The Hendersonville/Asheville region and surrounding counties have all experienced increases in home sales so far in 2021. This is good news for the area, particularly given the economic climate of this past year.
Add to that a low inventory of homes, and Realtors® have had their work cut out for them finding area homes for clients.
Despite these issues, there was no winter slump – far from it. The strong seller’s market ensured home sales showed marked increases in all areas across the region. That continues to be good news for the Henderson County real estate market.
Our region has enjoyed significant sales increases across the board. And just as in previous years, metro Asheville dwellings remain in high demand. But affordability continues to be an issue that will need to be addressed. Buncombe County as a whole also experienced an upward trajectory of home sales statistics. As in the city of Asheville, low inventory is a concern. In Henderson, Haywood, and Madison Counties, the story is much the same with higher prices, more closings than last year, and fewer days on the market.
These trends are expected to last well into 2021, despite a dwindling supply of homes to buy and steadily decreasing affordability. The challenge remains for Realtors® in this vibrant housing market to match potential buyers with desirable homes. And it isn’t just our area reporting increases in sales. Nationwide, the seller’s market trend continues to rise.
For data on pertinent measures, read this recent article published in the Smoky Mountain News. There you will find data specific to each region, as well as other relevant information on November’s statistics and projections into the current year.