28801 — Asheville, NC Home Values
Typical home value $564,889 as of June 2026 · 2nd of 34 in Asheville, NC
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 28801, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 28801 compares in the Asheville, NC area
ZIP code 28801 (Asheville, NC) has a typical home value of $564,889 as of June 2026, ranking 2nd of 34 ZIP codes tracked in the Asheville, NC area, more expensive than about 97% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved -2.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +17.7%, from $479,934 in June 2021 to $564,889 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 27.7× the annual rent ($1,702/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 28801 has a population of 13,580, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 69.4% White, 21.5% Black or African American, 4.7% two or more races, 2% Hispanic or Latino, 1.3% another race, 0.8% Asian, and 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain City Public Montessori | 27 Church Street, Asheville, NC | 0.3 mi |
| Montford North Star Academy | 90 Montford Ave, Asheville, NC | 0.3 mi |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary | 125 Hill Street, Asheville, NC | 0.4 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 28801?
$564,889 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 28801 an expensive ZIP code in the Asheville, NC area?
28801 ranks 2nd of 34 ZIP codes in the Asheville, NC area by typical home value, more expensive than about 97% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 28801 changed over the past year?
-2.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 28801?
The typical home price is 27.7× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,702/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 28801?
13,580, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 28801?
Mountain City Public Montessori (0.3 mi), Montford North Star Academy (0.3 mi), Isaac Dickson Elementary (0.4 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 28801?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 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.