Leicester
Newfound RdWelcome to Leicester
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
Leicester, NC 28748
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
97 Misty Ridge Lane $239,500 Subdivision: Country Place  | Back to Property List | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Enjoy the best of both worlds at 97 Misty Ridge Lane—a **3-bedroom, 2-bath home on half an acre for under $250,000**, offering peaceful mountain living with convenient access to Asheville! Situated on approximately 0.52 acres in Leicester, this 1,219-square-foot home provides comfortable, single-level living surrounded by mature trees and a naturally wooded setting. The functional floor plan keeps everything on one level, including all three bedrooms, two full baths, kitchen, living area, and laundry. Outside, the spacious lot offers room to garden, entertain, enjoy the outdoors, or simply relax and take in the quiet surroundings. Located approximately 20 minutes from Downtown Asheville, you'll have easy access to local restaurants, shopping, breweries, entertainment, and the River Arts District. The Biltmore Estate, Blue Ridge Parkway, hiking trails, and endless Western North Carolina outdoor recreation are also within easy driving distance. If you're looking for an Asheville-area home with a little more breathing room without sacrificing convenience, 97 Misty Ridge Lane is ready for its next chapter. Schedule your showing and come see the possibilities this Leicester property has to offer! | Basic Information
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