December 2025 Market Update | NC High Country Real Estate Update
As we close out another remarkable year in the Blue Ridge Mountains, the December 2025 Market Report | NC High Country Real Estate Update reveals a season full of movement, momentum, and meaningful shifts across Alleghany, Ashe, Avery, and Watauga counties. Whether you’re a seller watching the market with anticipation or a buyer waiting for the perfect opportunity, December’s numbers paint a compelling picture of what’s unfolding in the High Country.
The month closed with 175 residential sales including single-family, condos, and townhomes for a combined $109.9 million. Even amid the holiday season, buyers remained active, and the regional market upheld its strong reputation for steady demand.
🌎 National Snapshot: December 2025 Market Report | NC High Country Real Estate Update
Nationally, the December 2025 Market Report | NC High Country Real Estate Update aligns with data from the National Association of REALTORS®. In November, pending home sales rose 3.3% month-over-month and 2.6% year-over-year, marking the strongest performance in nearly three years.
NAR’s Chief Economist Lawrence Yun noted that buyer momentum is building despite seasonal slowdowns an encouraging sign as we head into 2026. Additionally, 22% of REALTORS® expect buyer activity to increase in the next three months.
Even with tight inventory nationwide, optimism is returning to the market.
🏡 Inventory Trends: December 2025 Market Report | NC High Country Real Estate Update
Inventory levels across the four High Country counties saw notable shifts in December.
Key Highlights:
- 768 active residential listings
- Inventory down 18.8% from November
- 114 new listings, a 28.8% decrease month-over-month
- Resulting 4.4-month supply of homes
Lower inventory means buyers faced more competition, while sellers enjoyed a market still leaning in their favor.
🌄 Land Market Activity: December 2025 Market Report | NC High Country Real Estate Update
Land sales continue to play an essential role in the High Country market.
December 2025 Land Overview:
- 47 land sales
- Median sale price: $68,250 (down 17.3%)
- 1,224 active land listings
- 64 new listings added
- 26-month supply of inventory
Though pricing dipped, long-term interest in mountain land and its investment potential remains strong.
🏬 Commercial Overview: December 2025 Market Report | NC High Country Real Estate Update
The commercial sector remained stable, with:
- 39 active listings
- 1 closed commercial sale in Ashe County totaling $350,000
The High Country’s commercial growth continues steadily alongside tourism, hospitality, and service industries.
📍 County Breakdown: December 2025 Market Report | NC High Country Real Estate Update
⭐ Alleghany County
- 10 residential sales (down 16.7%)
- Median price: $345,000 (up 35.3%)
- 64 active listings, down 19%
- 9 new listings, down 35.7%
- Land: 4 sales, median $13,000, 229 active listings, 2 new listings
- 57.2-month supply of land
Alleghany showed strong median sales growth despite fewer closings.
⭐ Ashe County
- 37 residential sales (up 12.1%)
- Median price: $370,000 (down 9.8%)
- 146 active residential listings
- 25 new listings, down 43.2%
- Land: 13 sales, median $38,000
- 309 active land listings, 18 new listings
Ashe saw an increase in sales activity paired with a softening of pricing great for buyers entering the market.
⭐ Avery County
- 40 residential closings
- Median price: $563,000 (down 13.5%)
- 260 active residential listings, 37 new listings
- Land: 8 sales, median $65,363, down significantly
- 266 active land listings, 17 new listings
Avery’s demand remains consistent, especially in resort areas near Banner Elk, Beech Mountain, and Sugar Mountain.
⭐ Watauga County
- 88 closed residential sales (up 23.9%)
- Median price: $510,000 (down 17.1%)
- 298 active listings, 43 new listings
- Land: 22 sales, up 57.1%
- Median land price: $86,830, down 31%
- 421 active land listings, 27 new listings
Watauga showed impressive resilience with a major jump in residential and land transactions.
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CLHMS™ – Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist
ALHS – Accredited Luxury Home Specialist
ABR® – Accredited Buyer’s Representative
SRS® – Seller Representative Specialist
RENE – Real Estate Negotiation Expert
SPS – Strategic Pricing Specialist
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