Nick is Rated the Top Agent in Asheville, NC for So Many Reasons - and our five star review on both our homes purchased with him are just TWO! You could not ask for a better partner, expert and friend through the largest purchase(s) of your life and we feel so blessed to have worked with him so closely for a few years now - Nick is an ACE - he is grounded, responsive, knowledgeable, and gives great advice. He is patient, flexible, and resourced. He is no pressure, super negotiator, and always looking out for his clients best interest. He was our eyes and ears on the ground with facetime walkthroughs of properties, and seamlessly transitioning through COVID and multiple issues on our several potential properties until we ultimately closed on our incredible dream home! He has been with us - calmly and collaboratively - through mortgage deals falling through, hellacious foundation issues, needing second appraisals, furniture acquisitions, two remote closes, and, of course, an ice storm. He was a delight and an easy and tremendous asset and team player for the entire dream come true! I also have to shout out to his incredible, irreplaceable, tireless and superb assistant Renee Oullette who is an expert in her own right and goes above and beyond in all her work researching neighboring properties, sending photos of nearby eyesores we were unaware of, or advising us on different locations in addition to working all hours and being so enthusiastic all along the way! They all recommended highly our ultimate favorite mortgage broker ever Sarah Leone of Union Home and secured us a 3% rate and helped us qualify where others had backed out - Nick, Renee, Sarah and her team all worked tirelessly for our dreams and we are so IMPRESSED, GRATEFUL, and ENTHUSIASTIC about them all! read more

We worked with Nick and Renee to buy our home in Hendersonville, and we can't say enough good things about them! We were moving back to the east coast after living in out west for a few years, and the whole process of a cross-country move was very daunting. From our first conversation with Nick and Renee, we knew they were the kind of people we wanted to work with! We loved their clear communication and how they made us feel supported the entire way, even from a distance. They make such a great team and bring complementary skills to the table that really set them apart from any other agents we've worked with. Nick was supportive and knew all the logistics, he even gave us a pep talk when we were feeling stressed! Renee instantly understood what we wanted in a home, and would send us listings that were perfect matches. We loved that they were local and knew the area really well - they were able to give us valuable insight into the different neighborhoods and provide local business recommendations. They were amazing communicators throughout the entire process, always taking the time to explain things and answer any questions we had. The level of service we got made us feel like we were their only clients - even though we know they were busy with others! We also loved their emphasis on community. Since we are new to the area, they offered to connect us with their other clients, and they even donate a portion of their proceeds to a local charity. Honestly, they're the gold standard for real estate because they take the time and effort to get to know you, build trust, and steer the process towards what home buying should be all about - feeling at home! read more

This is lengthy but worth it. Bottom line - Nick is the greatest! We came to NC from AZ about seven years ago to"scope" out Asheville. We knew this was the area we wanted to live after retirement. My wife read the realtor reviews on Yelp and chose Nick Hinton due to the positive feedback. Over the course of the next few years we flew back about four times in week increments to look for a home. Each time Nick met with us and spent time showing homes all over the western part of NC. Finally the day came when we packed our bags and moved to an appt. in Asheville to seriously find a home. Together with his assistant Renee (who now has her realtor license), Nick provided knowledgeable assistance in defining the areas, the market, regional conditions, real estate laws, home inspection and legal preparations for title and deed. Once we found potential homes to make an offer I felt a close bond to Nick and his team who demonstrated that they were closely supporting me as a client with my interest at the forefront of this major purchase. When we found a place Nick and his team led me through every step with the inspector, lawyers and seller's realtor. He even connected me with a contractor to validate the inspector's findings which helped me when making the offer for the sale. I highly recommend Nick and Renee. They are both knowledgeable about the industry, friendly, hard working and will work to meet your needs when looking for a home. If you want a realtor who is on your side during the entire process look no further. read more

I wholeheartedly recommend Nick Hinton Realty--Nick represented us as buyers in 2020 and sellers in 2023. Even with the recent changes in the market, we closed with a truly impressive deal on our recent home sale. I think the way we achieved this was how Nick and team marketed the property (which we didn't see anyone else doing as we searched for houses in another market): - We had a full home inspection done before listing, which allowed us to get ahead of any issues and was provided with the listing. This allowed buyers to make an informed offer from the start - Our home would benefit from a bathroom and kitchen remodel - Nick had a trusted contractor provide a quote for each as well as renderings. The renderings were printed and available at showings and when requested, we could tell buyers approx how much it would cost to update - Nick had in-house design services that helped us stage our home with what we already had Nick and Renee also handled inevitable challenges with grace and are just generally good people who are a pleasure to work with. I recommend them without reservation! read more

