28786 — Waynesville, NC Home Values
Typical home value $342,016 as of August 2026 · 30th of 34 in Asheville, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28786, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28786 compares in the Asheville, NC area
ZIP code 28786 (Waynesville, NC) has a typical home value of $342,016 as of August 2026, ranking 30th of 34 ZIP codes tracked in the Asheville, NC area, more expensive than about 15% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -3.5% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +19.5%, from $286,091 in August 2021 to $342,016 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 16.3× the annual rent ($1,749/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Asheville, NC forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Asheville.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 28786 has a population of 22,153, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 92.2% White, 4.2% Hispanic or Latino, 1.9% two or more races, 1.3% Black or African American, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.2% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Central Haywood High | 62 Joy Lane, Waynesville, NC | 1.7 mi |
| Waynesville Middle | 495 Brown Ave, Waynesville, NC | 1.7 mi |
| Hazelwood Elementary | 1111 Plott Creek Road, Waynesville, NC | 1.8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 28786?
$342,016 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28786 an expensive ZIP code in the Asheville, NC area?
28786 ranks 30th of 34 ZIP codes in the Asheville, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 15% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28786 changed over the past year?
-3.5% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 28786?
The typical home price is 16.3× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,749/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 28786?
22,153, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28786?
Central Haywood High (1.7 mi), Waynesville Middle (1.7 mi), Hazelwood Elementary (1.8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 28786?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Asheville, NC forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.