Single Family Residence at 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
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3 car carport - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
entry from front door - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
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laundry room off living room - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
office nook off living room w/ side door to carport - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
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large pantry off kitchen - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
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front deck - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
front deck - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
primary bedroom - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
primary bedroom - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
walk in closet - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
primary bath - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
primary bath - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
primary bath - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
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bedroom 2 - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
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hall bath - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
fencing to left front of home - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
fencing of side yard to left of house - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
38.45 acre parcel shown here in red.  8 acres in white will be sold to neighbor.  Remaining ~30.45 acres & house to be sold. - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
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shed 16'x24' has electricity - 3882 New Leicester Highway, Leicester
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$615,000

3882 New Leicester Highway
Leicester, NC 28748
Listed by Michael Shoffner · Keller Williams Professionals
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,820 sqft
Year built
1965

About this home

Welcome to your own private mountain retreat on 38.45 acres, where peace, privacy, and possibility come together in a truly special setting. Tucked well off the main road, a long gated driveway follows a gentle stream before winding upward to this secluded mountain cove. Hidden from neighboring properties, this is a place where you can slow down, reconnect with nature, and enjoy the freedom of having your own private sanctuary. Originally built in 1965 and recently extensively remodeled, this home blends timeless character w/ thoughtful modern updates. A mix of modern LVP and wood flooring flows throughout, complemented by oversized colonial trim, updated doors, recessed lighting, and replacement windows. A newer mini-split heating and cooling system provides efficient year-round comfort. The home also features an electric fireplace that is currently installed but offers the option to convert to gas, with existing gas stubbing in place. The beautifully renovated kitchen is truly the heart of the home, designed with both style & functionality in mind. New cabinetry with soft-close drawers, stainless steel appliances, a farmhouse-style stainless sink, tiled backsplash, under-cabinet lighting, and a quartz breakfast bar create an inviting gathering space. The thoughtful touches continue with a pasta filler above the oven, charming beadboard ceiling, and a dedicated butler’s pantry featuring built-in shelving and additional storage. The primary suite offers a peaceful escape with lots of windows, walk-in closet, ceiling fan, and a luxurious en suite bath. The spa-like bathroom features a spacious glass shower, soaking tub, and elegant floor-to-ceiling porcelain tile, creating a relaxing retreat at the end of the day. Everyday living is made easier with a large laundry room w/ utility sink, and a convenient side entrance with a mudroom-style entry provides the perfect drop zone for outdoor gear after exploring the acreage. The home is thoughtfully wired for modern living, including power behind the TV and prewired HDMI connections. The shed off the 3 car carport offers a work shop that is fully wired with lighting & multiple outlets, three workbenches, shelving, & loft storage. The house attic offers additional storage with a pull-down ladder and a floored area running the length of the home. Additional improvements include a vapor barrier in the crawlspace, crawlspace dehumidifiers and ventilation fans, and warming tape on incoming well lines for added frost protection. Whether you envision gardening, homesteading, creating a private family retreat, pursuing a more self-sufficient lifestyle, or simply enjoying the quiet beauty of the mountains, this remarkable property offers the space and flexibility to make your vision a reality. With exceptional privacy, extensive updates, functional outbuildings, and 38 acres of natural beauty, this is more than a home—it’s a mountain lifestyle waiting to be enjoyed. -- Interactive 3D Map available: https://id.land/maps/15d0b3ba934ac3b00b563be862016a68/share/unbranded

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4402030
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
none
Status
Active
Days on market
87
On market date
July 20, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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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
Leicester Elementary
3.39 mi away · Grades 0-4
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
379
Student:teacher ratio
12.2:1
District
Buncombe County Schools
Middle
Eblen Intermediate
8.83 mi away · Grades 5-6
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
593
Student:teacher ratio
14.1:1
District
Buncombe County Schools
High
Early College
13.7 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 Leicester'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).

11
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
3.7 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

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$123,000 down
$492,000 loan
Principal & interest$3,191
Property tax (est.)$513
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 2 days ago.

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