Leicester

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Welcome to Leicester

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Only 20 minutes to Downtown Asheville, Leicester is a beautiful area with many properties tucked away amongst the fields and mountains. Avid lovers of nature are moving here based on the proximity to mountain trails and the outstanding mountain views.

When we think of Leicester, we think of rolling hills, farm country, and peaceful rural living. On your way to Leicester stop in to Sawhorse restaurant for a bite to eat. Take a sunday drive and explore the unbelievable countryside and mountain views in Sandy Mush. This area is ideal for homesteading. Cattle are abundant. There are beautiful neighborhoods tucked away in Leicester like Whisper Mountain and Blue Mist Farms. While offering privacy and the country  living experience, Leicester is only a short drive to downtown Asheville but on the way you’ll find anything you could need. Great grocery stores, restaurants, gas, and even everyday conveniences like Dunkin’ Donuts. It’s the perfect blend of country living and practical daily life.

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With the Blue Ridge Parkway 20 minutes away, you have access to over a hundred trails with varying difficulties and views.

Featured Listing

36 Brooks Branch Road
Leicester, NC 28748
$649,500

For the first time, this cherished one-owner family property is available, offering breathtaking mountain views and the option for additional pasture. Awaken to sunrises that stop you in your tracks. Where deer and wild turkeys wander. Inside, enjoy a new kitchen for cooking and gathering, complemented by a covered back patio off the formal dining room. All bathrooms have been fully updated, and the primary suite opens to a new private deck; the perfect place to take in the mountain horizon in solitude. Natural light fills the living spaces, while a fully finished basement apartment with new kitchen and bonus room adds versatility for multi-generational living, guest quarters, or income-producing short-term rentals. Two attached garages and a workshop. Outside, the land invites possibility. Open fields, big sky, room for gardens, livestock, or additional homes. Nestled in peaceful Leicester. Minutes from Asheville yet a world away, this property is more than a home. It’s a rare legacy, ready for its next chapter.

Homes for Sale in Leicester

129 Quiet Woods Drive
$624,999
Subdivision: Whispering Pines
4417531
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Discover the perfect blend of modern comfort, privacy, and convenience in this beautiful new-construction home at 129 Quiet Woods Drive. Thoughtfully designed with space and versatility in mind, this home offers 3 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a bonus room that can easily serve as a home office, playroom, or whatever best fits your lifestyle. Nestled in a quiet, private neighborhood in Leicester, the home offers a peaceful retreat while still being just a short drive from Asheville shopping and dining. The photos have been virtually staged, and the grass has been virtually created to showcase the home’s potential and presentation.

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4417531
Price:$624,999
SqFt:2225
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:3 full, 1 half
Acreage:0.91
Year Built:2026
Type:Single Family Residence

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Listing courtesy of: Keller Williams Professionals - violetadariy@kw.com

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Data updated September 15, 2026.

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