Zirconia
Neighborhood in Henderson County
Henderson County 28790
A mix of housing styles with HOAs present
Homes in Zirconia can range from $300,000 to $700,000, but some properties can reach above $1 million. Ranch-styles, bungalows and New Traditional homes are the most common. Multiple plots of land are also available. Some properties can be overseen by a homeowners' association. Houses remain on the market for 84 days, longer than the national average of 48 days. “(Zirconia is) not as expensive but still close to Hendersonville,” says Dee Gambrell, a Realtor with Bluaxis Realty, who sells in the area. Gambrell noted that the community has attracted a “good mix” of retirees and families.The locale has a lower flood risk, with local maps only showing the areas around Lake Summit being prone to flooding. Zirconia also has a lower rate of crime, receiving a 1 on the CAP Index Crime Score, lower than the national average of 4.
Lake Summit, camps and a country club
Lake Summit spans over 65 acres and has small boat launches, swimming holes and fishing spots. Tuxedo Park features a playground, walking trail and multipurpose field.Multiple children’s summer camps are based in the area. Falling Creek Camp is a camp only for boys and offers father-son weekends. Camp Green Cove is girls only and has been operating in the area since 1945. Skytop Apple Orchard has been in nearby Flat Rock since 1982 and is open from late July through early December.
Kenmure Country Club is a private facility and features a 6,500-yard golf course and rentable event spaces.
Public schools outside of Zirconia
Students start at Hillandale Elementary School, which has a B grade on Niche and offers childcare services, or Atkinson Elementary, which has a B-plus. They continue to B-rated Flat Rock Middle School and East Henderson High School, which also has a B. Blue Ridge Community College is in Flat Rock and has a B.U.S. 25 and airport connections
U.S. Route 25 runs through the southern edge of the community and connects to Asheville and Greenville, South Carolina. Asheville Regional Airport is 18 miles north.Local dining spots and shopping in Hendersonville
Zirconia has a few local dining spots, including The Chuckwagon, a food truck that serves barbecue plates and sandwiches. Orr’s Family Restaurant in East Flat Rock serves burgers, sandwiches and breakfast items. Hendersonville offers more culinary options, including Arabella Breakfast and Brunch and Brandy’s on Main, which serves steaks, seafood and salads.The area does have a Dollar Store near Lake Summit. However, grocery stores, including Fresh Market and Publix, are in Hendersonville, along with other big-box retailers. Pardee Hospital is 6 miles north in Hendersonville.
Written By
Tyler Patchen
Photography Contributed By
Viktor Zagorevskiy
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Julie Tallman
Julie Tallman
EXP Realty LLC
(828) 672-6132
136 Total Sales
1 in Zirconia
$210,000 Price
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Amanda Jennings Gravley
Amanda Jennings Gravley
Fisher Realty Sapphire/Toxaway
(828) 482-1685
90 Total Sales
1 in Zirconia
$255,000 Price
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Meg Nichols
Meg Nichols
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
(828) 523-8678
61 Total Sales
1 in Zirconia
$650,000 Price
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Nathan Smith
Nathan Smith
Heartwood Realty LLC
(828) 759-5344
34 Total Sales
1 in Zirconia
$309,000 Price
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Stephenie Deesy
Stephenie Deesy
Mountainside Realty, LLC
(828) 383-8197
47 Total Sales
1 in Zirconia
$195,000 Price
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Mary Green
Mary Green
Century 21 Mountain Lifestyles/S. Hend
(828) 537-8039
36 Total Sales
2 in Zirconia
$245K - $336K Price Range
Schools
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- K to 5th
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Zirconia | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Zirconia Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Zirconia, Flat Rock sell after 78 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Zirconia, Flat Rock over the last 12 months is $417,250, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$668,000
Median Sale Price
$417,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$649,940
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$436
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,045
Number of Homes for Sale
23
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
15.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,754
Below the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,967
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
33,541
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 2111am - 3pm
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Sunday, Jun 221 - 3pm
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Sunday, Jun 221 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,185
Median Age
50
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$78,242
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$97,022
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.3%
College Graduates
26.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.7%
% Population in Labor Force
54.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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