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Bert King original- reimagined! Sited on the crest of Horizon Hill in North Asheville, this architecturally significant 1960s home by J. Bertram King has long been celebrated for its sweeping views and rare sense of privacy — and it has been beautifully restored (2022) and readied for its next chapter.

September 2026 Housing Statistics for the Asheville Region, City of Asheville, and Buncombe County.(Year over year comparison, 2025 vs. 2026)📍Asheville Region• Pending Sales: 924 | ⬆️(+1.2%)• Closed Sales: 903​ | ⬇️(-1.8%)• Average Sales Price: $558,566 | ⬆️(+8.0%)• Cumulative Days on Market Until Sale: 79 | ⬆️(+1.3%)• Average List Price: $663,004 | ⬆️(+10.6%)• Inventory of Homes for Sale: 5,410 | ⬆️(+3.1%)📍Buncombe County• Pending Sales: 296 | ⬇️(-9.8%)• Closed Sales: 290 | ⬆️(+3.2%)• Average Sales Price: $716,419 | ⬆️(+21.5%)• Cumulative Days on Market Until Sale: 73 | ⬇️ (-9.9%)• Average List Price: $827,333 | ⬆️(+15.8%)• Inventory of Homes for Sale: 1,848 | ⬆️(+4.8%)📍City of Asheville• Pending Sales: 131​​ | ⬇️(-29.2%)• Closed Sales: 171 | ⬆️(+20.4%)• Average Sales Price: $688,720 | ⬆️(+14.5%)• Cumulative Days on Market Until Sale: 67​​ | ⬇️ (-21.2%)• Average List Price: $773,910 | ⬆️(+7.2%)• Inventory of Homes for Sale: 975 | ⬆️(+2.5%)The biggest takeaway is that buyers and sellers are seeing different conditions .📈​ For Sellers: Accurate pricing, strong listing photography, and effective marketing matter.📈​ For Buyers: Compare properties carefully, understand local pricing, and be prepared to move when the right home comes along.Every neighborhood and property is different.Let one of our local real estate professional help you understand what these numbers mean for you.Preferred Properties of AshevilleAt Home In Asheville Since 1968📞 828-258-2953www.preferredprop.com​#AshevilleRealEstate #AshevilleNC #AshevilleHousingMarket #RealEstateMarket #AshevilleHomes #WesternNorthCarolina #HousingMarket

PVC, ABS, Clay, Iron, & Orangeburg: A Guide to Sewer Pipes Older homes and properties often contain legacy plumbing materials that have either worn past their lifespan or pose health and safety concerns. Common types of old plumbing pipes include: Lead Pipes (Late 1800s–1950s) Use: Main water supply lines.

Congratulations to our August 2026 Peak Performers! 🎉 We’re proud to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of our top agents: 🏆 Top Producer – LeNoir Medlock, 828-691-9981 🏆 Top Listing Agent – Jim Reid, 828-606-0590 🏆 Top Buyer Agent – Sandy Lindsey, 828-230-5816 Your dedication and excellence continue to set the bar high! 👏 – Preferred Properties of Asheville – 🌐 preferredprop.com | 📞 828-258-2953 #PreferredPropertiesAVL #AshevilleRealEstate #TopAgents #RealEstateExcellence #peakperformers #topagents #WNCRealEstate #2026TopProducers #ListingAgent #BuyerAgent

