Fletcher offers a suburban feel in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, about 13 miles south of Asheville. “It’s a great community with a lot of families, yet retirees like it here too,” says owner/broker Dolly Moore with Home Selling Service, LLC, who has lived and sold homes here since 2006. “I’ve never heard a negative word about it — people are proud of the town and the lives that they have here.”
Many of the town’s nearly 8,000 residents work in health care and education, with top employers including the Margaret Pardee Memorial Hospital and surrounding public school districts. Fletcher continues to grow as more buyers discover lower housing costs and quieter neighborhoods – compared to nearby cities.
Many Fletcher residents work in health care and education, with top employers including the Mission Health System and the surrounding public-school districts.
Fletcher offers a suburban feel in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains and is about 13 miles south of Asheville.
1/2
Fletcher’s median home price is in line with the national average
Some neighborhoods in Fletcher have a denser layout than others, and very few have sidewalks. Buyers will primarily find single-family homes here, ranging from new traditional builds to midcentury ranch-style properties, farmhouses and Capes. As the area continues to grow, more townhouses, condos and duplexes are popping up on the market. The overall median price sits at about $460,000, which is slightly higher than the U.S. median, and homes with mountain views and expansive lots may exceed $1 million.
Cape Cod style homes can be found sitting on large tracts of land in Fletcher.
Many Fletcher residents choose to live in condos and townhomes in the area.
1/2
Bill Moore Community Park’s amenities accommodate all ages
Henderson County is known for outdoor recreation, from hiking trails to canyoneering and waterfall repelling. Residents can quickly access the Appalachian and Blue Ridge mountains, and the French Broad River is popular for whitewater rafting. Fletcher has the Bill Moore Community Park, where visitors can walk the trails along Cane Creek, play pickleball or climb on the playground equipment. The nearby courses at the Chestnut Mountain Golf Club and Broadmoor Golf Links have public tee times and membership options.
The Bill Moore Community Park in Fletcher has basketball and baseball for the locals to enjoy.
Fletcher residents can also access the trails in the Appalachian and Blue Ridge mountains.
1/2
Minutes from the Asheville Regional Airport
Most people get around by car in Fletcher, and U.S. Route 25 cuts right through town. Interstate 26 runs north to Asheville and southwest all the way to Charleston. “It takes about 15 minutes to get to Asheville, maybe 20 at most,” Moore says. Apple Country Public Transit buses also stop throughout the area on busier roads. Homes in Fletcher sit within 5 miles of the Asheville Regional Airport, which offers direct services to large U.S. cities via major commercial airlines. Residents can also access medical care within 5 miles at the AdventHealth Hendersonville hospital or Mission Hospital, about 11 miles north.
Smiley’s Flea Market and the Feed & Seed venue
Asheville is home to the hip River Arts District (RAD) and the iconic Biltmore Estate and Gardens. Downtown Asheville is also a hotspot for live music, art studios and a dynamic restaurant scene. However, Fletcher offers many of its own activities. Smiley’s Flea Market is the largest in the state. Open sunup to sundown on the weekends, it has hundreds of vendors, along with concession stands and a carousel. Feed & Seed is another unique attraction that triples as a community space, church and bluegrass music venue.
The River Arts District is a popular destination for Fletcher residents.
Smiley’s Flea Market in Fletcher has over a hundred vendors during the weekend.
1/2
Public middle and high schoolers commute to Hendersonville
Henderson County Public Schools scores a B-plus on Niche. Fletcher has its own elementary school, though students may have a 10-mile bus ride or commute to middle and high school. The Veritas Christian Academy is a private, A-rated option in town for prekindergarten through 12th grade. Graduates can apply to the University of North Carolina Asheville campus, about 17 miles away.
Veritas Christian Academy is a private school in Fletcher, NC.
Students living in Fletcher can attend Flether High School.
1/2
Restaurants and shopping outside of Asheville
Residents can shop in town at Ingles and at the Southridge Shopping Center, right next door in Arden. Only a few restaurants, cafes and bakeries line Hendersonville Road. Auction House Food & Drink Hall is the town’s newest addition, with outdoor seating, live music and two floors of restaurants and bars.
The Auction House Food & Drink Hall is Fletcher's newest addition, with outdoor seating, live music and two floors of restaurants and bars.
Fletcher Residents can head to Aldi or Ingles in the Southridge Shopping Center to pick up some groceries.
1/2
Relatively low crime rates and mountain weather
According to the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, in 2023 Fletcher accounted for only 9% of the total crime index in Henderson County.
Fletcher experiences all four seasons. The mountain air keeps summers slightly cooler than other North Carolina regions, and the annual winter snowfall is 11 inches. The town is susceptible to flooding and continues to recover from Hurricane Helene damage in 2024. “Fortunately, Fletcher wasn’t hit too hard,” Moore says. “The Bill Moore Community Park was badly flooded, as well as our industrial park, but both are slowly coming back to business.”
Written By
Grace Pitney
Photography Contributed By
Viktor Zagorevskiy
Video By
Brandon Flash Craigie
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Julia Burdette,
an experienced agent in this area.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
On average, homes in Fletcher, NC sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Fletcher, NC over the last 12 months is $459,990, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Step into this nearly-new, spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo in Brickton Village, featuring the largest floor plan in the community. With main-level entry and a thoughtful split-bedroom layout, you’ll enjoy both privacy and comfort. The covered patio overlooks lush greenspace and includes an exterior storage closet. Built in 2015, this condo boasts 1,428 sq ft of open, inviting living space. HOA
Celebrate the Holidays in Your Own Mountain Cabin Retreat! Now $475,000 Warm, inviting, and full of character, this quintessential log cabin in Fletcher offers the best of mountain living — tucked away on 1.78 wooded acres yet only minutes to South Asheville conveniences. From the moment you arrive, you’re greeted by a peaceful waterfall-fed koi pond and a sunny front deck where you can sip
Motivated Seller! Price reduced! Fully Furnished 3,826 sq. ft. luxury home includes artwork and high end furniture, views from every window and deck. This Rustic Modern Stunner is turn-key and move-in ready! Main level features spacious cathedral ceiling living room opening to large covered deck with outdoor kitchen amenities including fans and heaters; gourmet kitchen, elevator, first primary
Welcome to Seasons at Cane Creek, where warmth, style, and community come together to create the perfect place to call home. Nestled within a beautiful gated neighborhood, our apartment homes offer an ideal blend of peaceful living and easy access to everything you love. Just 20 minutes from the vibrant cities of Hendersonville and Asheville, you’ll enjoy the best in dining, shopping,
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION....Within 5 minutes of the Asheville Airport without much air traffic. Nice 3/2 brick rancher fully furnished. Lots and lots of shopping and dining conveniently close by. This home is newly renovated. New appliances, new furniture, new deck, newly painted, new roof. Will consider short- or long-term rentals.
Welcome to The Groves at Town Center, a premier apartment community in the heart of Fletcher, NC, where sophistication, adventure, and style define everyday living. Thoughtfully designed with exceptional attention to detail, our community offers the perfect blend of natural beauty and modern convenience. Enjoy a prime location just moments from Fletcher Community Park and within walking distance
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
