Property Attributes
- ID#4404463
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyBUNCOMBE
- CityLeicester
- AreaBuncombe County
- NeighborhoodSpring Hill
- Zip28748
- Style
- Year Built1969
- Price$ 335,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage908
- Lot Size1.5 Acres
Data Source:
Canopy MLS
Property Description
Welcome to your serene mountain getaway at 1226 Newfound Rd, Leicester, NC! This beautifully updated home throughout offers the perfect blend of modern living and quiet country charm on a sprawling 1.5 acres. Step inside to enjoy a fully updated kitchen and beautifully updated bathrooms featuring sleek, modern finishes. Nestled on a spacious, private lot, the property is perfectly situated to ensure absolutely no road noise from Newfound Rd. The outdoor space is equally impressive, featuring a classic covered front porch to unwind on, a handy detached shed for storage, and a secure fenced-in area next to the house that is ideal for pets, gardening, or play. Best of all, you can experience this peaceful country lifestyle while remaining less than 20 minutes to Asheville's vibrant downtown dining, shopping, and art scene. This turn-key Leicester gem is the quiet escape you've been looking for without sacrificing city convenience!
| Elementary School | Middle School | High School |
|---|---|---|
| Leicester/Eblen Elementary School | Clyde A Erwin Middle School | Clyde A Erwin High School |
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Listed $335,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 908 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic Installed |
| Heating | Heat Pump |
| Cooling | Heat Pump |
| Roof | Composition |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Cooktop,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater,Exhaust Fan,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer |
| Zoning | OU |
| Patio/Porch Features | Front Porch |
| Security Features | Smoke Detector(s) |
| Construction Materials | Vinyl |
| Year Built | 1969 |
| View | Mountain(s) |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| Parcel Number | 8689-83-7776-00000 |
| Elevation | 2000 |
| Accessibility | No Interior Steps |
| County | Buncombe |
| New Construction | No |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | No |
| Subdivision Name | Spring Hill |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Directions | GPS is accurate. 1226 is up the driveway on the left. |
| High School | Clyde A Erwin |
| City | Leicester |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Carport Y/N | No |
| Elementary School | Leicester/Eblen |
| Middle/Junior High School | Clyde A Erwin |
| Additional Parcels Y/N | No |
| Standard Status | Active |
| CAR_HOASubjectTo | None |
| Construction Type | Site Built |
| Tax Assessed Value | 306500 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Attic Other,Open Floorplan |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Laminate |
| Basement (Y/N) | No |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Above Grade Finished Area | 908 |
| Laundry Features | Laundry Closet,Main Level |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
| SqFt Main | 908 |
| Bedroom | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Fire Pit |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Front Yard,Partial |
| Parking Features | Driveway |
| Lot Features | Private |
| Water Source | Well |
| Lot Size Area | 1.5 |
| Foundation Details | Crawl Space,Pillar/Post/Pier |
| Road Surface Type | Gravel |
| Road Responsibility | Private Maintained Road |
| Main Level Garage YN | No |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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