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Biltmore Forest combines history and prestige
Step into elite 1900s Asheville in this upscale town, well-known for its historic grandeur and exclusivity. Biltmore Forest’s sumptuous estates are designed in keeping with the sizable stature of the famed Vanderbilt family mansion - the neighborhood’s namesake and next-door neighbor. Biltmore Forest’s meandering streets are gilded with blushing azaleas and dense mountain laurel, winding up and down sloped hillsides, drawing those seeking privacy and 20th-century style. Elegant homes hide behind sweeping entries and tall spindly oaks - the most you’ll see from the shady roadway amounts to a steeply pitched roof between branches.
Biltmore Forest residents have the perfect balance of modern meets history near Biltmore Estate.
Biltmore Forest has a beautiful view of the North Carolina mountains from the Estate.
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Houses sit on large lots in Biltmore Forest
These lavish properties draw influence from classic Colonial Revival styles with shuttered windows and roofline dormers, stooped, rustic Craftsman designs and refined Tudor-inspired masonry. Biltmore Forest is sparsely planned, with extra-spacious properties presiding on acres of land. These luxurious estates come with a steep price tag, starting at around a million and climbing well into the 2’s and 3’s. “The housing market is very competitive here,” says Kelsey Crowder, Realtor at The Redbud Group. “A home recently sold for the highest price in the area’s history.” The noted 10,000-square-foot estate sold for over $9 million in 2023.
Biltmore Forest reflects Italian architecture in some areas of the refined neighborhood in North Carolina.
Rustic dwellings meet refined detail on the covered shady streets of Biltmore Forest.
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The PGA circuit has been to the Biltmore Forest Country Club
The Biltmore Forest Country Club is at the neighborhood’s core and is a primary selling feature. The scenic club’s 135 acres of lush fairways with sprawling mountain views draw players far beyond this historic corner of town. The facility has also hosted the PGA circuit and several top national championships. Community leaders have ascertained that the area is also a popular summer tourist destination and have plans to add a state-of-the-art tennis facility to accommodate seasonal crowds.
Locals can get lost in the greenspace near and in the forest at Biltmore Country Club.
Biltmore Forest has everything needed for a nice, sweet life in North Carolina.
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Public schools and private schools are in the area
Adding to the area’s buyer appeal is Biltmore Forest’s stellar school district. Many local students begin learning at William W. Estes Elementary and continue to the top-rated Valley Springs Middle before finishing their studies at T.C. Roberson High. With an A- score from Niche, multiple championship-holding athletic teams and a thriving arts program, students are well-served at this neighborhood school. Biltmore Forest buyers who are considering a private education route will find several options nearby, including the Carolina Day School.
Estes Elementary is the first stop on the Biltmore Park students path.
Students in Biltmore Park will attend Valley Springs Middle School before heading on.
TC Robertson High school is the last stop on the educational journey in Biltmore Park.
The private Carolina Day School serves grades Pre-K through 12th.
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Hiking trails and a historic estate are nearby
Biltmore Forest residents are conveniently positioned between the historic Biltmore Estate, the alpine landscapes of the Blue Ridge Parkway and the artful City of Asheville. The Blue Ridge Parkway’s Mountains-to-Sea Trail has striking views of Southern Appalachia’s misted ranges on the horizon, rushing waterfalls and bucolic pastures sprayed with bright wildflowers. This well-traveled route extends over 7 miles for a day-long hike or brisk bike ride. A 5-mile ride lands you at the heart of the city for culture and nightlife, and the historic grounds are a popular place to unwind.
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a woodland wonderland in Biltmore Forest, NC.
Biltmore Forest residents can visit historic establishments like the historic Biltmore Estate.
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Locals have easy access to grocery stores, coffee shops and pubs
Your everyday necessities are at your fingertips in Biltmore Forest. Most residents shop for groceries at The Fresh Market off the main road, and you’ll also find a Walmart and Publix nearby. Round Earth Roasters is the go-to for your morning joe, and Juicy Lucy’s is a hot spot next door with live music and pub fare. There are even more amenities available as you continue south toward Biltmore Park, a booming retail and dining enclave. Buyers with luxury at the top of the list may find the right fit in charming Biltmore Forest.
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On average, homes in Biltmore Forest, NC sell after 360 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Biltmore Forest, NC over the last 12 months is $2,815,524, up 182% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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