market (28759) currently shows 73 active listings, with 11 pending sales. Homes are averaging 81 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 3.7% year-over-year, from $862,225 to $830,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 7,514  ·  Density: 118.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $80,566

Typical home value: $342,773  ·  Homeownership: 85.5%

Market Overview

Active Listings
73
⇧ 14.1% vs 64 last year
Pending
11
15% pending ratio
Median Price
$830,000
⇩ 3.7% vs $862,225 last year
Average Price
$1,092,057
⇩ 2.1% vs $1,115,250 last year
Days on Market
81
⇧ 6.6% vs 76 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$318
⇩ 0.6% vs $320/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,385 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 73 this year vs 64 last year
  • Days on market: 81 now vs 76 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $830,000 (-3.7% YoY)
  • Average: $1,092,057 (-2.1% 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 17.9 miles — 1,013 listings ($766,888,240 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28759Mills River, NC 287590.0 mi46$52,216,164$689,750$1,135,134
28729Etowah, NC 287294.5 mi22$10,894,466$436,500$495,203
28704Arden, NC 287045.5 mi137$169,297,202$645,125$1,235,746
28739Hendersonville, NC 287398.1 mi187$123,483,954$549,950$660,342
28766Penrose, NC 287669.5 mi5$1,905,940$372,000$381,188
28715Candler, NC 2871511.4 mi114$72,856,602$499,450$639,093
28792Hendersonville, NC 2879212.2 mi192$100,576,320$439,900$523,835
28731Flat Rock, NC 2873113.3 mi71$52,340,348$588,675$737,188
28801Asheville, NC 2880114.7 mi96$100,803,456$868,475$1,050,036
28718Cedar Mountain, NC 2871815.2 mi8$6,593,000$375,000$824,125
28716Canton, NC 2871616.0 mi93$50,328,252$417,000$541,164
28708Balsam Grove, NC 2870817.4 mi4$1,665,000$412,750$416,250
28773Saluda, NC 2877317.9 mi38$23,927,536$624,750$629,672

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in MILLS RIVER, NC 28759?

As of September 2026, there are 73 active listings in MILLS RIVER, NC (zip code 28759), compared to 64 the prior year.

What is the median home price in MILLS RIVER, NC 28759?

The median listing price in MILLS RIVER, NC 28759 is $830,000 as of September 2026, a 3.7% decrease from $862,225 the prior year.

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

Homes in MILLS RIVER, NC 28759 spend an average of 81 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 76 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in MILLS RIVER, NC 28759?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of September 2026, MILLS RIVER, NC 28759 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 9 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 81 days on market compared to 76 days last year.

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

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