Sandra Locastro
Mountain Charm Realty
(828) 672-2959
50 Total Sales
5 in Leicester
$439K - $760K Price Range
48 Merrell Rd Leicester, NC 28748
Leicester Area
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,869
Sq Ft
5.72
Acre Lot
Highlights
- 5.72 Acre Lot
- Outdoor Fireplace
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Workshop
About This Home
As of August 2026Escape to 48 Merrell Road, a serene home offering comfort and convenience in picturesque Leicester. This inviting property features three bedrooms and 3.5 baths, with bright, open living spaces and a large modern kitchen for entertaining. The primary bedroom is on the main floor. Large windows invite scenic nature into the kitchen with you. The expansive, large back deck is ideal for entertainment and enjoying the sound of the flowing creek and waterfall. The primary bedroom is on the first floor with laundry in the primary closet. There is a workspace in the basement with a garage door for easy outside access. The outdoor space includes a hand-built stone fire pit and seating area, a flowing creek with a built-in waterfall and gorgeous grassy knolls. The lot is slightly over 5.5 acres, with plenty of room to build separate structures or build a main house and have this one as a guest home. Privacy, opportunity and serenity. This home is part modular and part stick-built. See advisor remarks for information on the roof.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty Brokerage Phone: 828-774-0288 License #238770 Listed on: 05/05/2026
Co-Listed By
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty Brokerage Phone: 828-774-0288 License #338609
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1990
Lot Details
- 5.72 Acre Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Additional Parcels
- Property is zoned OU
HOA Fees
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Basement Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Washer and Dryer
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Workshop
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Outdoor Fireplace
- Fire Pit
- Front Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- Turkey Creek HOA
- Catherine Hipwell Association
- Turkey Creek Farms Subdivision
- Mandatory home owners association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 8792-65-7471-00000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 5, 2026
Closed on
Jul 31, 2026
Sold by
James Diefenbacher and James Diefenbacher Revocable Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
D'Ann Ford
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Karon Korp
Asheville Realty Group
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-6.9%
Views
85
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
67.07%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 27, 2023
Sold by
James Diefenbacher Revocable Trust and Diefenbacher James
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 2, 2019
Closed on
Jun 26, 2019
Sold by
Gay R Norwood and Gay Catherine S
Bought by
The River Rock Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Janice Southerland
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown
Buyer's Agent
D'Ann Ford
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$360,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-4%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.08%
Original Mortgage
$288,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 21, 2010
Sold by
Stein Sally and Stein Louis
Bought by
Gay R Norwood and Gay Catherine S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
4.39%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 2004
Sold by
Vehlhaber Dale F
Bought by
Smith Randall S and Smith Sally W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$20,000
Interest Rate
5.53%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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D'Ann Ford
D'Ann Ford
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
(828) 672-6188
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Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $50,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $360,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $260,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $148,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $288,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $130,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $122,500 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $20,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $87,900 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/04/2026 08/04/26 | Sold | $675,000 | -6.9% | $361 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/19/2026 06/19/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/05/2026 05/05/26 | For Sale | $725,000 | +101.4% | $388 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/26/2019 06/26/19 | Sold | $360,000 | -4.0% | $190 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/13/2019 05/13/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/02/2019 05/02/19 | For Sale | $375,000 | -- | $198 / Sq Ft |
Source: Canopy MLS
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $357,000 | $46,400 | $310,600 |
| 2024 | -- | $357,000 | $46,400 | $310,600 |
| 2023 | -- | $357,000 | $46,400 | $310,600 |
| 2022 | $2,243 | $357,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $2,243 | $357,000 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,828 | $273,200 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,340 | $200,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,340 | $200,300 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,360 | $184,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,374 | $184,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,374 | $184,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,319 | $184,700 | $0 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
D'Ann Ford
Seller's Agent in 2026
D'Ann Ford
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
(828) 774-0288
75 Total Sales
-
Tyler Kardos
TK
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Tyler Kardos
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
(828) 691-0991
33 Total Sales
-
Karon Korp
KK
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Karon Korp
Asheville Realty Group
(828) 231-0041
25 Total Sales
-
Russ Martin
RM
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Russ Martin
Asheville Realty Group
(828) 252-4075
14 Total Sales
-
JS
Seller's Agent in 2019
Janice Southerland
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown
Map
Source: Canopy MLS
MLS Number: 4377319
APN: 8792-65-7471-00000
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