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NEWLAND, NC 28657

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Avery County
Buyer's Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of February 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The NEWLAND, NC real estate market (28657) currently shows 71 active listings, with 14 pending sales. Homes are averaging 130 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 130 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 19.8% year-over-year, from $414,373 to $496,500.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 8,201  ·  Density: 19.8/mi²  ·  Median household income: $50,216

Typical home value: $199,766  ·  Homeownership: 80.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
71
⇧ 69% vs 42 last year
Pending
14
20% pending ratio
Median Price
$496,500
⇧ 19.8% vs $414,373 last year
Average Price
$651,026
⇧ 23.7% vs $526,384 last year
Days on Market
130
⇧ 109.7% vs 62 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$296
⇧ 7.2% vs $276/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,786 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 71 this year vs 42 last year
  • Days on market: 130 now vs 62 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $496,500 (+19.8% YoY)
  • Average: $651,026 (+23.7% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 24.6 miles — 746 listings ($470,464,707 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28657Newland, NC 286570.0 mi77$41,316,660$498,000$536,580
28646Linville, NC 286466.8 mi14$23,686,362$974,299$1,691,883
28611Collettsville, NC 2861111.4 mi4$1,564,000$485,000$391,000
28622Elk Park, NC 2862211.5 mi17$12,994,018$549,900$764,354
37687Roan Mountain, TN 3768714.0 mi26$14,465,360$479,350$556,360
28749Little Switzerland, NC 2874915.7 mi4$1,795,900$443,000$448,975
28755Micaville, NC 2875517.6 mi1$400,000$400,000$400,000
37658Hampton, TN 3765820.1 mi12$3,124,056$267,450$260,338
28607Boone, NC 2860720.9 mi124$114,220,244$675,000$921,131
28655Morganton, NC 2865521.9 mi182$85,273,916$327,900$468,538
28752Marion, NC 2875222.6 mi120$59,308,440$399,000$494,237
28714Burnsville, NC 2871423.1 mi158$104,960,032$495,000$664,304
28698Zionville, NC 2869824.6 mi7$7,355,719$464,950$1,050,817

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in NEWLAND, NC 28657?

As of February 2026, there are 71 active listings in NEWLAND, NC (zip code 28657), compared to 42 the prior year.

What is the median home price in NEWLAND, NC 28657?

The median listing price in NEWLAND, NC 28657 is $496,500 as of February 2026, a 19.8% increase from $414,373 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in NEWLAND, NC?

Homes in NEWLAND, NC 28657 spend an average of 130 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 62 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in NEWLAND, NC 28657?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, NEWLAND, NC 28657 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 29 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 130 days on market compared to 62 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in NEWLAND, NC?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in NEWLAND, NC 28657 save an estimated $9,930 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $496,500. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.