Residential Land for Sale in Swannanoa, North Carolina
477 Rowland Rd, Swannanoa, NC 28778
Prime 6+ Acre Parcel in Swannanoa - Minutes to Asheville & Black Mountain Bring your dream home to life on this desirable 6+ acre parcel in the heart of Swannanoa. With sweeping long-range mountain views and gently buildable terrain, this property offers the perfect blend of natural beauty, privacy, and convenience. Swannanoa is home to local favorites like a vibrant brewery, the popular Short Sleeves Coffee Shop, Okie Dokies Smokehouse, and the now-infamous Burnt Pretzels-giving you small-town charm with personality and flavor right at your doorstep. Tucked away for a secluded feel yet just minutes from both Asheville and Black Mountain, this land presents a rare opportunity to create a private estate or mountain retreat. City water is nearby (buyer to confirm availability and connection options), and potential septic sites add flexibility for development. Currently part of a 17-lot subdivision plat, the property offers ample space and versatility to accommodate your vision-whether that's a custom home, multi-generational homestead, or peaceful getaway.
Location
- Street address
- 477 Rowland Rd
- County
- Buncombe County
- Community
- Sherwood Forest
- Elevation
- 2,208 feet
Directions
From Asheville, take I-240 East to exit 55. Turn left onto Porters Cove Rd. Turn right onto US-70 E. Turn left onto Rowland Rd.
Property details
- Acreage
- 6.4 acres
- MLS #
- CMLS 4220833
- Posted
Parcels
- 9689-02-0272-00000
Legal description
All of lots 3-8 and lot 16 as shown on PB 116 at pg 19
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Franchise
- Keller Williams Realty
Lot
- Features
- Cul-De-Sac, Views, Wooded
Nearby schools
| Name | Level | District | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| WD Williams | Elementary | — | — |
| Charles D Owen | Middle | — | — |
| Charles D Owen | High | — | — |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2025 | Price drop | $375,000 | $49,000 -11.6% | CMLS |
| Sept 27, 2025 | Price drop | $424,000 | $50,000 -10.5% | CMLS |
| July 24, 2025 | Relisted | $474,000 | — | CMLS |
| July 9, 2025 | Listing removed | $499,000 | — | Listing agent |
| Apr 18, 2025 | Back on market | $499,000 | — | CMLS |
| Apr 8, 2025 | Under contract | $499,000 | — | CMLS |
| Feb 20, 2025 | New listing | $499,000 | — | CMLS |