Asheville Real Estate - Buying and Selling Properties in Western NC
Overview and Recent Trends in Asheville Real Estate
The major city of Buncombe County is Asheville, North Carolina, with a population of ~70,000. Other major communities in the Asheville area include Enka, Candler, Leicester, Woodfin, Fletcher, Fairview, Swannanoa, Black Mountain, Montreat, and Weaverville.
According to the National Association of Realtors, nationwide home sales have been down in excess of 11% this year. Asheville, Buncombe County’s largest city, has not had the decline in real estate sales experienced in other parts of the country. Asheville’s healthy real estate market is exemplified by the average days on market (DOM) of existing homes in Buncombe County.
Whether you are buying or selling a home, consider working with one of the many professional realtors in Asheville. Finding someone who understands your specific needs and knows the community well is essential. A good Asheville NC realtor should be able to provide you with information regarding schools, transportation, types of community living available, recreation, and other criteria. Realtors in Asheville North Carolina can advise you about home inspections, home warranty, financing, and other services you may need.
Note: We have offered a few suggestions below to help you get started, but a good Asheville real estate agent can assist you every step of the way.
What's New - New Articles, Content and Blogs About Asheville Real Estate
- The Least of These by Chris Berthiaume
- Feng Shui for Real Estate, Asheville or Anywhere by Donna Bogren
- In A Vanderbilt's Backyard by Andrew Harvel
- Is Now the Right Time to Buy? by Mark Vanderhoff
- First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credits by Mark Vanderhoff
- 10 Ways to Make Sure Your House Sells! by Sandy Sibley
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- 8 Ways To Get Your Price by Sandy Sibley
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- RiverLink Is Ensuring Long Term Sustainability in West Asheville Parks by karen cragnolin
- Odyssey School Creates Art Inspired by the French Broad River! by karen cragnolin
- RiverLink Had a Blast at the Winter Warmer Beer Festival by karen cragnolin
- RiverLink's Third Annual Earth Day Art and Poetry Contest by karen cragnolin
- YWCA Child Care Received 5-Star Rating by YWCA Asheville
- Kids Radio Gets Healthy by Tim Arem
- 18 reasons Asheville is a perfect fit for Google's Fiber Network by Asheville Now
- Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday March 15th 2010 by Ask Bubbi
- Arborea: Maine Based Alt Folk Duo Performing in Asheville March 13 by Asheville Now
- Second Time Around by Kate Ogden
- Goings On in and Around Ashevegas by Julie Atallah
- U.S. Cellular Expands Network In Buncombe County by Melissa McIntyre
- Ask Bubbi Advice Column - Monday March 8th 2010 by Ask Bubbi
- Oscar Nominated Kavi Screens At HATCH Event by Asheville Now
- Children's Film Festival Jury by Tim Arem
- Restaurant Review: East Village Grille Is An Undiscovered Treasure,... by Jason Sandford
Asheville Real Estate Directory Listings
| Agencies and Agents | Appraisers | Architects |
| Commercial | Communities | Condos |
| Developers | Home Inspectors | Land |
| Land Surveyors | Mortgage Brokers | Property Management |
| Retirement Communities |
Green Building and Development
Visit our WNC Green Building Guide to find Certified ECO Real Estate Agents and other directories covering Green Developement and Home Improvement.
Communities and Neighborhoods
Like most cities across the country, Asheville is a conglomeration of numerous smaller communities, neighborhoods and towns. Each of these towns boasts its own architectural style, cultural diversity, and socio economic makeup, and thus has a separate real estate market.
Begin to Expore the Neighborhoods and Communties of Asheville, NC.
Selling Real Estate
Before you sell your home or property make sure to explore our real estate sellers guide. With you will find helpful tips to prepare your property for sale, and ideas to avoid common mistakes.
Learn more about Selling your Real Estate.
- Choosing a Real Estate Agent to Sell Your Home
- Prepairing Your Home for Sale
- What to Expect During the Selling Process
Buying Property in Western NC
Visit your guide to house hunting for information on how to evaluate properties in order to find the perfect match for your lifestyle and budget. Our guide also includes a checklist and worksheet that you can print to help compare the properties that you visit.
Enter our House Hunting Guide to learn more.
Real Estate Research Tools
Researching a real estate market and recent trends is an essential first step toward purchasing a home. Our research tools page contains links to the Asheville Board of Realtors statistics page and the Buncombe County Geographical Information System (GIS). For a property search use the MSL Search located at the top of this page.
Begin your Real Estate Research.
Asheville Mortgage Guide
One of the most crucial steps in the real estate purchasing process is acquiring a mortgage. The Asheville NC area boasts a strong real estate market and with it comes a healthy and competitive mortgage market. Use the following articles and resources to educate yourself on the Asheville mortgage market and to better prepare you to begin the mortgage shopping process.
Learn more about the Asheville Mortgage Market.
Timeshares in Western North Carolina
The following articles can help you to understand timeshares in Asheville and WNC:
Asheville Foreclosure Market
When prospective real estate purchasers, especially young and inexperienced ones, hear the word foreclosure they often think of a way to get a house for a depressed, cheaper price. While foreclosures can provide great deals for investors or even first time home buyers, they are not always a good deal...
Learn more about Asheville Foreclosures.
Real Estate Financial Terms
Knowing your real estate and financial terms is important for your confidence when preparing to buy a home or property. Visit our real estate terms page to get an overview of the most common terms used by real estate agents and mortgage brokers.
Learn Common Real Estate and Financial Terms.
