
Land for Sale in Leicester, North Carolina
Potato Branch Rd, Leicester, NC 28748
Envision a property nestled in the South Turkey Creek area of Buncombe County, North Carolina, encompassing 12.3 gently rolling acres. At the heart of this expansive tract lies a majestic knoll rising to a height of 2475 feet, offering spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding Western North Carolina mountains. This property provides a rare combination of serene privacy and accessibility, with the convenience of an already constructed road leading directly to the elevated building site. Whether your dream is to build a secluded mountain escape or a spacious family residence, this property offers a blank canvas with no restrictions, allowing for complete creative freedom. The diverse terrain features gently sloping land, perfect for building a home with a lower level or terrace, alongside wooded areas teeming with wildlife. The South Turkey Creek area itself boasts a rich history, with some family farms in the area having been in continuous family ownership for over 100 years.
Location
- Street address
- Potato Branch Rd
- County
- Buncombe County
- Elevation
- 2,434 feet
Directions
From Leicester Highway (NC 63) turn onto Newfound Road. Continue on Newfound Road for approximately 5 miles and turn right onto Morgan Branch Road. Drive on Morgan Branch Road for about one mile and road will make a sharp right turn. This is where Potato Branch Road begins. Continue on the paved road for another 2 miles and property gate will be on the right. Property can also be accessed from Leicester Highway by turning onto South Turkey Creek Rd and driving for approximately 3 miles and then bear to the left onto Potato Branch Road. Property starts on the left at the intersection. Gate is about 0.25 miles on left.
Property details
- Acreage
- 12.3 acres
- MLS #
- CMLS 4271683
- Posted
Parcels
- 8780-33-6646
Legal description
12.3 Unimproved acres off of Potato Branch Road
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Franchise
- ERA Real Estate
Exterior
- Fencing
- Barbed Wire
Structure
- Water
- Well Needed
- Sewer
- Septic Needed
Nearby schools
| Name | Level | District | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leicester/Eblen | Elementary | — | — |
| Clyde A Erwin | Middle | — | — |
| Clyde A Erwin | High | — | — |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 3, 2025 | Under contract | $325,000 | — | CMLS |
| June 20, 2025 | New listing | $325,000 | — | CMLS |































