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WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786

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

Market Analysis

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

The WAYNESVILLE, NC real estate market (28786) currently shows 149 active listings, with 47 pending sales. Homes are averaging 112 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 112 days on market compared to 88 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 14.3% year-over-year, from $525,000 to $449,725.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 21,927  ·  Density: 116.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $54,008

Typical home value: $235,442  ·  Homeownership: 71.7%

Market Overview

Active Listings
149
⇧ 26.3% vs 118 last year
Pending
47
32% pending ratio
Median Price
$449,725
⇩ 14.3% vs $525,000 last year
Average Price
$655,887
⇧ 4.8% vs $625,936 last year
Days on Market
112
⇧ 27.3% vs 88 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$273
⇧ 1.9% vs $268/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,836 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 149 this year vs 118 last year
  • Days on market: 112 now vs 88 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $449,725 (-14.3% YoY)
  • Average: $655,887 (+4.8% 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 24.5 miles — 972 listings ($674,301,443 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28786Waynesville, NC 287860.0 mi151$95,665,446$449,000$633,546
28716Canton, NC 287167.6 mi93$50,328,252$417,000$541,164
28721Clyde, NC 2872112.3 mi62$30,949,036$410,000$499,178
28779Sylva, NC 2877914.3 mi109$84,535,059$499,000$775,551
28783Tuckasegee, NC 2878314.8 mi26$22,149,296$555,500$851,896
28708Balsam Grove, NC 2870815.2 mi4$1,665,000$412,750$416,250
28748Leicester, NC 2874818.6 mi56$39,229,064$648,750$700,519
28768Pisgah Forest, NC 2876819.4 mi37$34,206,389$586,000$924,497
28736Glenville, NC 2873620.2 mi31$55,280,068$1,708,750$1,783,228
28806Asheville, NC 2880622.6 mi215$123,097,175$485,000$572,545
28712Brevard, NC 2871223.7 mi161$120,384,208$587,250$747,728
28772Rosman, NC 2877224.0 mi9$7,808,400$649,000$867,600
28743Hot Springs, NC 2874324.5 mi18$9,004,050$444,750$500,225

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786?

As of March 2026, there are 149 active listings in WAYNESVILLE, NC (zip code 28786), compared to 118 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786?

The median listing price in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786 is $449,725 as of March 2026, a 14.3% decrease from $525,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786 spend an average of 112 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 88 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786 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 112 days on market compared to 88 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 28786 save an estimated $8,995 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $449,725. 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.