Asheville Region Real Estate: 2025 vs. 2026 The market is moving but buyers and sellers may need a little more patience than they did a year ago.  📍ASHEVILLE CITY — August 2026 More pending and closed sales, but median prices are lower.  Pending Sales: 189 | ⬆️+13.9% Closed Sales: 166 | ⬆️+9.2% Average Sales Price: $686,354 | ⬇️ -4.4% Cumulative Days on Market Until Sale: 77 days | ⬇️ -4.9% Average List Price: $708,191 | ⬆️+2.8% Inventory of Homes for Sale: 935 | ⬆️+0.2% 📍BUNCOMBE COUNTY — August 2026 Strong increase in pending and closed sales, with August prices higher than last year. Pending Sales: 344 | ⬆️+17.0% Closed Sales: 317 | ⬆️+8.6% Average Sales Price: $678,129 | ⬆️+4.9% Cumulative Days on Market Until Sale: 72 days | ⬇️ -2.7% Average List Price: $676,797 | ⬇️ +2.5% Inventory of Homes for Sale: 1,791 | ⬆️+2.5% 📍ASHEVILLE REGION — August 2026 More pending and closed activity YTD, but homes are taking longer to sell.  Includes Buncombe, Burke, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk & Rutherford Counties. Pending Sales: 1,005 | ⬆️+7.0% Closed Sales: 869 | ⬇️-4.7% Average Sales Price: $558,546 | ⬆️+0.2% Cumulative Days on Market Until Sale: 77 days | ⬆️+8.5% Average List Price: $596,418 | ⬆️0.0% Inventory of Homes for Sale: 5,350 | ⬆️+2.7% Preferred Properties of Asheville 828-258-2953 #AshevilleRealEstate #AshevilleNC #AshevilleHousingMarket #RealEstateMarket #AshevilleHomes #WesternNorthCarolina #HousingMarket  

How does the City of Asheville housing market compare with July 2025? Takeaways: Homes are taking longer to sell and the average sales price has decreased. The July numbers point to a market with more inventory and a more time for buyers to make decisions, while sellers may need to pay close attention to pricing and market conditions. If you’re thinking about buying or selling, we’re happy to help you navigate the current market conditions. ASHEVILLE CITY — July 2026 Pending Sales: 164 | +12.3% Closed Sales: 173 | +3.6% Average Sales Price: $630,584 | −5.6% Cumulative Days on Market Until Sale: 70 days | +12.9% Average List Price: $717,402 | −8.9% Inventory of Homes for Sale: 969 | +5.6% BUNCOMBE COUNTY — July 2026 Pending Sales: 320 | +3.6% Closed Sales: 350 | +6.7% Average Sales Price: $613,276 | −5.4% Cumulative Days on Market Until Sale: 75 days | +36.4% Average List Price: $715,207 | −4.2% Inventory of Homes for Sale: 1,812 | +6.8% ASHEVILLE REGION - July 2026 Includes Buncombe, Burke, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk & Rutherford Counties. Pending Sales: 995 | +6.5% Closed Sales: 985 | +4.9% Average Sales Price: $535,426 | −0.5% Cumulative Days on Market Until Sale: 78 days | +16.4% Average List Price: $621,256 | −0.6% Inventory of Homes for Sale: 5,353 | +3.6% 828-258-2953 https://www.preferredprop.com #AshevilleRealEstate #AshevilleNC #AshevilleHousingMarket #RealEstateMarket #AshevilleHomes #WesternNorthCarolina #HousingMarket

📍1 Cedar Chine Drive, Asheville MLS#4393411 6 Bedrooms, 5/1 Baths 6,000 SqFt. 1.27 Acres A Craftsman Masterpiece in Biltmore Forest. Tucked within the tree-canopied streets of the Town of Biltmore Forest, this exceptional, refined mountain- contemporary home offers a rare blend of timeless elegance and modern livability. Echoing the architectural spirit of nearby Biltmore Village, the residence was completely re imagined by Robert Griffin Architects in 2021. Set on over an acre, the property welcomes you with a gorgeous covered front porch, perfect for savoring the changing seasons of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Inside, rich wood details flow throughout, creating a seamless connection between the home’s warm interiors and the natural beauty of Western North Carolina. The main level is anchored by a true chef’s kitchen and a luxurious primary suite, offering effortless one-level living. Upstairs, four spacious bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations for family and guests alike. The lower level is designed for both relaxation and gathering, featuring an additional bedroom, recreation room, office area, sauna, fireplace, space for your home gym and abundant storage. Outside, the expansive, level yard offers room to play, a charming fire pit for evening gatherings. This beautiful stretch of neighborhood is perfect for strolls connecting you to the surrounding community, while this section of Biltmore Forest preserves the privacy the neighborhood is known for. A home of exquisite detail, enduring charm, and quiet mountain living. Call for a private tour: Ann Clark 📞828-712-0033 Broker/REALTOR® Newton Clark 📞828-231-3903 Broker/REALTOR® www.preferredprop.com #dreamhome #ashevillerealty #mountainhome #ashevillenc #ashevillenorthcarolina #asheville #ashevillrealestateagent #listingagent #buyeragent #newlisting #newlistingalert  

