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

25 New Morning Place
$659,000
Subdivision: Mountain View Acres
4356368
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Welcome to 25 New Morning Place, where the views truly never end. Set on 1.02 beautifully landscaped acres, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,218 square feet of comfortable main-level living and showcases breathtaking long-range mountain views from nearly every room. Designed to capture the surrounding scenery, the home features expansive windows, a vaulted ceiling, and a cozy fireplace, creating a warm and inviting living space filled with natural light and dramatic vistas. The upgraded kitchen is ideal for both entertaining and everyday living, complete with granite countertops, a Viking range and hood, and generous workspace. The main-level primary suite offers the ease of true one-level living, featuring a private ensuite bath and peaceful mountain outlooks—an ideal retreat at the end of the day. Two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom are also located on the main level, providing flexibility for family or guests. A separate home office and convenient half bath are thoughtfully positioned away from the bedrooms, creating a quiet and functional space for work or study. Step outside to enjoy the expansive deck, patio, and beautifully landscaped grounds, the perfect setting to relax, entertain, and take in the panoramic mountain backdrop. The home also features a large unfinished basement with a garage, workshop area, and abundant storage, offering excellent expansion potential for additional living space, a recreation room, or hobby area. A Generac whole-house generator adds peace of mind and reliability year-round. Located just 10 miles from vibrant downtown Asheville, you’ll enjoy easy access to award-winning dining, arts, and outdoor recreation while returning home to the serenity of mountain living. This exceptional property offers a rare combination of privacy, convenience, and unforgettable mountain views.

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Basic Information

Status:Under Contract - Show
MLS#:4356368
Price:$659,000
SqFt:2218
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:2 full, 1 half
Acreage:1.02
Year Built:1991
Type:Single Family Residence

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Listing courtesy of: Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty - chris@mymosaicrealty.com

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