Swannanoa

North Carolina

Welcome to Swannanoa

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Hidden amongst Appalachian peaks you’ll find Swannanoa, located in eastern Buncombe County between Asheville and Black Mountain. Swannanoa is perfectly located in close proximity to the arts and entertainment of Black Mountain and Asheville while maintaining some distance for a calmer way of life.

The Swannanoa River flows through the Swannanoa Valley of the region of Western North Carolina, and is a major tributary to the French Broad River.

After completing the Grove Park Inn on Sunset Mountain, around 1905, E.W. Grove became interested in purchasing land in the Swannanoa area for the purpose of creating his own village.

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For more information on the history of Swannanoa, you can visit the Swannanoa Valley Museum and History Center.

Swannanoa offers several trails for hiking. Check out Warren Wilson River Trail – it’s a local favorite! There are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Swannanoa. The public schools in Swannanoa are highly rated and there are several private school options nearby. 

Featured Listing: 

60 Riddle Road
Swannanoa, NC 28778
$245,000

Welcome to 60 Riddle Road in Swannanoa, where a charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow sits on more than 3 quarters of an acre in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains. This little home offers the opportunity to embrace simple living without giving up outdoor space. Enjoy morning coffee on your covered porch overlooking unrestricted land. Spend afternoons tending vegetable gardens, and evenings enjoying the peaceful surroundings. For those drawn to homesteading, gardening, sustainable living, or a more intentional lifestyle, this property offers a wonderful canvas for your vision. Whether you envision a cozy full-time home, a mountain retreat, short term rental investment, or the beginnings of your own small-scale homestead, 60 Riddle Road invites you to imagine. Main-level ramp access complements the home’s convenient single-story floor plan. There are no rental restrictions. offering flexibility for personal or future use. Location brings the best of both worlds, secluded yet connected. 15 minutes to Asheville, 13 minutes to Black Mountain, 3 minutes to Warren Wilson College, 10 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway, 15 minutes to the Biltmore House. Closeby to Beacon Bike Park, with a planned public opening in Winter 2026 the park will host community green spaces, a walking track, playground, pavilions, a world-class bike park, bouldering walls, and an event lawn. Bring your plans, your creative ideas, and your vision. No damage from Helene.

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Homes for Sale in Swannanoa

124 Lytle Cove Road
$499,000
Subdivision:
4313522
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This unique Swannanoa property offers two homes on one parcel—a rare opportunity with versatile living potential. The main residence features a flexible layout with upper-level living and a fully equipped lower-level suite complete with its own kitchen, den, bedroom, and bath—perfect for extended living or private guest space. A second home on the property provides an additional 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. Whether you’re looking to live in one home and rent the other, bring family closer, or add a strong income-producing property to your portfolio, this property offers flexibility and long-term value rarely found in the area.

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4313522
Price:$499,000
SqFt:2448
Bedrooms:6
Bathrooms:4 full
Acreage:1
Year Built:1998
Type:Single Family Residence
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Listing courtesy of: Coldwell Banker Advantage - jaclyn@cbawest.com

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Data updated October 14, 2026.

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