About the Area
Asheville at a Glance
Downtown Asheville is a bustling central business district bursting with commerce, restaurants, art, and entertainment, featuring vintage architecture and newly constructed buildings. Nearby cities include Greenville, SC (63 mi), Spartanburg, SC (70 mi), and Charlotte, NC (128 mi).
Nearly 250+ independent restaurants and food trucks offer everything from vegan and vegetarian options to locally sourced meats and cheeses. With 13 farmers' markets and a reputation as "Beer Town U.S.A.," Asheville also boasts the Biltmore Estate Winery and local cideries.
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Life in Asheville
Things to Do
From arts and culture to outdoor adventure, Asheville offers something for everyone
Arts & Culture
Asheville Art Museum, Thomas Wolfe House, Black Mountain College Museum, Asheville Museum of Science, Downtown Art District, BlueSpiral 1 Fine Arts Gallery, and The Haen Gallery. The River Arts District features working studios and galleries of hundreds of artists. First Friday Art Walks.
Live Music
Isis Music Hall, Diana Wortham Theater, The Grey Eagle, The Odd, The Orange Peel, and U.S. Cellular Center host acts year-round. Shindig on the Green is a beloved bluegrass festival tradition.
Food & Drink
Nearly 250+ independent restaurants and food trucks with vegan, vegetarian, and locally sourced options. 13 farmers' markets. Branded "Beer Town U.S.A." with the Biltmore Estate Winery and local cideries.
Outdoor Recreation
Hike, bike, and rock climb in the mountains, swim, fish, and paddle on the French Broad River and local lakes, or play a round of golf or a match of tennis. French Broad River Park, Carrier Park, and the Beaver Lake Perimeter Trail are local favorites.
Biltmore Estate
America's largest privately owned home sits right in Asheville. Tour the 250-room chateau, explore the gardens, and visit the on-site winery year-round.
Gardens & Nature
UNCA Botanical Gardens, NC Arboretum, French Broad Co-op, and Asheville City Market. Fitness centers and the Omni Grove Park Inn Golf Course & Spa round out the amenities.
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Neighborhoods & Communities
Asheville's neighborhoods each have their own vibe, from artsy and walkable to quiet and wooded.
Downtown Asheville
From $299,000
North Asheville
West Asheville
From $180,000
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Our team knows Asheville inside and out. Whether you're searching for a downtown condo, a North Asheville craftsman, or a mountain estate with long-range views, we'll match you with the right neighborhood and the right home. We live here, and we love helping others do the same.