Willow Bend, East Flat Rock, NC
Willow Bend — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Willow Bend, East Flat Rock, North Carolina. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) licensing database.
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Willow Bend Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Willow Bend is a quiet, residential neighborhood in the community of East Flat Rock, North Carolina. It offers a peaceful, suburban atmosphere with convenient access to the amenities of the larger Hendersonville area and the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features single-family homes, often on spacious, wooded lots. With a median home value of approximately $330,100, Willow Bend provides a relatively affordable entry point into the desirable Henderson County housing market.
Schools & Education
Residents are served by the highly-regarded Henderson County Public Schools system. Students typically attend East Flat Rock Elementary, Flat Rock Middle, and East Henderson High School, all located within a short drive of the neighborhood.
Parks & Recreation
Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate the proximity to the Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site and the trails at Jackson Park. The nearby DuPont State Recreational Forest and Pisgah National Forest offer world-class hiking and waterfalls for weekend adventures.
Local Dining & Shopping
Daily needs are met at nearby grocery stores and shops along Upward Road. For dining and more extensive shopping, residents have easy access to the restaurants and boutiques in downtown Hendersonville, just a few minutes north.
Who Lives Here
Willow Bend attracts a mix of families, professionals, and retirees seeking a calm setting. The neighborhood has a median household income of around $68,873, reflecting a stable, middle-to-upper-middle class community.
Willow Bend Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $330K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $939/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $69K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 79.3% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 20.7% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 5.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Balanced | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 28739 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Willow Bend, East Flat Rock
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: North Carolina Real Estate Commission (NCREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-16