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ASHEVILLE, NC 28806

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

Market Overview

Active Listings
230
⇧ 46.5% vs 157 last year
Pending
52
23% pending ratio
Median Price
$482,450
⇧ 7.2% vs $450,000 last year
Average Price
$562,374
⇩ 13.7% vs $651,371 last year
Days on Market
106
⇧ 49.3% vs 71 days last year

Market Context

Population: 44,522  ·  Density: 450.7/mi²  ·  Median household income: $59,875

Typical home value: $293,185  ·  Homeownership: 57.4%

Market Analysis

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

The ASHEVILLE, NC real estate market (28806) currently shows 230 active listings, with 52 pending sales. Homes are averaging 106 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 73 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 106 days on market compared to 71 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 7.2% year-over-year, from $450,000 to $482,450.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 230 this year vs 157 last year
  • Days on market: 106 now vs 71 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $482,450 (+7.2% YoY)
  • Average: $562,374 (-13.7% 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 19.2 miles — 1,119 listings ($833,639,044 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28806Asheville, NC 288060.0 mi230$129,346,020$482,450$562,374
28803Asheville, NC 288036.0 mi219$234,888,669$579,000$1,072,551
28715Candler, NC 287156.9 mi117$75,390,939$499,000$644,367
28805Asheville, NC 288058.1 mi109$69,920,121$529,000$641,469
28748Leicester, NC 2874810.0 mi60$38,424,540$585,000$640,409
28778Swannanoa, NC 2877812.0 mi42$21,000,378$472,500$500,009
28742Horse Shoe, NC 2874212.4 mi25$27,157,425$1,337,400$1,086,297
28730Fairview, NC 2873013.7 mi70$57,275,050$699,900$818,215
28735Gerton, NC 2873516.3 mi2$650,000$325,000$325,000
28729Etowah, NC 2872917.4 mi20$10,039,000$457,000$501,950
28721Clyde, NC 2872118.3 mi65$33,068,750$410,000$508,750
28711Black Mountain, NC 2871118.4 mi122$101,464,838$699,000$831,679
28768Pisgah Forest, NC 2876819.2 mi38$35,013,314$590,000$921,403

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ASHEVILLE, NC 28806?

As of January 2026, there are 230 active listings in ASHEVILLE, NC (zip code 28806), compared to 157 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ASHEVILLE, NC 28806?

The median listing price in ASHEVILLE, NC 28806 is $482,450 as of January 2026, a 7.2% increase from $450,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in ASHEVILLE, NC 28806 spend an average of 106 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 71 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ASHEVILLE, NC 28806?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of January 2026, ASHEVILLE, NC 28806 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 73 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 106 days on market compared to 71 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 28806 save an estimated $9,649 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $482,450. 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.