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WHITTIER, NC 28789

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
46
⇧ 24.3% vs 37 last year
Pending
8
17% pending ratio
Median Price
$378,000
⇩ 12.3% vs $431,000 last year
Average Price
$434,642
⇩ 5.3% vs $458,902 last year
Days on Market
118
⇧ 29.7% vs 91 days last year

Market Context

Population: 6,137  ·  Density: 40.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $39,754

Typical home value: $212,257  ·  Homeownership: 61.5%

Market Analysis

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

The WHITTIER, NC real estate market (28789) currently shows 46 active listings, with 8 pending sales. Homes are averaging 118 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 118 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 12.3% year-over-year, from $431,000 to $378,000.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 46 this year vs 37 last year
  • Days on market: 118 now vs 91 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $378,000 (-12.3% YoY)
  • Average: $434,642 (-5.3% 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 27.9 miles — 543 listings ($780,975,796 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28789Whittier, NC 287890.0 mi46$19,993,532$378,000$434,642
28779Sylva, NC 287797.0 mi105$82,173,840$499,000$782,608
28719Cherokee, NC 2871912.2 mi1$413,000$413,000$413,000
28723Cullowhee, NC 2872314.2 mi48$53,425,872$579,000$1,113,039
28702Almond, NC 2870217.6 mi10$8,444,630$375,000$844,463
28783Tuckasegee, NC 2878320.0 mi27$21,362,967$549,000$791,221
28736Glenville, NC 2873620.5 mi32$56,327,008$1,565,000$1,760,219
28745Lake Junaluska, NC 2874521.1 mi9$5,172,750$475,000$574,750
28741Highlands, NC 2874124.4 mi143$316,485,741$1,450,000$2,213,187
28733Fontana Dam, NC 2873326.3 mi1$325,000$325,000$325,000
28717Cashiers, NC 2871726.4 mi65$181,231,830$2,495,000$2,788,182
28775Scaly Mountain, NC 2877526.8 mi7$9,187,899$822,500$1,312,557
37722Cosby, TN 3772227.9 mi49$26,431,727$425,000$539,423

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WHITTIER, NC 28789?

As of January 2026, there are 46 active listings in WHITTIER, NC (zip code 28789), compared to 37 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WHITTIER, NC 28789?

The median listing price in WHITTIER, NC 28789 is $378,000 as of January 2026, a 12.3% decrease from $431,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in WHITTIER, NC 28789 spend an average of 118 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 91 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WHITTIER, NC 28789?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, WHITTIER, NC 28789 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 118 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WHITTIER, NC 28789 save an estimated $7,560 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $378,000. 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.