Janet E. Oppenheimer, Real Estate Broker Nest Realty, Asheville, NC

09/23/2026

Prepping your house to sell this fall and not sure where to focus? Start where buyers do-at the curb. Their last few seconds out front of your house shapes how buyers feel about the rest of the house.
A few simple touches make a big difference.
1. Freshen up the front door with a new coat of paint
2. Touch up your landscaping or bring in seasonal flowers
3. Sweep the walkways
4. Clean the gutters
5. Make sure the path to the door is well lit
A very good agent with an eye for detail knows what today's buyers will notice, and which touch ups are worth your time. I have the eye for details like this - both on the outside and the inside. So let's connect and get your house ready to turn heads this fall!
If you are looking to either sell or buy in the Asheville Western North Carolina area, please let me know what you need. I am here to help!
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09/05/2026

Have a happy and safe Labor Day weekend!

08/31/2026

Visit the link to the Nest blog post to read the full report! 🏞️
asheville.nestrealty.com/blog/2026-mid-year-market-report

Halfway through 2026, the Western North Carolina housing market is settling into a more balanced pace. Inventory across Buncombe, Haywood, and Henderson counties has grown year-over-year, giving buyers more options while keeping overall pricing stable.
Mortgage rates remain in the mid-to-high 6% range, but buyer activity has held steady, and well-priced homes are still drawing strong interest. Compared to the intense competition of recent years, buyers now have more room to compare properties and make informed decisions.

Conditions vary by county. Henderson remains the most competitive, still leaning toward sellers, while Buncombe and Haywood have moved toward more balanced markets. Luxury sales continue to shape pricing trends, especially in Buncombe. Pricing has grown more localized too: Buncombe and Haywood are seeing continued upward pressure on median prices, while Henderson has softened slightly as inventory has expanded.

Overall, the market looks healthier and more normalized than in recent years. Buyers have gained more negotiating power and time to decide, while sellers who price strategically and present their homes well are still achieving strong results. Today's buyers are more selective and thoughtful preparation matters more than ever.

As Your Trusted Mountain Community Advisor I am here to help your buying or selling experience in the Asheville/WNC area go smoothly! Contact me by scanning the QR code for my email and mobile #. Let me know how I can help!

07/21/2026

06/04/2026

It was an absolute pleasure working on my client's fabulous property. 8 Fernlawn was an important part of their family's story and legacy for many years. Congrats to the new owners who will continue the Redwood Forest story and wish them many years of happiness there.
If you’re thinking about buying or selling in Western North Carolina, I’d love to help.

05/08/2026

Two days on market. Multiple offers. Under contract. This is a testament to good strategy & planning, following the market trends and keeping perspective on both buyers and sellers needs. Everyone wins!

02/19/2026

I am so proud and happy to have been a part of my client's search and discovery journey in finding the 'just right' historic home in Asheville. If you are on a journey to find that perfect property or looking to sell your home as part of a life transition feel free to reach out to me and we'll talk!

02/16/2026

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