We moved here from Montana and had to handle a lot of the process over the phone and texting. I can't begin to tell you how professional, responsive and friendly Nick is. He and Renee were right on top of everything from beginning to end. Add to it shopping for a house during the Corona Virus and it was a stressful situation but Nick and Renee took care of us like we were their only clients. It felt like we had a personal concierge to handle everything for us. When we got to Asheville to look at houses Nick took two days driving us all over the area to make sure he helped us pick the right house in the right neighborhood. When we moved here he and Renee even got us in touch with some guys to help us unload and move in. We're both so pleased with Nick and Renee ! If you need a realtor in the Asheville area you don't need to wonder who you should use, its Nick Hinton ! This guy is the perfect realtor. His staff is the perfect staff. They are the pinnacle of professionalism and personal attention. Thanks for everything ! You guys rocked it !! read more

My wife and I just closed on our first home. I am so glad I had not only Nick, but Tommy and Renee on our side as well. The entire Hinton Realty Group team helped us navigate the process of buying our first home. I believe it is extremely important to have an agent representing you who can give it to you straight. When we would look at a potential house, Nick was right there with us inspecting, evaluating the quality of the property, and assessing possible issues or areas of the house we could improve. At the end of the day, no one has their finger on the pulse of the real estate market more so than your agent. I think the objective of finding a real estate agent to represent you is to have someone who can sort through all the information (and there is a lot of information being thrown at you as a buyer) and give you clear, direct answers to whatever questions you have. If you're looking for a firm which can live up to the aforementioned requirements, then Hinton Realty Group is the way to go! read more

Knowledgeable, kind, family-friendly and just an overall great team to have on our side during our Asheville home search. After some time exploring the world, I'm bringing my family back to call the mountains I grew up in home. In my search for a realtor, I was seeking someone who would be transparent and bring me up to speed on the current state of the area, recognizing a lot has changed in 20 years. Nick was honest about what we should expect in the current market at the price-point we had in mind in and proved to be incredibly knowledgeable across the areas we were interested in. When we found the right house and property, Nick and Renee wrote up our offer quickly and negotiated a great price (working in some stellar perks from the seller). They navigated us through the entire closing process and communicated directly where they could to ease the process on our end. We are so grateful to The Hinton Realty Group for helping us find what we hope will be our home for many, many years to come! read more

From start to finish, my wife and I were super grateful to have Nick Hinton of Carolina Green Realty as our agent. Nick was very helpful in sorting out our priorities for the home we wanted, and diligent and responsive in sharing listings that fit those requirements. Nick was quick to reply to our questions and stayed in touch throughout the process. As first time buyers, Nick went the extra mile in educating us on the details of the process, which made all of the new information a lot less overwhelming than expected. Citing his own personal experience with buying a home, we got the sense that his primary concern was making sure we found a place we loved, not just making commission. Thanks to this extra work, the process of buying a house was a lot less stressful than experienced friends and family made it out to be. Thanks to Nick, we found a house that we love and feel great to have had someone guide us through the complex details and inevitable hiccups that arise. read more

My husband and I have dreamed of living in Asheville for many years. Nick and Renée helped make that dream come true! With a small timeframe to find and buy a house, Nick got us on the schedule for showings immediately when we got into town. And boom, it only took the third house on the first day of looking to find the winner! Nick and Renée worked quickly to get the offer in and to provide us with additional information about the house when we requested it late in the evening. If there were any hitches in the process for them, they didn't show it. They kept their game faces on and got the deal done for us, which we are so grateful for! Nick and Renée are knowledgeable, responsive, and super down to earth and easy to work with. We can't recommend them highly enough! read more

Buying our first home seemed daunting and frankly terrifying from the outset, but working with Nick was easily the smartest decision we made in the entire process. His depth of knowledge regarding the Asheville area housing market, as well as his attentiveness to our needs, his responsiveness, flexibility, and overall kindness made our endeavor into home ownership a breeze. He walked us through each step of the process, from the search, the financing, the bid, the negotiation, the contracts, the inspection, all the way to the closing, ensuring our confidence and understanding the entire way. We couldn't have imagined a better experience, and we recommend Nick wholeheartedly. read more

