Leicester

Newfound Rd

Welcome to Leicester

whisper mountain mountain view

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

2 Yellow Roses Lane
$300,000
Subdivision:
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Enjoy peaceful country living with mountain views just minutes from Asheville. This updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath Mobile home sits on over half an acre and features a bright, open layout with thoughtful upgrades throughout. The spacious kitchen offers updated cabinets, countertops, and appliances, flowing into a cozy den with fireplace and separate living area. A split-bedroom design ensures privacy, with a large primary suite and full laundry room. Skylights add natural light, and recent improvements include updated bathroom fixtures, and a newer roof. Conveniently located only 15 minutes from downtown and 10 minutes to West Asheville.

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4299999
Price:$300,000
SqFt:1904
Bedrooms:3
Bathrooms:2 full
Acreage:0.63
Year Built:1994
Type:Single Family Residence

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Listing courtesy of: Collective Realty LLC - 704-705-8008

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