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Historic Homes Across WNC
Looking Glass Realty is dedicated to providing access to all the historic homes for sale in WNC. Whether you're searching for a home on a farmstead in one of our historic communities or want an established home in town, you've come to the right place.
Our region has many groups dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of the region. Listings include homes built prior to 1940, starting with the most recently added.
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Historic Brevard
From walking tours to live performances, Brevard's history is woven into daily life
Downtown Walking Tours
Self-guided and docent-led walking tours pass by landmark buildings, historic churches, and notable residences dating to the town's founding in 1861.
Brevard Music Center
For over 80 summers, the Brevard Music Center has hosted world-class orchestral and chamber performances in a wooded campus just minutes from downtown.
Transylvania Heritage Museum
Explore the county's history through exhibits on early settlers, the timber and tanning industries, and the families who shaped Brevard into a mountain destination.
Antique Shopping
Browse curated antique shops and vintage dealers along Main Street, offering Appalachian folk art, estate furniture, and architectural salvage finds.
Historic Main Street
Brevard's Main Street retains its small-town character with independent bookstores, locally owned restaurants, and storefronts housed in early 20th-century buildings.
Garden & Estate Tours
Seasonal garden tours showcase the mature landscapes and estate grounds of Brevard's oldest properties, many featuring heirloom plantings and native hardwoods.
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Looking Glass Realty
Our agents understand the nuances of buying and selling historic properties, from navigating preservation guidelines and historic tax credits to evaluating original construction and period-appropriate renovations. Let us help you find a home with a story.