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HORSE SHOE, NC 28742

Real Estate Market Report
Balanced Market
February 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

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

The HORSE SHOE, NC real estate market (28742) currently shows 20 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 117 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 117 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

The median listing price has fallen 22.6% year-over-year, from $1,737,000 to $1,345,000.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 3,000  ·  Density: 25.0/mi²  ·  Median household income: $79,904

Typical home value: $289,763  ·  Homeownership: 87.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
20
⇩ 33.3% vs 30 last year
Pending
5
25% pending ratio
Median Price
$1,345,000
⇩ 22.6% vs $1,737,000 last year
Average Price
$1,159,857
⇩ 16.6% vs $1,390,060 last year
Days on Market
117
⇧ 28.6% vs 91 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$426
⇩ 5.5% vs $451/sqft last year
Median Home Size
2,877 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 20 this year vs 30 last year
  • Days on market: 117 now vs 91 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $1,345,000 (-22.6% YoY)
  • Average: $1,159,857 (-16.6% 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 18.3 miles — 1,329 listings ($1,103,835,790 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
28742Horse Shoe, NC 287420.0 mi25$27,157,425$1,337,400$1,086,297
28729Etowah, NC 287296.0 mi20$10,039,000$457,000$501,950
28768Pisgah Forest, NC 287687.0 mi38$35,013,314$590,000$921,403
28715Candler, NC 287158.7 mi117$75,390,939$499,000$644,367
28739Hendersonville, NC 2873910.6 mi190$136,820,140$559,000$720,106
28803Asheville, NC 2880312.0 mi219$234,888,669$579,000$1,072,551
28806Asheville, NC 2880612.4 mi230$129,346,020$482,450$562,374
28801Asheville, NC 2880114.8 mi102$106,552,668$861,950$1,044,634
28718Cedar Mountain, NC 2871815.9 mi9$7,167,996$385,000$796,444
28790Zirconia, NC 2879016.2 mi21$20,237,448$857,400$963,688
28731Flat Rock, NC 2873117.2 mi77$57,640,198$587,450$748,574
28805Asheville, NC 2880518.1 mi109$69,920,121$529,000$641,469
28804Asheville, NC 2880418.3 mi172$193,661,852$787,000$1,125,941

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in HORSE SHOE, NC 28742?

As of February 2026, there are 20 active listings in HORSE SHOE, NC (zip code 28742), compared to 30 the prior year.

What is the median home price in HORSE SHOE, NC 28742?

The median listing price in HORSE SHOE, NC 28742 is $1,345,000 as of February 2026, a 22.6% decrease from $1,737,000 the prior year.

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

Homes in HORSE SHOE, NC 28742 spend an average of 117 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 91 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in HORSE SHOE, NC 28742?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of February 2026, HORSE SHOE, NC 28742 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 10 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 117 days on market compared to 91 days last year.

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

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in HORSE SHOE, NC 28742 save an estimated $26,900 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $1,345,000. 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.