Nick was amazing! We had something really specific in mind for our vacation condo in Asheville and didn't think it existed within our price point, but Nick delivered!! He was honest and laid back, and we instantly trusted him to point us in the right direction. Nick was super patient when we did a 360 and started looking at properties that were far from what our original plan had been. He helped us explore other options while continuing to steer us back to our goal, and we ended up with the perfect condo in our original area and price point. Throughout the process, Nick's team went out of their way to make the process super smooth! Highly recommend!!! read more

We literally spent several years looking for the right place. During our search, our requirements changed. As a result, we looked at many different types of properties. Nick was so patient and incredibly helpful throughout the process. Nick knows Asheville and the surrounding area extremely well. He is very in touch with the real estate market. We valued his honesty and expertise when looking at homes. We ultimately found the house of our dreams. When we did, Nick went above and beyond assisting with due diligence issues. Had it not been for Nick, I think we would have given up on our quest for our Asheville forever home. read more

My husband and I were scoping out Asheville, Savannah and Charleston as places to buy a vacation home. though I don't think we will be landing in Asheville, Nick was excellent to work with. Before we even set foot in Asheville, he sent us a questionnaire of what we were looking for, what we like to do, etc. Then he forwarded house that met our parameter. We had a conference call prior to our visit to reiterate our goals. So when we came in for a couple of days, he was ready to show us houses. He was a good listener so that he better targeted our prospective homes. I defintely recommend working with Nick. read more

I highly recommend using a small local firm when choosing a realtor. Nick Hinton was patient, thorough and guided me through the entire process step by step. As a first time home buyer with a busy schedule, the home buying process seemed overwhelming but Nick helped me every step of the way. After the home purchase Nick continued to help with repairs and loose ends when he did not have to as the sale was complete. Working with agent Nick Hinton of Carolina Green Realty was like dealing with a friend. Whatever your budget, I highly recommend Nick Hinton to anyone looking for their dream home. read more

Nick responded to our "More about this property" request almost instantly thus taking on the challenge of assisting us in our search for the right home in Asheville, NC. He is attentive and patient; he explained the buying process, advised us about and guided us around the area. He demonstrated his expertise when he addressed our concerns and questions, and eased the inevitable stress that comes with searching for and ultimately buying a new home. Nick Hinton is a knowledgeable and professional realtor that we readily recommend whether you are buying or selling property. read more

We heard about Nick from a mutual friend but even without that added credibility, his skill and personality would have gained our trust immediately. His working closely with the mortgage company we also used made the entire process feel smooth. As first time home buyers, we were often concerned or curious and for every question we had Nick was sure to get back to us incredibly quickly every single time with a satisfying answer. His facility of judgement was so useful to us because we could be confident that we were being looked out for. Nick is a good guy. read more

I highly recommend working with Nick Hinton. Not only is he extremely knowledgable when it comes to home-buying process, he also goes above and beyond to find a house that fits what you want. I am new to the area and am so grateful to have found a real estate agent I can trust. Nick is patient and he actually cares about making sure you are happy with your decision. And when you've made a decision on a house, he'll make sure you're getting the best deal possible. If you're looking for the best real estate agent in Asheville, Nick's your guy. read more

I highly recommend Nick Hinton! He was wonderful! As first time home buyers, my husband and I relied heavily on Nick's expertise to understand the process and all it entailed. He was incredibly patient with our many questions and worked diligently to make our offer competitive and help us get our dream of homeownership realized! Nick also worked closely with our mortgage lender and made sure that we were taken care of on that end and that there weren't any unnecessary delays. We are so pleased with our experience and Nick is the reason! read more

Nick was not only a phenomenal agent, he was also my #1 advocate during the entire process. He and his team gave me a great array of thoughtfully selected homes, each one was clearly chosen with my criteria in mind. He was always ready to answer any questions or concerns I had, and went to bat for me at every turn. As a first time home-buyer, I was nervous and second guessing myself at every corner some days, and Nick made sure to walk me through any scenario. I can't recommend Nick enough to anyone looking to buy a home!! read more