ADJOINS NATIONAL FOREST WITH EXTRA WOODED LOT!!! This property adjoins Pisgah National Forest and is only a short hike away from the Blue Ridge Parkway. The easy-living 3 bed, 2.5 bathroom brick ranch home is nestled in the mountains giving you the ultimate privacy! Treat yourself to this primary suite with a beautiful bathroom with a walk-in shower! Your living room has plenty of natural light looking out on your private yard. The front patio, back deck, and level yard are perfect places to take in the fresh air. The finished basement has a wood stove, recessed lighting, and even inset built-in shelves! The 2-car garage provides tons of storage space as well! Country living meets accessibility here! This property is less than 20 minutes from Arden’s center, and 30 minutes from Asheville, Hendersonville, and Brevard. Claim this home for yourself - schedule a showing, come take a look!
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
0.91 acresLot Size
$262Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tucker Rhinehart• Keller Williams Elite Realty
DESIRABLE AVERYS CREEK 3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOME ON ALMOST AN ACRE. THIS PROPERTY ADJOINS THE PISGAH NATIONAL FOREST. WELL MAINTAINED HOME NESTLED IN THE WOODS FOR WONDERFUL PRIVACY. EASY LIVING ONE LEVEL HOME. HAVE TIME TO ENJOY THE HOUSE WITH THIS LOW MAINTENANCE BRICK HOME. NEW HEAT PUMP, UPDATED KITCHEN,NEWER DOUBLE PANE WINDOWS, LARGE BACK DECK FOR ENTERTAINING, LEVEL YARD, WOOD STOVE IN BASEMENT, 2 CAR GARAGE WITH STORAGE. COME ENJOY NATURE
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,949 (+4.7%)
$62,600 + $239,800
$302,400
2024
$1,862 (+3.3%)
$62,600 + $239,800
$302,400
2023
$1,802 (+10.4%)
$62,600 + $239,800
$302,400
2022
$1,633
$62,600 + $239,800
$302,400
2021
$1,633 (+9.7%)
$58,800 + $219,900
$278,700
2020
$1,489
$58,800 + $219,900
$278,700
2019
$1,489
$51,700 + $184,600
$236,300
2018
$1,489
$51,700 + $184,600
$236,300
2017
$1,489 (+21.6%)
$51,700 + $184,600
$236,300
2016
$1,224 (+8.6%)
$51,700 + $184,600
$236,300
2015
$1,127
$44,500 + $131,700
$176,200
2014
$1,127
$44,500 + $117,700
$162,200
Tax history for 40 Greenleaf Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,949 (+4.7%)
$62,600 + $239,800
$302,400
2024
$1,862 (+3.3%)
$62,600 + $239,800
$302,400
2023
$1,802 (+10.4%)
$62,600 + $239,800
$302,400
2022
$1,633
$62,600 + $239,800
$302,400
2021
$1,633 (+9.7%)
$58,800 + $219,900
$278,700
2020
$1,489
$58,800 + $219,900
$278,700
2019
$1,489
$51,700 + $184,600
$236,300
2018
$1,489
$51,700 + $184,600
$236,300
2017
$1,489 (+21.6%)
$51,700 + $184,600
$236,300
2016
$1,224 (+8.6%)
$51,700 + $184,600
$236,300
2015
$1,127
$44,500 + $131,700
$176,200
2014
$1,127
$44,500 + $117,700
$162,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.89 Acres
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
1,905
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
962401116900000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-LD
Low-Density Residential District
The R-LD Low-Density Residential District is primarily intended to provide locations for low-density residential and related-type development in areas where topographic or other constraints preclude intense urban development. These areas are not likely to have public water and sewer services available, and the minimum required lot area will be one acre unless additional land area is required for adequate sewage disposal. These are environmentally sensitive areas that are characterized by one or more of the following conditions: Steep slopes, fragile soils, or flooding.
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick
Construction Status: Complete
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Porch: Deck
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.91
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Avery's Creek/Koontz
Middle Or Junior High School: Valley Springs
High School: T.C. Roberson
Location Information
Directions: From Hendersonville Rd, turn right onto Overlook Rd. Turn right onto NC-146 W/Long Shoals Rd, then turn left onto NC-191 S. Turn right onto Avery Creek Rd, then turn right onto Greenleaf Rd. House will be on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,905
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.89 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Buncombe County
APN: 962401116900000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Home Information
Total Primary HLA: 1980
Living Area: 1980
Below Grade Finished Area: 597
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1383
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 1980
Foundation Details: Basement, Crawl Space
Structure Type: One Story Basement
Around this home
Schools
Avery's Creek Elementary
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 3.0mi
7/10
Valley Springs Middle
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 5.2mi
9/10
T C Roberson High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 96° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$493,000 – $596,000
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