Market Intelligence Report — NC-700

Asheville, NC

Monthly housing intelligence, market trends, and trusted local expertise.

Ref. No: 2026-NC-05
Updated: May 2026
Median Listing
$589K
-1.7% YOY
Pending Ratio
0.34
+0.5% YOY
Active Inventory
2,540
+18.5% YOY
Median DOM
50 Days
+2.0% YOY

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Market Signals & Indicators

Supply Dynamics

2,540 active listings represent the current floor, with new supply arriving at roughly 872 per month.

Pricing Pressure
22.4%

of active listings carry a price reduction, -3.6% from prior period.

$/Sq Ft
$0K

Median price per square foot has moved -5.4% year-over-year.

Absorption
0.34

Pending-to-active ratio — supply and demand dynamics are mixed.

Metro Demographics

Metro Area
Asheville, NC
CBSA Code
11700
State
NC
Analysis FAQ
  • What is the current market condition in Asheville?+

    As of May 2026, the Asheville metro is classified as Stabilizing. Pending ratio is 0.34 with median days on market at 50.

  • Are home prices dropping in Asheville?+

    Median listing price is $589K, -1.7% year over year. 22.4% of active listings carry a price reduction.

  • How fast are homes selling in Asheville?+

    The typical listing sits 50 days on market, a +2.0% change YoY. New listings are arriving at 872 per month.

  • Where can I find a trusted Asheville real estate expert?+

    Primpted maintains a vetted registry of Asheville agents with verified credentials, Google reviews, and neighborhood specialization. See the Featured Experts section above.

Data & Methodology

Primary data sourced via Realtor.com's RDC Inventory Core Metrics (CBSA-level), supplemented by editorial analysis and the Primpted local expert registry. Historical trends calculated on a rolling 12-month basis. Past direction is not a forecast.

Vintage: May 2026 · CBSA 11700 · 2mo history