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

Market Analysis

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

The ASHEVILLE, NC real estate market (28801) currently shows 98 active listings, with 27 pending sales. Homes are averaging 127 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 127 days on market compared to 100 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.9% year-over-year, from $729,745 to $795,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 13,498  ·  Density: 1,020.2/mi²  ·  Median household income: $46,496

Typical home value: $450,186  ·  Homeownership: 36.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
98
⇧ 3.2% vs 95 last year
Pending
27
28% pending ratio
Median Price
$795,000
⇧ 8.9% vs $729,745 last year
Average Price
$968,286
⇩ 7% vs $1,041,502 last year
Days on Market
127
⇧ 27% vs 100 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$501
⇩ 2.3% vs $513/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,459 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 98 this year vs 95 last year
  • Days on market: 127 now vs 100 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $795,000 (+8.9% YoY)
  • Average: $968,286 (-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
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 20.3 miles — 1,192 listings ($985,262,538 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28801Asheville, NC 288010.0 mi96$100,803,456$868,475$1,050,036
28804Asheville, NC 288043.7 mi168$192,851,400$794,500$1,147,925
28803Asheville, NC 288035.0 mi220$226,476,580$550,000$1,029,439
28701Alexander, NC 287019.0 mi22$11,517,462$469,500$523,521
28787Weaverville, NC 287879.4 mi105$73,321,080$499,974$698,296
28730Fairview, NC 2873011.2 mi68$52,463,904$637,500$771,528
28748Leicester, NC 2874812.1 mi56$39,229,064$648,750$700,519
28709Barnardsville, NC 2870914.5 mi7$4,721,500$657,000$674,500
28742Horse Shoe, NC 2874214.8 mi20$23,197,140$1,345,000$1,159,857
28711Black Mountain, NC 2871115.2 mi123$98,881,914$665,725$803,918
28792Hendersonville, NC 2879217.6 mi192$100,576,320$439,900$523,835
28729Etowah, NC 2872919.2 mi22$10,894,466$436,500$495,203
28716Canton, NC 2871620.3 mi93$50,328,252$417,000$541,164

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ASHEVILLE, NC 28801?

As of March 2026, there are 98 active listings in ASHEVILLE, NC (zip code 28801), compared to 95 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ASHEVILLE, NC 28801?

The median listing price in ASHEVILLE, NC 28801 is $795,000 as of March 2026, a 8.9% increase from $729,745 the prior year.

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

Homes in ASHEVILLE, NC 28801 spend an average of 127 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 100 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ASHEVILLE, NC 28801?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, ASHEVILLE, NC 28801 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 3 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 127 days on market compared to 100 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ASHEVILLE, NC 28801 save an estimated $15,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $795,000. 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.