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$40,000

Black Mountain, NC 28711
Listed by Rachel Ellege · Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville
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About this home

Premier Building Opportunity in Creston! Located on the first side street within the gated community, this 1.7 acre parcel offers exceptional ease of access and end of cul-de-sac privacy. The lot features a gentle, rolling topography along the upper portion near the road then transitions into a more moderate slope towards the southwest. With selective tree trimming, a future owner can enjoy beautiful distant mountain views. The approach to the property is very convenient, situated on a level street with paved access directly to the lot. Residents of Creston enjoy a robust amenity package including a gazebo with a firepit, a playground for children, multiple mountain overlooks, a dog park, eight miles of hiking trails, twelve miles of paved roads, a mountain top Community Center, and to help keep you connected high-speed fiber optic internet service provided by Spectrum. The land surrounding Creston is in Foothills Land Conservancy and Pisgah National Forest, creating an incredible natural environment. This "C" lot allows for short-term rentals (7-night minimum), making it a versatile choice for a secondary residence or a private mountain retreat. Located just 9 miles from the charming town of Black Mountain and a short 15-mile drive from the vibrant city of Asheville.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4357235
Property type
Lot
Subdivision
Creston
Status
Active
Days on market
4
On market date
March 13, 2026
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Old Fort Elementary School
5.24 mi away · Grades -1-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
312
Student:teacher ratio
13.6:1
District
McDowell County Schools
Middle
West McDowell Middle School
14.54 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
648
Student:teacher ratio
15.8:1
District
McDowell County Schools
High
McDowell Early College
17.04 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
254
Student:teacher ratio
23.1:1
District
McDowell County Schools

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$8,000 down
$32,000 loan
Principal & interest$208
Property tax (est.)$33
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated March 17, 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.