Swannanoa
North CarolinaWelcome to Swannanoa
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.
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:
SWANNANOA, NC 28778
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.
Homes for Sale in Swannanoa
Lytle Cove Road $1,400,000 Subdivision:  | Back to Property List | ||||||||
| Exceptional development or estate opportunity in Swannanoa. This offering includes 8.756 acres of gently lying, wooded land, plus an additional .079-acre road right-of-way, parcel B on survey, at the front providing over 100+ feet of road frontage for excellent access (ROW not owned by seller but benefits ingress/egress). Public utilities are nearby, with a 6-inch public water line available to the northern property line along Gibbs Street right-of-way, and there's a 6-inch public sewer line located a short distance from the property. With the extension of water and sewer, preliminary evaluations indicate the potential for approximately 25–30 lots. Current zoning would allow duplex construction of those lots, creating the possibility of 50–60 total units, subject to approvals. The property features multiple small streams, is not located in a designated flood zone, and offers highly buildable topography—a rare combination for a tract of this size. A site development opinion has been completed, and when considering topography, access, and utilities, the property presents strong development potential. Alternatively, the property would make a beautiful private estate, family compound, or long-term investment hold, offering privacy, natural beauty, and convenient proximity to Swannanoa, Black Mountain, and the greater Asheville area. A rare opportunity combining scale, infrastructure access, and zoning flexibility in a rapidly growing market. Zoning, density, and utility availability to be verified by the buyer with Buncombe County, the Town of Swannanoa, and applicable utility providers. | Basic Information
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