61 Brooks Branch Rd Leicester, NC 28748
Estimated payment $1,931/month
Highlights
- Barn
- Deck
- Private Lot
- Mountain View
- Wood Burning Stove
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
Mini Farm and organic gardens...come take a look at this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage nestled on 1.95 acres of gently rolling land. This home blends warmth and functionality, featuring a living room w/ a wood stove fireplace for those crisp mountain evenings, and a country kitchen that frames sweeping views of the surrounding Newfound Community.
Outdoors, you’ll find multiple outbuildings for storage or hobbies, established gardens, and space perfect for play or relaxation. The property borders Brooks Branch and includes a pasture area ideal for a horse, goats, or other livestock. Whether you’re seeking a mini-homestead, farm, mountain getaway, or a place to slow down & savor country living, this property delivers the best of both worlds — privacy and pastoral beauty, all within a short drive to Asheville. RATE BUYDOWN AVAILABLE!
Great location in the country, while convenient to town-10 miles to Patton Ave & 7 miles to I-40.
This property was previously used for dog breeding/kenneling & could be restored. Shown by appointment only.
Listing Agent
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown Brokerage Email: darcy.varney@howardhannatate.com License #236663 Listed on: 08/14/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $984
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- Front Green Space
- Property has an invisible fence for dogs
- Partially Fenced Property
- Private Lot
- Level Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Property is zoned OU
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Cottage
- Metal Roof
- Stone Siding
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 913 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Stove
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Screened Porch
- Mountain Views
- Unfinished Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Electric Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Linoleum
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Main Level Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Dryer
Outdoor Features
- Access to stream, creek or river
- Deck
- Fire Pit
- Separate Outdoor Workshop
- Shed
- Outbuilding
Schools
- Leicester/Eblen Elementary School
- Clyde A Erwin Middle School
- Clyde A Erwin High School
Farming
- Barn
- Pasture
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Septic Tank
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 8699-18-5037-00000
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| 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 | $984 | $149,600 | $42,900 | $106,700 |
| 2024 | $984 | $149,600 | $57,900 | $91,700 |
| 2023 | $984 | $149,600 | $57,900 | $91,700 |
| 2022 | $940 | $149,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $940 | $149,600 | $0 | $0 |
| 2020 | $860 | $128,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $860 | $128,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $860 | $128,500 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $873 | $125,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | $935 | $125,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $935 | $125,700 | $0 | $0 |
| 2014 | $898 | $125,700 | $0 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2025 11/06/25 | Price Changed | $350,000 | -4.1% | $383 / Sq Ft |
| 10/23/2025 10/23/25 | Price Changed | $365,000 | -2.7% | $400 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2025 08/14/25 | For Sale | $375,000 | -- | $411 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $110,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $99,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)
MLS Number: 4292008
APN: 8699-18-5037-00000
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