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Residential Land with Home for Sale in Leicester, North Carolina

198 Brooks Branch Rd, Leicester, NC 28748

$960,000
8.54 acres
Active
ago
Est $5,288/mo

This unique homestead offers a rare blend of comfortable living, income potential, and truly distinctive outdoor amenities over almost 9 acres. Inside the main house, designed for both everyday living and entertaining, you will find numerous updates throughout the 3,235 square feet dwelling. The heart of the house, a modern kitchen, features an 8-foot center island, custom cabinets, and quartz countertops. The large primary bedroom includes a completely remodeled bathroom that features marble throughout, a custom-made vanity, a large soaking tub, and a roomy walk-in shower. Step outside from one of four doors to the new, expanded Trex back deck and enjoy sweeping views-an ideal setting for watching the sunrise with your morning coffee or evening gatherings. Downstairs, you will find a dedicated professional workshop-ideal for serious projects, hobbies, or a home-based business. The grounds are equally impressive, featuring a large fenced area perfect for pups, along with an extraordinary conifer garden that serves as a designated reference site with over 200 species. Adding to the property's one-of-a-kind appeal, you'll find a stocked pond, a barn that is ready for chickens, and a disc-golf course that winds over the creeks and through the woods. The property features hiking trails throughout, including one that leads to the top of a ridge offering expansive views and camping opportunities. Enjoy apples and blueberries grown on this secluded property while watching ducks on the pond. A separate, updated 1-bedroom apartment adds outstanding flexibility for guests, multi-generational living, or potential rental income. Only 25 minutes from downtown Asheville, this truly unique property, offering space, privacy, versatility, and unforgettable outdoor features, making it a property you must see to appreciate.

3,766
Sq feet
4
Beds
3
Full baths
1
1/2 bath
1982
Built

Location

Street address
198 Brooks Branch Rd
Elevation
2,361 feet
Coordinates
35.6147, -82.7387

Directions

GPS Works! From Asheville: 240 West to Patton Ave. Turn Right on New Leicester Hwy. Turn left on Newfound Rd. 5 miles to Right on Brooks Branch Rd. .8 miles to 198 Brooks Branch on the left.

Property details

Acreage
8.54 acres
Zoning
OU
MLS #
CMLS 4342516
Posted

Parcels

  • 8689-99-0595-00000

Legal description

Details and features

Listing

Type
Residential
Subtype
Single Family Residence
Zoning
Ou
Franchise
Independent

Lot

Features
Hilly, Pond(s), Private, Views, Wooded

Exterior

Parking
Driveway
Pool
Deck, Porch
Features
Fire Pit

Structure

Stories
1
Basement
Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
Water
Well
Heating
Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Roof
Composition

Interior

Room Count
10
Rooms
Basement, Bathroom x 4, Bedroom x 4, Dining Room, Laundry Room x 2
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
Breakfast Bar, Built-In Features, Drop Zone, Entrance Foyer, Garden Tub, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s)

Listing history

DateEventPriceChangeSource
Feb 6, 2026New listing$960,000CMLS
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This 8.54-acre property is located at 198 Brooks Branch Rd in Leicester, NC 28748. The property is available for sale for $960,000. It has a 3,766 sq ft 4 bedroom, 3 bath house built in 1982.

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