Local Roots Realty

10/15/2026

Hey Buncombe County neighbors: early voting for the 2026 General Election begins today, Thursday, October 15, and runs through Saturday, October 31.

You can vote at any of the county’s 13 early voting locations. Weekday hours are 8 a.m.–7:30 p.m.; weekend hours vary. Same-day registration is available during early voting, too.

Check the schedule, locations, and wait times before you go: https://www.buncombenc.gov/216/Early-Voting

Voting is the foundation stone of political action. - Martin Luther King

10/13/2026

Asheville real estate brief
October 13, 2026
The market is cooling locally while financing tightens. Tuesday’s City Council meeting also contains several consequential—but not yet approved—housing and land-use decisions.
1. More listings are taking longer to sell
September’s Asheville-metro data, show month over month active listings +1.7% while median days on market are +5 days. September market time was 9.45% longer than a year earlier.

Meanwhile, Freddie Mac’s national 30-year average rose from 7.28% to 7.40% on October 8. On a $400,000, 30-year loan, that one-week increase adds approximately $33 a month in principal and interest. Sellers now face both growing competition and another reduction in financed buyers’ purchasing power. An older listing may need a meaningful price correction or a lender-priced concession—not merely refreshed photos or marketing.

2. Costco advances, but it is not approved yet
On October 7, Asheville’s Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended the revised Enka Costco conditional zoning. The proposal includes a roughly 168,000-square-foot warehouse, 32 fuel pumps and 914 parking spaces. City Council has the final public hearing and vote scheduled for October 13. Approval would strengthen Enka/Candler’s retail draw and could influence traffic patterns and nearby commercial activity.

3. A significant housing package is scheduled for Tuesday
These remain proposals until Council acts October 13:
* Acceptance of $6 million for the Right at Home initiative, designed to provide rapid financial assistance and case management before households become homeless.
* Final local approval of a HOME-ARP amendment that would broaden rental assistance and supportive services.
* Approval of up to $9.75 million in revenue bonds for 319-B Biltmore, a planned 112-unit affordable family development. The agenda states that the City would have no financial obligation on the bonds.
* A final rezoning hearing for Asheville Habitat for Humanity’s proposed 23 affordable homes—18 attached and five detached—at Tried Street and West Chapel Road.

Together, these actions would support homelessness prevention, affordable rentals and affordable ownership

10/12/2026

10/09/2026

A note from your friendly real estate advisor:

This weekend’s rainfall is going to coincide with a healthy amount of freshly fallen leaves. Clogged gutters and poor drainage are common causes of below-grade water intrusion, so take a few minutes to check things before the rain begins.

• Clear leaves and debris from gutters, drains and culverts
• Make sure downspouts are carrying water away from the foundation
• Check that your sump pump and dehumidifier are working
• Move anything important off basement or garage floors
• Bring in loose items from the porch and yard
• Charge your phone and locate your flashlights

A little attention now could prevent a much larger problem later. Stay dry this weekend.

10/08/2026

SOLD | 29 Mildred Avenue

Peggy recently helped her clients purchase this 1927 bungalow in West Asheville.

Finding the house is only one part of buying a home. Peggy brings patience, close attention and a steady hand to everything that comes after—from asking the right questions to keeping the details moving toward closing.

We’re very happy for her clients and hope they feel at home here for a long time.

Buyer represented by Peggy Pinter
Local Roots Realty

09/15/2026

This renovation comes with receipts.

340 School Rd wasn't simply made to look good for the market. It was renovated by a licensed and insured builder, permitted, inspected and finished with attention to the details you see — and the ones you don't.

New roof. New HVAC. New kitchen and baths. Water and sewer lines replaced to the street. Fresh survey. Full inspection. Warranties. Documentation.

We've assembled the due-diligence package so you can understand what you're buying before you buy it. Honestly, even before you pay a single contract fee.

Permitted. Inspected. Documented. Impeccable down to the details.

Come see for yourself at our Open House on Sunday, October 11, 2-4p or DM to schedule a private showing.

340 School Rd, Asheville, 28806
Malvern Hills | West Asheville
Now $675,000
MLS #4418622

07/09/2026

This porch found its people.

42 Cedar Street is officially under contract after just 2 days on the market.

Peggy Pinter listed the home, hosted a busy open house, navigated multiple offers, and helped bring the sellers a strong result with steady guidance from start to finish. Grateful to help another Asheville neighbor take the next step.

Thinking about selling? Local strategy matters. Reach out to Local Roots Realty. Peggy Pinter

07/08/2026

Kind words from clients mean a lot to a small, independent brokerage.

If you have worked with Local Roots Realty and had a good experience, we would be grateful for a Google review. Reviews help future clients understand what it is like to work with us, and they help a local business like ours continue to grow through trust, referrals, and community support.

Thank you for being part of our work in Asheville real estate. Cheers :)

https://g.page/r/CbILYQNubcKVEAI/review

07/07/2026

Meet Peggy Pinter.

Peggy brings a rare mix of local market knowledge, investment experience, and practical property insight to every client she serves. With years of experience buying, selling, remodeling, and managing rentals in Asheville, she understands both the emotional and financial sides of real estate and helps people make clear, grounded decisions.

She is steady, thoughtful, and deeply committed to doing the work well. Peggy takes her clients’ goals seriously, pays attention to the details, and brings real value to every transaction.

We are grateful to have her as part of the Local Roots Realty team.

Thinking about buying, selling, or evaluating an investment property in Asheville? Peggy would be a great place to start.

Reach out to connect.

05/07/2026

Spring in Asheville means fresh starts. Start your move with clear goals and local insight from trusted experts.