Gently sloping lot, perfect for easy building - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
Private 2.31-acre homesite - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
Lot at 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa, photo 3 of 17
Expired perk test for a 4-bedroom septic system - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
Enjoy the soothing sounds of the stream right on the homesite - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
The creek, nestled below the build site- Enjoy the peaceful sound of the creek! - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
Approximate boundary lines - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
GIS Map, 5' contours - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
Paved access to the homesite - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
Lot at 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa, photo 10 of 17
Rough-in driveway provides easy access to the homesite - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
Low-density design preserves nature, fostering a harmonious, natural living environment - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
Swannanoa Valley - View from drone - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
Conveniently located between Asheville and Black Mountain - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
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Gated community - 10 miles from Asheville - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
Electricity at lot #46 - 1248 Arborcrest Way, Swannanoa
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$180,000

1248 Arborcrest Way
Swannanoa, NC 28778
Listed by Jana Osada · Keller Williams Elite Realty
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About this home

Mountain Living at Its Finest – High Hickory, Swannanoa, NC! Escape to tranquility in the gated community of High Hickory, ideally located between Asheville and Black Mountain. This beautiful, mostly level lot offers the perfect spot to build your dream home, nestled privately in the woods above the soothing sound of a mountain stream. The roughed-in gravel driveway provides easy access, making it simple to explore and get a closer look at the land's potential . Perked and ready to build—save time and money! Perked for a 4-bedroom septic system in 2019, expired May 2024. This low-impact, sustainable neighborhood offers community gardens, trails, and shared outdoor gathering spaces, perfect for families seeking a natural lifestyle. With 430 acres, a portion dedicated to a nature preserve, and a mild, four-season climate that offers great weather year-round, High Hickory offers a unique retreat. Bring your builder and create your perfect mountain getaway today!

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4216249
Property type
Lot
Subdivision
High Hickory
Status
Active
Days on market
348
On market date
February 12, 2025
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Williams Elementary
1.46 mi away · Grades 0-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
450
Student:teacher ratio
13.2:1
District
Buncombe County Schools
Middle
Owen Middle
2.3 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
457
Student:teacher ratio
13.4:1
District
Buncombe County Schools
High
Early College
8.62 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
278
Student:teacher ratio
25.3:1
District
Buncombe County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Swannanoa's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

29
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
6.7 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
23 / 100
Restaurants & cafes1
Grocery stores1
Parks3
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

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$36,000 down
$144,000 loan
Principal & interest$934
Property tax (est.)$150
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated January 26, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.