The Magic of Asheville and the North Carolina Mountains

The city of Asheville may be smaller than some metropolitan areas, however, just like larger cities such as Atlanta, New York City, San Francisco and Seattle, Asheville can be separated into various sections, each with its own exciting advantages. North Asheville has always been a special place. Since the heyday of the Vanderbilt family in the 1920’s, North Asheville has been a place for artists, professionals, socialites, writers, and celebrities to congregate and live life to the fullest. One of the most famous examples of this is the internationally known Grove Park Inn.

Perks to Buying Property in North Asheville

University of North Carolina – Asheville (UNCA)

One of North Asheville’s greatest perks is its close proximity to UNCA, a fantastic university located in the heart of Asheville. The UNCA campus is not only an excellent college, but is also a popular location for many music and arts events throughout the year. In warmer weather, concerts happen both in the university’s many auditoriums and outdoors. The campus has many trails and paths to explore, not to mention exquisite mountain views.

Botanical Gardens and Greenway Development

Located on the edge of the UNCA campus, the Asheville Botanical Garden is a special sanctuary in the midst of North Asheville. Learn about native pants and enjoy the sounds of birds, insects and the creek while you wander the Botanical Garden grounds. Have a picnic in the meadow or visit the gazebo. There are flowers, trees and herbs of all kinds to explore. In addition Asheville is currently in the process of finishing a greenway that runs from UNCA and the Botanical Garden all the way to the heart of downtown. Bike, jog or walk the paths along the edge of the historic Montford neighborhood. The greenway is being built so leaving vehicles at home is a more inviting option for students and other local residents.

Merrimon Avenue Provides Convenient Shopping and Restaurants

Merrimon Avenue is the main thoroughfare in North Asheville and is home to many shops, restaurants, retail stores, pharmacies and more. A post office, multiple grocery stores, the Asheville Pizza and Brew Company (a staple of the area) and much more can be found within just a couple of miles of downtown. Everything from McDonald’s to sushi to Mexican cuisine or Southern style home cooking can be found on Merrimon.

Beaverdam Lake Neightborhood

Travel North towards the small community of Woodfin and you will pass Beaverdam Lake. The Beaverdam neighborhood is a picturesque community located along the edge of the lake. Residents have private access to canoeing and the public has access to all walking trails and the bird sanctuary nestled at the Southern most point of the lake. During the warmer months local residents can be seen boating, jogging, walking and enjoying the mountain weather with family, friends and pets. An exciting new addition to the neighborhood, just up the road from Beaverdam Lake, is the new YMCA, built at the base of the Reynold’s Mountain community. This new facility helps residents in North Asheville avoid traffic and save time.

Real Estate and Economic Development in Woodfin

Woodfin is a small township located just North of Asheville and just South of Weaverville. Over the last five years Woodfin has started to grow. New businesses have opened up and consistently more affordable real estate prices have made it a destination for first time homebuyers. In the next decade the township of Woodfin plans to complete major residential and commercial developments. Woodfin is on its way to becoming a beautiful, inviting community that attracts professionals, families and new homebuyers relocating to the Asheville area.

Weaverville NC: A Quaint, Close-Knit Community Just 10 Minutes from Downtown Asheville

Just North of Asheville, only 3 exits on the highway, is Weaverville, a small town with a great reputation for a tight-knit community, incredible local arts, delicious local restaurants and unique retail stores. Downtown Weaverville is in many ways a picture of what Asheville once was. Main Street is home to multiple local businesses and makes you feel like you are in a simple, rural, mountain village. Easy access to the highway makes commuting to work simple and close proximity to Walmart, Lowes, grocery stores and other retail outlets make it convenient to stay local.

North Asheville is just one section of this fair mountain city. East, South and West Asheville also offer unique advantages for potential homebuyers and have their own rich history. Be sure to hire a real estate agent that can show you all areas of the city and help you make the best real estate decision for your lifestyle.