Karen Lenk is a native of Buncombe County and resides in the beautiful Swannanoa Valley where she grew up and raised her three sons. Karen treasures the Appalachian Mountains she calls home and feels privileged to have extensive knowledge of the region and a connection to the communities within. After owning a successful business in downtown Asheville for over 15 years, Karen realized that her ability to connect with people and understand their needs would serve her in a real estate career. Karen is organized, detail oriented and customer service intense which translates to a real estate transaction that is efficient, effective and even fun!

When purchasing a home with Karen, she realizes this journey is a milestone in many people’s lives. Her willingness to spend the needed time with first time home buyers, folks relocating to our stunning mountains, or investors will give you confidence in your purchase. You will feel comfortable with the buying process as Karen’s insight into the area’s neighborhoods, small towns, communities and districts guide you to your ideal location. Karen will communicate thoroughly throughout the process so buyers are ‘in the know’. From home inspections, finance options and attorney interactions, you will feel at ease as she helps you navigate the transaction.

When listing your home with Karen, she will use her knowledge of the local market to obtain the most favorable terms for your sale. Karen will help you prepare from staging to market analysis, then advertising your home for optimum visibility. She realizes selling your home can come with a lot of emotions and each situation is unique and personal. Karen will make you feel supported through the process as she makes herself readily available for questions and concerns.

Away from work, you can find Karen maintaining her reign as longest running soccer Mom, enjoying the outdoors and local food scene with her partner, or catering to her beloved rescue cats.