21 Joy Hughes Lane, Leicester, NC 28748
Buncombe County
Key Facts
Description
Nestled atop a serene 5+ acre mountain knoll in the coveted Sandy Mush area, this exceptional vacant parcel offers a rare combination of privacy, gentle topography, and truly endless, unobstructed mountain views. With a naturally elevated setting and soft southern exposure, the land provides an ideal canvas for your dream mountain home. Located just under 20 minutes from downtown Asheville, this property delivers convenient access to the city’s vibrant culture, dining, and amenities while maintaining a peaceful, private retreat atmosphere. The cleared homesite area opens to expansive big
Property Information
Property Type
Land
Zoning
none
MLS® Listing#
4387178
Property Features
Fencing
Lot Features
Other Structures
Utilities
Sewer
Water Source
Schools
- Elementary:
- Leicester/Eblen
- Middle:
- Clyde A Erwin
- High:
- Clyde A Erwin
Financial Details
HOA
None
Assessed Value
$120,000
Parcel Number
9703617504
Directions
From Asheville, take Leicester Hwy 8 miles to Right onto Alexander Rd. Travel 1.7 miles to left on Bear Creek Road. Then Right on Old Turkey Creek Rd to the property at the corner of Old Turkey Creek Rd and Joy Hughes Lane. Property borders both Old Turkey Creek (at pole barn) and along Joy Hughes Lane to the right.
Affordability Calculator
$63,400
Estimated monthly payment
$1,687/mo
Principal $253,600 · Est. interest $353,795 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Leicester, NC
- $551,724
- Median Listing Price
- 86
- Median Days on Market
- 2,004
- Median Sq Ft
- $272
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 78
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 43% below the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Leicester, NC.
Location
Points of Interest in Leicester, NC
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Nearby Schools
Leicester Elementary School
Elementary · 3.4 mi away
Mount Carmel Baptist Church
School · 5.9 mi away
Terra Sylva School of Botanical Medicine
School · 6.3 mi away
Erwin High School
Secondary · 6.7 mi away
Weaverville Elementary School
Elementary · 6.8 mi away
Joe P. Eblen Intermediate School
Secondary · 6.9 mi away
Weaverville Primary School
Elementary · 6.9 mi away
West Buncombe Elementary School
Elementary · 6.9 mi away
North Buncombe Elementary
Elementary · 7.1 mi away
North Buncombe Middle School
Secondary · 7.1 mi away
North Asheville Christian School
Secondary · 7.1 mi away
Woodfin Elementary School
Elementary · 7.4 mi away
North Buncombe High School
Secondary · 7.4 mi away
North Windy Ridge
Secondary · 7.5 mi away
Madison High School
Secondary · 7.7 mi away
Buncombe County Schools
School · 8.7 mi away
Johnston Elementary School
Elementary · 8.9 mi away
North Asheville Preschool
School · 8.9 mi away
Emma Elementary
Elementary · 8.9 mi away
Asheville Catholic School
Elementary · 8.9 mi away
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Nearby Homes
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Comparable nearby listings and their asking prices.
| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99999 Old Newfound Road, Leicester, NC | $250,000 | — | — | — |
| 99999 High Top Mountain Road, Leicester, NC | $250,000 | — | — | — |
| 896 Newfound Road, Leicester, NC | $250,000 | — | — | — |
| 97 Misty Ridge Lane, Leicester, NC | $264,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,219 |
| 40 Farmstead Road, Leicester, NC | $275,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,120 |
| 611 Turkey Creek Terrace, Leicester, NC | $298,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,296 |
Moving Cost Estimate
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Listing Courtesy: Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville - brian.noland@allentate.com
Last Updated: 2026-05-28
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