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Buncombe County Housing Market Trends
Market Summary
Property Focus is a top real estate property search platform that provides in-depth property insights, transaction histories, and ownership data across the U.S. In the past 12 months, Buncombe County saw 3,956 residential properties sold. As of June 2026, the median price for a single-family home is $438,000, with a median AVM value of $455,000 for properties sold in the last year.
There are 672 involuntary liens on 592 properties, 68 in pre-foreclosure, and 75,419 properties with more than 50% equity in Buncombe County. The market also includes 40,162 fully paid-off homes, offering unique opportunities for buyers and investors.
Market Stats Overview
Total Residential Properties
102,132
Total Home Sales
3,763 12 mo. trend
Median Home Price
$438,00012 mo. trend
Average Loan-to-Value
24.77%
Current Pre-foreclosures
68
% of Properties in Distress
0.07%
Total Involuntary Liens
672
% of High Equity Homes
73.84%
Markets Nearby Buncombe County
The cities and zip codes below highlight the highest-value real estate markets within Buncombe County, ranked by median home sale prices. Top areas include Biltmore Lake ($987,000), Montreat ($756,500), 28757 ($756,500), and 28804 ($630,000), which have commanded the highest median prices in the local housing market over the past 12 months. These areas represent the most valuable residential properties in the county. Search nearby counties to discover their top markets.