Asheville NC Homes over $1M
Asheville has attracted keen buyers for well over a century. George Vanderbilt's decision to build the Biltmore Estate here in the 1890s was a testament to what the region offered: unmatched mountain scenery, a temperate climate for health and wellbeing, and a quality of life difficult to replicate anywhere else. That legendary appeal hasn't diminished, and today, the greater Asheville area is home to a sophisticated luxury real estate market with an impressive range of high-end properties spanning across Buncombe County.
Buyers searching for Asheville luxury homes over $1 million will find considerable variety. From architect-designed custom homes on private mountain acreage with panoramic Blue Ridge Mountain views, to refined in-town residences in prestigious neighborhoods like Biltmore Park and Kenilworth, to sprawling estates with guest houses, pools, and expansive grounds in gated communities -- this market’s price point reflects both the area's natural assets and the caliber of construction that has followed ongoing demand from out-of-market buyers relocating from larger cities.
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Asheville Luxury Homes FAQs
What does the luxury home market look like in Asheville NC?
Asheville's luxury market featuring homes over $1 million includes custom-built homes, estate properties, mountain view properties, and architect-designed homes across Buncombe County. Cumulative days on market (CDOM) for luxury homes for sale over $1.5 million is 56% higher than the overall market — 141 days CDOM for luxury listings compared to 90 CDOM for all listings. While this search features homes over $1 million, many luxury homes would be classified at the higher price point of $1.5 million+.
What neighborhoods in Asheville have homes over $1 million?
The Asheville market has experienced notable appreciation which has resulted in homes of $1 million+ popping up across neighborhoods in Asheville. However, they are especially prevalent in neighborhoods such as Biltmore Park, The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, The Ramble at Biltmore Forest, Kenilworth, Town Mountain, and Grove Park, as well as luxury homes on private acreage across Buncombe County.
Is Asheville a good place to buy a luxury home as a second residence?
Yes, Asheville's cultural amenities, temperate climate, and beautiful scenery have resulted in it becoming one of the most desirable second-home markets in the Southeast, especially among buyers from Florida, Atlanta, Charlotte, Raleigh, and other areas in the Northeast who are seeking a more mild winter without sacrificing four distinct seasons.
How is buying a luxury home in Asheville different from a standard transaction?
Luxury transactions can involve complex negotiations including longer due diligence periods, and private showings by appointment. Working with an experienced local agent familiar with the luxury and second-home market is critically important and an area that GreyBeard Realty agents specialize in.
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