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WAYNESVILLE, NC 28785

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Haywood County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
76
⇧ 52% vs 50 last year
Pending
21
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$515,000
⇩ 14.1% vs $599,500 last year
Average Price
$561,754
⇩ 9.7% vs $622,128 last year
Days on Market
110
⇩ 11.3% vs 124 days last year

Market Context

Population: 8,124  ·  Density: 18.6/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,700

Typical home value: $256,915  ·  Homeownership: 82.2%

Market Analysis

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

The WAYNESVILLE, NC real estate market (28785) currently shows 76 active listings, with 21 pending sales. Homes are averaging 110 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 110 days on market compared to 124 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 14.1% year-over-year, from $599,500 to $515,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 76 this year vs 50 last year
  • Days on market: 110 now vs 124 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $515,000 (-14.1% YoY)
  • Average: $561,754 (-9.7% 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 27.7 miles — 1,212 listings ($851,609,004 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28785Waynesville, NC 287850.0 mi76$42,693,304$515,000$561,754
28751Maggie Valley, NC 287519.9 mi105$54,302,115$425,000$517,163
37753Hartford, TN 3775312.2 mi4$2,643,900$312,500$660,975
28786Waynesville, NC 2878613.8 mi150$97,594,800$449,000$650,632
37727Del Rio, TN 3772717.4 mi15$7,514,895$489,500$500,993
28716Canton, NC 2871619.4 mi91$48,879,194$392,500$537,134
28779Sylva, NC 2877921.2 mi105$82,173,840$499,000$782,608
37738Gatlinburg, TN 3773821.8 mi400$313,890,800$615,000$784,727
28715Candler, NC 2871523.2 mi117$75,390,939$499,000$644,367
37843Parrottsville, TN 3784325.3 mi18$8,617,050$409,450$478,725
28723Cullowhee, NC 2872325.5 mi48$53,425,872$579,000$1,113,039
28753Marshall, NC 2875326.8 mi56$43,119,328$452,000$769,988
28783Tuckasegee, NC 2878327.7 mi27$21,362,967$549,000$791,221

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28785?

As of January 2026, there are 76 active listings in WAYNESVILLE, NC (zip code 28785), compared to 50 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28785?

The median listing price in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28785 is $515,000 as of January 2026, a 14.1% decrease from $599,500 the prior year.

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

Homes in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28785 spend an average of 110 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 124 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28785?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WAYNESVILLE, NC 28785 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 26 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 110 days on market compared to 124 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28785 save an estimated $10,300 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $515,000. 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.