YEAR OVER YEAR
WHAT THE NUMBERS REALLY MEAN
Inventory is up compared to this time last year, but contracts and closings are up even more. Homes are moving through the pipeline faster than they were in 2025, even with more options on the market.
Buyer activity is strong, with showings up across most counties. Contracts are taking a bit longer to form, though - buyers are being more selective and deliberate. That brings us to the biggest factor separating a smooth sale from a stuck one: pricing. Homes priced correctly from day one are selling in 7–10 days. Homes the market decides are overpriced can sit for months, and typically end up selling for well below what the original asking price could have gotten them.
If you're buying: You have more leverage than you've had in six years.
If you're selling: There are still plenty of active, ready buyers out there for homes priced right.
BUNCOMBE COUNTY
558
362
5,327
375
$495K
68
HAYWOOD COUNTY
147
116
1,418
85
$430K
61
HENDERSON COUNTY
237
196
191
2,358
(AVERAGE Q2)
$428K
55
MADISON COUNTY
30
21
(AVERAGE Q2)
28
$450K
297
(AVERAGE Q2)
105 DAYS ON MARKET (AVERAGE Q2)
A closer look by price point:
Up to $600K: Still a seller's market: only about 5 months of inventory available at any given time.
$600K–$1M: Teetering between balanced and buyer-favorable.
$1M+: Leaning more clearly toward a buyer's market.
Whether you're weighing a move this year or just want to understand what your home is worth in today's market, I'm always happy to talk through your specific situation so that we can create a plan that allows you to move forward with clarity and confidence. Give me a call!
- Heidi
At Unique Real Estate Collective, we know the Asheville market inside and out. We don’t just track trends - we analyze them, understand what drives value, and help you make informed decisions. Our team combines local expertise with real-time insights so our clients always have a clear picture of opportunities and challenges. Simply put, we don’t just follow the market. We live it, study it, and guide you through it with confidence.
