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Why Live in Swannanoa, NC

Neighboring the quaint town of Black Mountain and a few short minutes from the East Asheville area, Swannanoa has a population of around 5,000 and is named after the Swannanoa River that runs through it. In fact, the name Swannanoa is derived from a Cherokee word that translates to "beautiful river." The community is home to Warren Wilson College, a private liberal arts college, with a 1000-acre bucolic campus setting, a climate-conscious academic culture, and degree programs spanning sustainability, environmental science, arts and humanities, and social sciences.

Commuting to Asheville

Many residents choose to live in Swannanoa due to its proximity to Asheville, which includes an easy 10-15 minute commute via I-40 West or Highway 70. Swannanoa is also only 5 minutes from downtown Black Mountain, providing the best of both worlds: city convenience and small-town charm. For those who call it home, Swannanoa's rural life, combined with its access to Asheville's art, restaurants, and activities, is one of its primary draws. 

Swannanoa Schools

Swannanoa is incorporated in the Owen District of Buncombe County Schools. Students from both Black Mountain and Swannanoa attend Owen Middle School and Owen High School W.D. Williams Elementary School, however, is the dedicated Swannanoa Pre-K - 5 School. Also located in Swannanoa are Artspace Charter School and the Community High School. 

In terms of higher education, Warren Wilson College is located on the border of Swannanoa and East Asheville and specializes in a variety of environmental programs as well as liberal arts. Other nearby colleges in Black Mountain and Asheville include Montreat College, AB Tech Community College, and the University of North Carolina at Asheville.

Swannanoa NC
Aerial Video

Located east of Asheville and the western neighbor to Black Mountain, Swannanoa, NC is home to the high mountain ridges and homes near the Swannanoa River. Discover this scenic community in our aerial video.