196 Tipton Hill Road, Leicester NC

  • 3 Bed
  • 2 Bath
  • 1333 ft2
  • 0.3 ac

For Sale $425,000

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Escape to the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains at 196 Tipton Hill Road, where breathtaking long-range mountain views, exceptional care, and peaceful country living create the perfect mountain retreat. Beautifully situated on a meticulously landscaped homesite with no HOA, this move-in-ready home offers approximately 1,333 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space featuring three bedrooms and two full baths, blending comfort, functionality, and timeless charm. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, a second home, or an investment property, this home offers the flexibility buyers are looking for, with short-term rental potential subject to county regulations. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the outstanding curb appeal created by mature landscaping, colorful seasonal plantings, and the evident pride of ownership throughout. The inviting screened front porch is the perfect place to unwind at the end of the day while enjoying spectacular sunsets that paint the western sky in brilliant colors. Inside, natural light fills the home, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere that reflects the care this property has received over the years. Designed to embrace outdoor living, the home offers multiple spaces to relax, entertain, and take in the spectacular scenery. A spacious side deck overlooks the fully fenced side yard, providing a wonderful space for pets, gardening, or simply enjoying the outdoors in privacy. The expansive rear deck is truly the centerpiece of the property, showcasing breathtaking layered, long-range views of the Blue Ridge Mountains that provide an ever-changing backdrop throughout every season. Start your mornings with unforgettable sunrises rising over the mountains, and in the evenings, enjoy mesmerizing moonrises that illuminate the landscape, creating a peaceful setting unlike any other. Whether hosting family and friends, enjoying dinner outdoors, or simply soaking in the panoramic scenery, this remarkable space is one you'll never want to leave. Adding even more versatility is the detached workshop, ideal for woodworking, hobbies, crafts, storage, or a home-based business. Just beyond, an additional deck nestled beside the workshop offers another peaceful destination to relax while overlooking the beautifully landscaped yard and taking in the same incredible mountain views. Every outdoor space has been thoughtfully designed to maximize both beauty and functionality, creating your own private mountain sanctuary. One of the property's most unique lifestyle features is its location along picturesque Tipton Hill Road, a favorite among walkers, cyclists, runners, and outdoor enthusiasts. Step outside your front door and enjoy leisurely walks or bike rides along this scenic mountain road, where breathtaking 360-degree mountain vistas unfold around nearly every bend. The quiet surroundings, fresh mountain air, and stunning scenery make this one of Western North Carolina's hidden gems for those who appreciate an active outdoor lifestyle and the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Despite its peaceful mountain setting, the home is conveniently located within an easy drive of downtown Asheville, downtown Weaverville, shopping, dining, breweries, healthcare, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and countless hiking trails, waterfalls, and outdoor adventures. Offering no HOA, short-term rental potential, beautiful landscaping, multiple outdoor living areas, a screened front porch, side deck, expansive rear deck, fenced yard, detached workshop, and unforgettable Blue Ridge Mountain views, this exceptional property captures everything buyers dream of when searching for a Western North Carolina mountain home. Opportunities like this are rare—where meticulous care, extraordinary scenery, investment potential, and the freedom to enjoy mountain living come together in one remarkable property.

Interior Features:

Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan

General Information:

List Price: $425,000
Status: For Sale
Bedrooms: 3
Type: Single Family Residence
Approx Sq. Ft.: 1333 sqft
Parking: Parking Space(s)
MLS Number: CAR4402403
Subdivision: None
Bathrooms: 2
Lot Description: Level, Wooded, Views
Year Built: 2018
Sewer Type: Septic Installed

Assigned Schools:

Elementary: North Buncombe
Middle: North Windy Ridge
High: North Buncombe

Price & Sales History

Date Event Price $/SQFT
07-22-2026 Listed $425,000 $319
12-04-2025 Price Decrease $650,000-7.14% $488
10-14-2025 Listed $700,000 $526

Nearby Schools

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School Name Distance Grades Rating
Ira B Jones Elementary 8 miles PK-05 8
Claxton Elementary 9 miles KG-05 6
Vance Elementary 9 miles KG-05 9
Isaac Dickson Elementary 9 miles PK-05 9
Francine Delany New School for Children 9 miles KG-06 9
Hall Fletcher Elementary 10 miles PK-05 2

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196 Tipton Hill Road, Leicester NC 0 mi $425,000 days
209 Breton Ridge Road, Leicester NC 0.2 mi $385,000 days
271 Breton Ridge Road, Leicester NC 0.4 mi $505,000 days
1 Mustang Drive, Leicester NC 0.5 mi $199,000 days
16 Rocking Chair Lane, Leicester NC 0.7 mi $1,690,000 days
4 Sweet Birch Drive, Alexander NC 0.7 mi $289,900 days
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    A Courtesy Listing Provided By Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-North

    196 Tipton Hill Road, Leicester NC is a 1333 ft2 on a 0.330 acres lot. This is for $425,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and was built in 2018.

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