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. 

We can find you a Mountain retreat in the Swannanoa valley.

Featured Listing: 

24 VERNON LANE
SWANNANOA, NC 28778
$535,000

Homesteaders, Developers, Dreamers, Investors, Visionaries! A remarkable opportunity awaits in the picturesque Swannanoa Valley of Western NC. This 2.6-acre parcel offers level terrain with public utilities and established landscaping. The ranch-style home features multiple decks, outbuildings, a chicken coop, ample outdoor spaces, and a thriving muscadine vineyard – an ideal sanctuary for livestock. Additional carports and outbuildings enhance the property. The daylight walkout basement includes a dry cedar sauna and half bath, with room for expansion. Perfectly situated with desirable zoning, adjacent to Asheville East KOA, and near Asheville and Black Mountain. Walkable to Owen Middle School and other nearby educational facilities such as Warren Wilson, Montreat, Artspace, and ACA. Proximity to hiking trails, parks, dining, markets, and outdoor pursuits. This could be a versatile homestead or a canvas for creating the neighborhood of your dreams.

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Homes for Sale in Swannanoa

40 Mintz Lane
$696,500
Subdivision:
4182780
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Significant price reduction on this great Swannanoa home, seated on more than 3 acres & located just minutes to Asheville or Black Mountain. This home is surrounded by trees for privacy and shade. The main level, which was recently and thoughtfully updated, features a Primary Bedroom w/en-suite bath, oversized custom shower, spacious walk-in closet & adjacent connected private office/studio space. The split bedroom floorplan includes a second Primary Bedroom & full bath. You'll appreciate the open concept living/dining/kitchen area. The kitchen has great quartzite tops & butcher block island, which was milled from lumber right on the property. The sizable laundry room is off the kitchen and features cabinets and counters for convenience. New sliding glass doors afford natural light & lead from the living area to a nice covered deck to enjoy the cool mountain breezes & views! The back deck is one of the favorite spaces on this property. The daylight basement, which has a income producing history as a short-term vacation rental, is a 2 bedroom apartment with full bath, kitchen, living area & separate entrance. Use this space to supplement income, as a mother-in-law suite or reconnect to the main level for a larger home as the stairs remain and would be easy to reconnect to the main level if desired. Large private in-ground pool provides great summer enjoyment & relief from the heat. The over 3 acres may allow for additional building site or subdividing - buyer should confirm details to meet their needs and plans. There were some trees that were lost during Helene, but the home itself sustained no damage and perched on a hilltop and not in a flood plain. Make sure you see the property video here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/bxn1cbfq4d4viwzofohhn/40-Mintz-Lane-Swannanoa-NC-_-No-Branded.mp4?rlkey=cziuwq2p51jgzeyqj50oie7qf&raw=1 and you can take the virtual tour here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=f1cTSxe2RWM&brand=0

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Basic Information

Status:Active
MLS#:4182780
Price:$696,500
SqFt:1735
Bedrooms:4
Bathrooms:3 full, 1 half
Acreage:3.17
Year Built:1965
Type:Single Family Residence
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Listing courtesy of: Lusso Realty - davidplyler@lussorealty.com

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Data updated October 12, 2025.

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