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This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 198 Brooks Branch Road in Leicester, NC is listed for $920,000 ($244 per sqft). Built in 1982, the home offers 3,766 sqft of living space on a 8.54 acres lot.

Agent Description

This unique homestead offers a rare blend of comfortable living, income potential, and truly distinctive outdoor amenities over almost 9 acres. Inside the main house, designed for both everyday living and entertaining, you will find numerous updates throughout the 3,235 square feet dwelling.

The heart of the house, a modern kitchen, features an 8-foot center island, custom cabinets, and quartz countertops. The large primary bedroom includes a completely remodeled bathroom that features marble throughout, a custom-made vanity, a large soaking tub, and a roomy walk-in shower.

Step outside from one of four doors to the new, expanded Trex back deck and enjoy sweeping views-an ideal setting for watching the sunrise with your morning coffee or evening gatherings. Downstairs, you will find a dedicated professional workshop-ideal for serious projects, hobbies, or a home-based business.

The grounds are equally impressive, featuring a large fenced area perfect for pups, along with an extraordinary conifer garden that serves as a designated reference site with over 200 species. Adding to the property's one-of-a-kind appeal, you'll find a stocked pond, a barn that is ready for chickens, and a disc-golf course that winds over the creeks and through the woods.

The property features hiking trails throughout, including one that leads to the top of a ridge offering expansive views and camping opportunities. Enjoy apples and blueberries grown on this secluded property while watching ducks on the pond. A separate, updated 1-bedroom apartment adds outstanding flexibility for guests, multi-generational living, or potential rental income.

Only 25 minutes from downtown Asheville, this truly unique property, offering space, privacy, versatility, and unforgettable outdoor features, making it a property you must see to appreciate.

Key Features

  • Built in 1982
  • 8.54 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 story
3 full, 1 half
1982

Amenities

FireplaceA/C

Monthly Cost Estimate

$4,920/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$665
Interest$3,987
Insurance$268

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

198 Brooks Branch Road

Leicester, NC 28748

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Breakfast BarBuilt-in FeaturesDrop ZoneEntrance FoyerGarden TubKitchen IslandWalk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features

Fire Pit

Property Details

Flooring

WoodTile

Pool Features

PorchDeck

Parking

Driveway

Heating

Forced AirHeat Pump (Heating)

Cooling

Heat PumpCentral Air

Appliances

DishwasherDryerMicrowaveOvenRefrigeratorWasher

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom single family at 198 Brooks Branch Road is listed at $920,000 ($244/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $3,987 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1982, 8.54 acre lot, Fireplace. Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Drop Zone. Exterior Features: Fire Pit.

This property is listed by Ellen McGuire and can be reached at 8285517027 or ellen@ijbproperties.com.

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Ellen McGuire

Agent at Ivester Jackson Blackstream

(828) 551-7027

Listed by Ivester Jackson Blackstream · View on Broker Site

MLS# 4342516· Source: listhub· Updated 115 days ago

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198 Brooks Branch Road, Leicester, NC 28748

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