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Town Mountain

Town Mountain

$849,076 Average Value
$350 Average Price per Sq Ft
20 Homes For Sale

Town Mountain was impacted by Hurricane Helene in September 2024.

This content was created before the hurricane occurred, and we will chronicle the community's recovery in the future.

Country and convenience near Asheville

Nature and luxury converge on the hilltops of Town Mountain, an Asheville neighborhood in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains. Overlooking Beaverdam and Haw Creek valleys, Town Mountain consists of about a thousand residences on or near the wooded corridor of Town Mountain Road, a canopied stretch of roadway rising nearly 1,500 feet throughout its meandering 7-mile stretch. Residents choose Town Mountain for its panoramic views and proximity to downtown Asheville, according to Brent Russell, president of Friends of Town Mountain and broker with Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Realtors. “Town Mountain is without a doubt one of the most beautiful drives in Asheville,” he says. “With every turn you have a beautiful vista and a beautiful view. People pull over to see bears, turkeys, deer, all sorts of wildlife.”

Town Mountain is a more elevated neighborhood with thick tree cover all around.
Town Mountain is a more elevated neighborhood with thick tree cover all around.
Locals enjoy walking along the many pedestrian friendly streets in Town Mountain.
Locals enjoy walking along the many pedestrian friendly streets in Town Mountain.
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Plentiful hiking trails and stately sights

Hiking trails and scenic overlooks abound along Town Mountain Road. Craven Gap Trail starts at Town Mountain's northernmost point and is a great out-and-back route to the striking Haw Creek Valley Overlook. Cyclists also frequent Town Mountain Road. “It’s a cyclist’s dream to start in the city and go up and bike back down,” Russell says. The Biltmore House is on everyone’s list when they visit the area. The 250-bed French Renaissance chateau is known as America’s largest home.

For a more scenic experience, Town Mountain residents can head to the Haw Creek Valley Overlook.
For a more scenic experience, Town Mountain residents can head to the Haw Creek Valley Overlook.
Locals enjoy going on hikes at Craven Gap Trail located close to the Town Mountain neighborhood.
Locals enjoy going on hikes at Craven Gap Trail located close to the Town Mountain neighborhood.
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Luxury living in the mountains

Secluded homes and gated communities dot the mountainside and peek out from dense trees in Town Mountain. The area doesn’t adhere to a specific architectural style. Sleek, ultra-modern homes feature floor-to-ceiling windows or glass walls to bring the mountains and scenery into the home. Historical and mid-century modern homes can be found here, too. Inventory is low and the market is highly competitive. Homes range in price from $500,000 to upwards of $5 million. Townhomes in a subdivision, such as The Village at Chunn’s Cove, can cost $760,000 with $175 in monthly homeowners association fees. Town Mountain is also rife with development opportunities, with empty lots ranging from $100,000 to $400,000. Russell says the Town Mountain area has a combination of full-time residents and second homeowners, noting Asheville has a large second-home market.

More contemporary mansion style houses are located high up in the hills of Town Mountain.
More contemporary mansion style houses are located high up in the hills of Town Mountain.
New town homes are being built all around Town Mountain.
New town homes are being built all around Town Mountain.
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Minutes away from Beer City USA

Town Mountain is purely residential, so residents drive into Asheville to shop, run errands and grab a bite to eat. Town Mountainers are less than 4 miles from away numerous grocery stores, including Whole Foods, Trader Joes and Harris Teeter. The walkable South Slope District is chockful of art galleries, award-winning restaurants and breweries. Asheville boasts more breweries per capita than any U.S. city, according to its tourism website, and has earned the title of Beer City USA numerous times since 2009. Russell raves about Chai Pani, known for Indian street food and family-style cuisine. The brewers at White Labs Brewing Co. develop their own yeast, using it not only for their craft beers and wood-fired pizzas but also for research and development into new yeast strains.

There are many colorful restaurants to chose from around the Town Mountain neighborhood.
There are many colorful restaurants to chose from around the Town Mountain neighborhood.
The Asheville Brewing Company has a wide selection of beers and is not far from Town Mountain.
The Asheville Brewing Company has a wide selection of beers and is not far from Town Mountain.
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Students have options

Kids can attend schools in the Buncombe County or Asheville City Schools districts. Students can start at Haw Creek Elementary School, part of the Buncombe County School District, which receives a B-plus from Niche. A.C. Reynolds Middle School, also a B-plus school, serves children in grades 6-8. From there, teens can attend A.C. Reynolds High School, which receives an A-minus from Niche. The high school is one of the top 10 best high schools for athletes in North Carolina, according to Niche.

