Ridgecrest Homes for Sale
Why Live In
Ridgecrest NC
Neighboring the quaint town of Black Mountain and just minutes from Old Fort, NC, Ridgecrest is a small unincorporated town that shares a Black Mountain mailing address. Ridgecrest Conference Center is central to the town and hosts number of conferences and retreats each year as well as running affiliated Camp Ridgecrest for Boys and Camp Crestridge for Girls. Ridgecrest is also home to mountain biking enthusiasts' favorite Kitsuma Peak trail which connects to the Point Lookout Greenway Trail.
Ridgecrest Homes for Sale
Black Mountain NC, 11 Starlight Drive
- List Price$799,000
- TownBlack Mountain
- StateNC
- Bed4
- Bath3
- SqFt2,618
Black Mountain NC, 32 Tucker Road
- List Price$545,000
- TownBlack Mountain
- StateNC
- Bed3
- Bath3
- SqFt2,670
Outdoor Recreation
and Lifestyle
The Ridgecrest Trailhead of the Point Lookout Trail is a highlight of life in Ridgecrest. The trail spans 3.75 miles from Ridgecrest to Old Fort and includes expansive mountain views of Royal Gorge from Point Lookout which is located about a mile in from the Ridgecrest trailhead. The paved trail was once an old road that served traffic until 1982. In addition to the hikers that utilize Point Lookout Trail, it also serves as a connection route between Ridgecrest and Old Fort for mountain bikers that are enjoying the renowned Kitsuma Trail.
Kitsuma Trail includes over 2,000 feet of elevation change from its access point near the Ridgecrest Conference Center. The trail includes a steep climb, 14 switchbacks, and an almost 3-mile zipping downhill trail that is sure to delight mountain biking enthusiasts until it terminates at the Old Fort Picnic area which is adjacent to the Point Lookout Trail access.
While Kitsuma and Point Lookout Trail are central to Ridgecrest, the area is also located in close proximity to the Montreat trail system and Old Fort's Catawba Falls, offering boundless opportunity for exploration with very short commute times.
Living in
Ridgecrest NC
Located between Old Fort and Black Mountain and neighboring Swannanoa Valley, Ridgecrest NC has a small town rural feel, while still offering easy access to the shops and restaurants of downtown Black Mountain an the trails of Montreat. While there is no town center, Ridgecrest is a peaceful environment for residents to enjoy a quiet lifestyle without having to sacrifice a thirst for adventure or cultural exploration — all located mere minutes from home.
Expert Guidance on Ridgecrest Homes for Sale
Browse Ridgecrest real estate, and contact our team of local brokers at GreyBeard Realty to start the buying or selling process in this peaceful community. Ridgecrest's housing market tends to closely align with neighboring Black Mountain. While home styles vary, it's not uncommon to be able to find a bit more privacy on wooded lots in Ridgecrest.