1226 Newfound Road, Leicester, NC 28748
Spring Hill · Buncombe County
Key Facts
Description
Welcome to your serene mountain getaway at 1226 Newfound Rd, Leicester, NC! This beautifully updated home throughout offers the perfect blend of modern living and quiet country charm on a sprawling 1.5 acres. Step inside to enjoy a fully updated kitchen and beautifully updated bathrooms featuring sleek, modern finishes. Nestled on a spacious, private lot, the property is perfectly situated to ensure absolutely no road noise from Newfound Rd. The outdoor space is equally impressive, featuring a classic covered front porch to unwind on, a handy detached shed for storage, and a secure fenced-in area next to the house that is ideal for pets, gardening, or play. Best of all, you can experience this peaceful country lifestyle while remaining less than 20 minutes to Asheville's vibrant downtown dining, shopping, and art scene. This turn-key Leicester gem is the quiet escape you've been looking for without sacrificing city convenience!
Property Information
Property Type
Residential
Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1969
Living Area
908 sq ft
Zoning
OU
Days on Market
1
MLS® Listing#
4404463
Property Features
Interior
Exterior
Appliances
Cooling
Heating
Flooring
Basement
Parking
Laundry
Patio
Fencing
Lot Features
Foundation
Roof
Security
Other Structures
Sewer
Water Source
Schools
- Elementary:
- Leicester/Eblen
- Middle:
- Clyde A Erwin
- High:
- Clyde A Erwin
Financial Details
HOA
None
Assessed Value
$306,500
Parcel Number
8689-83-7776-00000
Directions
GPS is accurate. 1226 is up the driveway on the left.
Affordability Calculator
$67,000
Estimated monthly payment
$1,783/mo
Principal $268,000 · Est. interest $373,884 over 30 yrs
Neighborhood Market Statistics
How this home compares to active listings in Leicester, NC
- $553,333
- Median Listing Price
- 86
- Median Days on Market
- 2,004
- Median Sq Ft
- $272
- Median Price / Sq Ft
- 80
- Active Listings
- This home’s price is 39% below the area median.
- Its price per sq ft is 36% above the area median.
Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Leicester, NC.
Location
Points of Interest in Leicester, NC
Showing the Leicester area map.
Nearby Schools
Mount Pisgah Academy
School · 4.4 mi away
Asheville-Pisgah Christian School
Secondary · 4.5 mi away
Leicester Elementary School
Elementary · 4.5 mi away
Candler Elementary School
Elementary · 4.7 mi away
St Joan of Arc Roman Catholic Church
Elementary · 4.7 mi away
Enka Middle School
Secondary · 5.3 mi away
Hominy Valley Elementary
Elementary · 6.1 mi away
Mount Carmel Baptist Church
School · 6.2 mi away
Enka High School
Secondary · 6.3 mi away
Sand Hill / Venable Elementary School
Elementary · 6.3 mi away
North Canton Elementary
Elementary · 6.5 mi away
Erwin High School
Secondary · 6.5 mi away
Pisgah Elementary School
Elementary · 6.6 mi away
West Buncombe Elementary School
Elementary · 6.7 mi away
Johnston Elementary School
Elementary · 6.8 mi away
Enka Intermediate School
Secondary · 6.9 mi away
Joe P. Eblen Intermediate School
Secondary · 6.9 mi away
Asheville School
Secondary · 7.0 mi away
The Franklin School
Secondary · 7.2 mi away
The New Classical Academy
School · 7.4 mi away
Commute Calculator
Nearby Homes
Similar Homes Nearby
Similar Home Values
Comparable nearby listings and their asking prices.
| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 20 Little Austin Lane, Leicester, NC | $299,000 | 3 | 2 | 2,028 |
| 136 Peaceful Valley Drive, Leicester, NC | $310,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,734 |
| 48 Laurel Cove Road, Leicester, NC | $315,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,113 |
Moving Cost Estimate
EXIT Agents in Leicester
Listing Courtesy: Seller Solutions - john.sellersolutions@gmail.com
Last Updated: 2026-07-16
1