Our agents Tracy Dew and Jim Reid have Open Houses this weekend.   SATURDAY OPEN HOUSE 1-3 PM 📍162 Deaver Street, Asheville NC MLS#4345314 3 Bedrooms, 2/1 Baths 2,168 SqFt. Finished Basement 🏡With a Walk Score of 74, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a fully finished basement offers easy access to the best of West Asheville — just five minutes to Taco Billy, Pizza Mind, and Hole Doughnuts, with quick connections to the Wilma Dykeman Greenway and the River Arts District. Tracy Dew Broker/REALTOR® 📞828-423-5700 tracy@preferredprop.com SUNDAY OPEN HOUSE 1-3 PM 📍5 Hoolet Court, Biltmore Lake 🏡Located on a quiet cul-de-sac in sought-after Biltmore Lake, this one-level home offers comfortable living just 15 minutes from downtown Asheville.  MLS#4372678 0.51 Acres 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths Tracy Dew Broker/REALTOR® 📞828-423-5700 tracy@preferredprop.com www.preferredprop.com Preferred Properties of Asheville SUNDAY OPEN HOUSE 2-4 PM 🏠47 Deerwood Drive, Asheville MLS#4361214 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths 1,620 SqFt. 0.37 Acres Find your ideal home in East Asheville, located less than 5 miles from Downtown. The home has been wonderfully updated and refreshed to enhance today’s life style, while preserving its mid-century attributes.  Jim Reid 📞828-606-0590 jimreid@preferredprop.com Preferred Properties of Asheville  #openhouse #openhousesunday #openhousesaturday #Asheville #RanchHomes #AshevilleNC #ParkwayKnolls #HomesinAsheville #ListingAgent #PreferredProperties #EastAsheville #biltmorelake #lakeliving #luxuryhome

📊 May 2026 Housing Market Snapshot🏡 Provided by Preferred Properties of Asheville & Canopy MLS 📍Asheville Region Pending Sales: 1,068 ⬆️+ 18.7% Closed Sales: 871 ⬆️+ 1.5% Average Sales Price: $518,836 ⬆️+ 1.9% Days on Market Until Sale: 83 ⬆️+ 36.1% Average List Price: $689,521 ⬆️+ 12.6% Inventory of Homes for Sale: 4,975 ⬆️+ 5.7% 📍City of Asheville Pending Sales: 215 ⬆️+ 28.7% Closed Sales: 165 ⬆️+ 4.4% Average Sales Price: $631,959 ⬆️+ 2.5% Days on Market Until Sale: 79 ⬆️+ 49.1% Average List Price: $785,290 + 15.6% Inventory of Homes for Sale: 868 ⬆️+ 0.7% 📍Buncombe County Pending Sales: 406 ⬆️+ 27.3% Closed Sales: 296 ⬆️+ 2.8% Average Sales Price: $656,761 ⬆️+ 6.7% Days on Market Until Sale: 79 ⬆️+ 61.2% Average List Price: $785,694 ⬆️+ 17.4% Inventory of Homes for Sale: 1,663 ⬆️+ 5.1% 🔗 Learn more at www.preferredprop.com 📞 828-258-2953 Speak to an agent on duty. #AshevilleRealEstate #MarketStats #HousingUpdate #BuncombeCountyHomes #AshevilleLiving #PreferredProperties #WesternNCRealEstate #RealEstateTrends