Population: 21,927 · Density: 116.0/mi² · Median household income: $54,008
Typical home value: $235,442 · Homeownership: 71.7%
Data as of January 2026. Source: Realtor.com.
The WAYNESVILLE, NC real estate market (28786) currently shows 150 active listings, with 43 pending sales. Homes are averaging 87 days on the market before going under contract.
Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.
Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 70 days last year.
The median listing price has fallen 7.1% year-over-year, from $483,225 to $449,000.
Whether you are buying or selling in WAYNESVILLE, NC, SELL123.com can help you save significantly on commission — typically 2% compared to traditional 5% broker fees. Call (240) SELL-123 for a free consultation.
| Zip | City / State | Distance | Listings | Market Value | Median $ | Average $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28786 | Waynesville, NC 28786 | 0.0 mi | 150 | $97,594,800 | $449,000 | $650,632 |
| 28716 | Canton, NC 28716 | 7.6 mi | 91 | $48,879,194 | $392,500 | $537,134 |
| 28721 | Clyde, NC 28721 | 12.3 mi | 65 | $33,068,750 | $410,000 | $508,750 |
| 28779 | Sylva, NC 28779 | 14.3 mi | 105 | $82,173,840 | $499,000 | $782,608 |
| 28783 | Tuckasegee, NC 28783 | 14.8 mi | 27 | $21,362,967 | $549,000 | $791,221 |
| 28708 | Balsam Grove, NC 28708 | 15.2 mi | 2 | $744,000 | $365,000 | $372,000 |
| 28748 | Leicester, NC 28748 | 18.6 mi | 60 | $38,424,540 | $585,000 | $640,409 |
| 28768 | Pisgah Forest, NC 28768 | 19.4 mi | 38 | $35,013,314 | $590,000 | $921,403 |
| 28736 | Glenville, NC 28736 | 20.2 mi | 32 | $56,327,008 | $1,565,000 | $1,760,219 |
| 28806 | Asheville, NC 28806 | 22.6 mi | 230 | $129,346,020 | $482,450 | $562,374 |
| 28712 | Brevard, NC 28712 | 23.7 mi | 165 | $143,081,565 | $597,000 | $867,161 |
| 28772 | Rosman, NC 28772 | 24.0 mi | 11 | $8,739,940 | $595,000 | $794,540 |
| 28743 | Hot Springs, NC 28743 | 24.5 mi | 18 | $9,583,830 | $474,500 | $532,435 |
As of January 2026, there are 150 active listings in WAYNESVILLE, NC (zip code 28786), compared to 121 the prior year.
The median listing price in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786 is $449,000 as of January 2026, a 7.1% decrease from $483,225 the prior year.
Homes in WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786 spend an average of 87 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 70 days the prior year.
Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WAYNESVILLE, NC 28786 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 87 days on market compared to 70 days last year.
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