Many students in Town Mountain attend A.C. Reynolds High School.
Many students in Town Mountain attend A.C. Reynolds High School.
Haw Creek serves elementary grade students near the Town Mountain neighborhood.
Haw Creek serves elementary grade students near the Town Mountain neighborhood.
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Getting around Town Mountain

The area’s winding, rugged roads make Town Mountain car-dependent, except for avid cyclists who like to ride up and down the mountainous path. Residents can travel less than 4 miles south on Town Mountain Road to go straight into Asheville or head north to merge onto the Blue Ridge Parkway, which has several scenic overlooks.

Town Mountain is a more elevated neighborhood with thick tree cover all around.
Town Mountain is a more elevated neighborhood with thick tree cover all around.
The French Broad River is a popular destination for Town Mountain locals on the weekends.
The French Broad River is a popular destination for Town Mountain locals on the weekends.
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Arts and events in Asheville

Residents go to Asheville for events, of which the city has plenty. Pack Square has concerts and events almost every night during the summer. Asheville Art in the Park hosts a market for artists on three weekends each June and October, where skilled artists of glass, ceramics, wood, jewelry and metal show off their creations. There’s also the River Arts District, a creative hub with studios and galleries for hundreds of artists located in former warehouses and mills. “Asheville has a large entrepreneurial spirit. People support artists here, and buying local is a big part of the culture,” Russell says.

Pritchard Park hosts lots of small concerts at its amphitheater in the summer.
Pritchard Park hosts lots of small concerts at its amphitheater in the summer.
Right outside the Town Mountain neighborhood, residents can visit the colorful art district.
Right outside the Town Mountain neighborhood, residents can visit the colorful art district.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Asheville Regional

28 min drive

Bus

Centre Park Dr & Exit

Bus

Piney Mountain Dr & Chunns Cove Rd

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Centre Park Dr & Social Security Administration

Town Mountain Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$818,000
Median Sale Price
$660,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$880,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$349,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$285,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$350

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
677
Number of Homes for Sale
20
Median Year Built
1986
Months of Supply
11.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,621
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,241
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,062
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
597
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
30,927

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Sep 28
    2 - 4pm

    1 Rocking Porch Rd Unit 1A, Asheville, NC 28805

    $349,500

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,050 Sq Ft
    • 1 Rocking Porch Rd
    • Unit 1A
    • New 4 days ago

    Nestled in a private wooded setting in a small, established community, this neat as a pin townome is minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway, all Tunnel Road/East Asheville amenities, and less than 10 minutes to Downtown Asheville. Enjoy winter mountain views from the covered front porch! The two-level home is light and bright with lots of updates, including kitchen and baths. Main level with open

    Ann Roth Nest Realty Asheville

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  • Sunday, Sep 7
    2 - 4pm

    445 Chunns Cove Rd Unit A, Asheville, NC 28805

    $625,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,100 Sq Ft
    • 445 Chunns Cove Rd
    • Unit A
    • New 9 days ago

    WOW, this Asheville home has the timeless appeal of a tastefully updated Midcentury modern home. The brick ranch style means single-level living comfort with a full basement for all the extras.Located in charming Chunns Cove, a small, coveted neighborhood that is less than 10 minutes from the Asheville Mall, Whole Foods, groceries & box stores like Lowe's, as well as quaint boutique shops

    Ramona Melvin Keller Williams - Weaverville

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  • Saturday, Sep 6
    12 - 2pm

    305 Piney Mountain Dr Unit C-1, Asheville, NC 28805

    $425,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,693 Sq Ft
    • 305 Piney Mountain Dr
    • Unit C-1

    Welcome to 305 Piney Mountain Drive—an private end-unit 3BR/3BA condo offering serene mountain living just minutes from the heart of Asheville. Step into the foyer and be drawn to the living room’s captivating long range mountain views, visible through glass doors that open to your covered deck—ideal for morning coffee or unwinding in the evening. The spacious living room features a gas fireplace

    June Weitz Carolina Mountain Sales

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
1,999
Median Age
56
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
13.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
38%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$57,628
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,143

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
51.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
11''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

1 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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