1226 Newfound Road

Leicester, NC
$ 335,000 Beds 2 Baths 1 Sq 908
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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!

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 335,000
  • City
  • Leicester
  • Bedrooms
  • 2
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 1
  • County
  • BUNCOMBE
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Buncombe County
  • Lot Size
  • 1.5 Acres
  • Zip
  • 28748
  • Sqr Footage
  • 908
  • Year Built
  • 1969
  • Style
  • MLS#
  • 4404463
Listed By: Seller Solutions; john.sellersolutions@gmail.com
Data Source: Canopy MLS

Features

General

Living Area 908
Sewer Septic Installed
Heating Heat Pump
Cooling Heat Pump
Roof Composition
Appliances Dishwasher,Dryer,Electric Cooktop,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater,Exhaust Fan,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
Zoning OU
Patio/Porch Features Front Porch
Security Features Smoke Detector(s)
Construction Materials Vinyl
Year Built 1969
View Mountain(s)
Levels One
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 8689-83-7776-00000
Elevation 2000
Accessibility No Interior Steps
County Buncombe
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Subdivision Name Spring Hill
Garage Y/N No
Other Structures Shed(s)
Full Baths 1
Directions GPS is accurate. 1226 is up the driveway on the left.
High School Clyde A Erwin
City Leicester
Senior Community Y/N No
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N No
Elementary School Leicester/Eblen
Middle/Junior High School Clyde A Erwin
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Standard Status Active
CAR_HOASubjectTo None
Construction Type Site Built
Tax Assessed Value 306500

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Attic Other,Open Floorplan
Flooring Laminate
Basement (Y/N) No
Fireplace Y/N No
Above Grade Finished Area 908
Laundry Features Laundry Closet,Main Level
Total Bedrooms 2
Total Baths 1
SqFt Main 908
Bedroom 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Fire Pit
Fencing Front Yard,Partial
Parking Features Driveway
Lot Features Private
Water Source Well
Lot Size Area 1.5
Foundation Details Crawl Space,Pillar/Post/Pier
Road Surface Type Gravel
Road Responsibility Private Maintained Road
Main Level Garage YN No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Hickory, NC office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Leicester/Eblen Elementary School
Middle School Clyde A Erwin Middle School
High School Clyde A Erwin High School

Price History

7/16/2026 Listed $335,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 28748

Price
AVG $760K
$340K
Year Built
AVG 1998
1969
Visits
AVG 266
37
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®

1226 Newfound Road Leicester, NC is a Single Family Home for sale at $335000 with 908 sqft and a lot size of 1.5 Acres Acre(s). 1226 Newfound Road Leicester has 2 bedrooms, 1 baths and was built in 1969. The property's zip code is 28748 which is in Leicester, NC

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