If you’re fortunate enough to tour this property, you’ll immediately understand that this is more than land; it’s a piece of Appalachian history. Its beauty is something to be experienced, not just seen.
Set on 41 unrestricted acres in the highly desirable Sandy Mush Valley, these parcels present a rare opportunity just minutes from Asheville. Priced under $25,000 per acre, it delivers exceptional value in one of Western North Carolina’s most active growth corridors.
Offered as two parcels, the property provides exceptional flexibility for a private estate, multi-generational compound, farm, or low-density residential development (buyer to verify zoning, subdivision, and land-use potential). With no known restrictions, this is an ideal opportunity for builders, developers, or investors seeking usable acreage with long-term upside.
The front acre is cleared and build-ready, complete with well and septic, ideal for immediate construction, model home, or phased development. A level homesite with expansive views offers a rare and highly desirable building envelope.
The remaining 40 acres feature gently rolling topography, multiple potential homesites, and strong subdivision potential. Mature hardwoods, a year-round creek, and a blend of mountain and pastoral views enhance both marketability and end-user appeal. Two access points provide added flexibility for site planning, infrastructure layout, or future lot division.
Located in the historic Sandy Mush Valley, the property is surrounded by protected land and working farms, supporting long-term value and preserving the area’s natural character. Convenient access to Asheville, Weaverville, and major highways positions this property for continued demand and absorption.
Whether you’re planning a private estate, small-scale development, or land investment, this is a compelling opportunity with scale, flexibility, and strong development potential in a high-demand Western North Carolina market.
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$996,300
411 Big Sandy Mush Rd, Leicester, NC 28748
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41Acres
Unimproved Land
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41 Acres Lot
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What's special
Mature hardwoodsGently rolling topographyTwo access pointsYear-round creek
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Jennifer Breslin jennifer@ROGPivot.com,
Realty ONE Group Pivot Hendersonville
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4242746
Facts & features
Interior
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: None, Creek, Creek/Stream
- Frontage length: Road Frontage: 411
Lot
- Size: 41 Acres
- Features: Pasture, Private, Wooded, Views
Details
- Additional parcels included: 8762716656
- Parcel number: 8762716656
- Zoning: OU
- Special conditions: Subject to Lease
- Horse amenities: Pasture
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well, Well Needed
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Underground Power Lines, Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Leicester
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $342,800
- Date on market: 5/12/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 250 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 3/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $996,300+1.3% |
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| 12/5/2025 | Listing removed | $984,000 |
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| 6/18/2025 | Price change | $984,000-1.2% |
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| 5/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $996,300 |
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Public tax history
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Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment
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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28748
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Leicester ElementaryGrades: PK-4Distance: 5.1 mi
- 6/10Clyde A Erwin Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 10.5 mi
- 3/10Clyde A Erwin HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 10.3 mi
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- North Carolina
- Buncombe County
- Leicester
- 28748
- 411 Big Sandy Mush Rd




