Welcome to this well-kept 1963 ranch-style home, set on 2.62 usable acres in the scenic countryside of Leicester. With 3 bedrooms (plus a bonus room in the basement), 1.5 bathrooms, and an inviting layout, this property is ideal for those seeking comfort, space, and room to grow. Inside, you’ll find a bright living area with original hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, and a picture window showcasing mountain views. The spacious kitchen has been updated with fresh flooring, a gas cooktop, tile backsplash, and custom wood cabinetry—perfect for everyday cooking or gatherings. The heated basement features a finished bonus room that offers flexibility for an office, media space, hobby room, or additional living area. The property is fenced, ideal for gardening, small livestock, or other homestead dreams. There’s ample space for additional structures or simply enjoying the open land.
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
2.62 acresLot Size
$276Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Katlyn Crowe• Patton Allen Real Estate LLC
Contact: katlyn@pattonallenre.com
Bought with Judith Moolten• Grateful Mindset Properties
Sweet, well maintained and updated ranch on nearly four acres of BEAUTIFUL pasture land. Perfect for a mini farm, fenced and ready for your animals! Or could potentially be new home sites. Listing includes three parcels: 87090934981, 8790935745 & 8790936385. Homeowner has done many updates including flooring, fireplace, kitchen and bathrooms. Enclosed back patio with heater included. Full basement, great storage. Basement has potential to be finished out as an extra office space or bedroom.
Public Records
Apr 17, 2007
Sold
$255,000
$181/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,669 (+4.4%)
$38,500 + $204,500
$243,000
2024
$1,599 (+3.1%)
$38,500 + $204,500
$243,000
2023
$1,551 (+1.6%)
$53,500 + $189,500
$243,000
2022
$1,527
$53,500 + $189,500
$243,000
2021
$1,527 (+16.7%)
$53,500 + $189,500
$243,000
2020
$1,309
$53,500 + $189,500
$243,000
2019
$1,309
$53,500 + $142,100
$195,600
2018
$1,309 (−1.5%)
$53,500 + $142,100
$195,600
2017
$1,328 (+82.2%)
$53,500 + $142,100
$195,600
2016
$729 (−43.7%)
$53,500 + $142,100
$195,600
2015
$1,295 (+85.3%)
$50,400 + $123,700
$174,100
2014
$699
$50,400 + $123,700
$174,100
Tax history for 550 Old Newfound Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,669 (+4.4%)
$38,500 + $204,500
$243,000
2024
$1,599 (+3.1%)
$38,500 + $204,500
$243,000
2023
$1,551 (+1.6%)
$53,500 + $189,500
$243,000
2022
$1,527
$53,500 + $189,500
$243,000
2021
$1,527 (+16.7%)
$53,500 + $189,500
$243,000
2020
$1,309
$53,500 + $189,500
$243,000
2019
$1,309
$53,500 + $142,100
$195,600
2018
$1,309 (−1.5%)
$53,500 + $142,100
$195,600
2017
$1,328 (+82.2%)
$53,500 + $142,100
$195,600
2016
$729 (−43.7%)
$53,500 + $142,100
$195,600
2015
$1,295 (+85.3%)
$50,400 + $123,700
$174,100
2014
$699
$50,400 + $123,700
$174,100
*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
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.62 Acres
Year renovated
1963
Sq. Ft.
1,407
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
879093638500000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
OU
Open Use District
The OU Open Use District is established as a district in which all uses are allowed by right, except for certain uses that are regulated as conditional uses so as to ensure that neighborhood impact is mitigated. Additionally, those uses which are specific to the Airport Industry District (AI) are excluded from the OU Open Use District. The neighborhood impact from conditional uses will be mitigated through the use of minimum specific site standards combined with general standards which provide the flexibility to impose a higher level of specific site standards dependent upon the degree of neighborhood impact. No zoning permit shall be required for permitted uses in the OU Open Use District.
Appliances: Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Full, Vinyl
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Glass Enclosed, Patio
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard
Property Information
Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s), Other - See Remarks
Zoning Specification: OU
Lot Information
Lot Features: Pasture, Rolling Slope, Views
Lot Size Area: 2.62
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Leicester/Eblen
Middle Or Junior High School: Clyde A Erwin
High School: Clyde A Erwin
Location Information
Directions: From Patton Ave: Turn right onto Old Leicester Hwy. Go for 4.4 miles Turn left onto Newfound Rd. Go for 3 miles Turn right onto Browntown Rd. Go for 108 feet Turn slightly right onto Old Newfound Rd. Go for .1 mile 550 Old Newfound Rd. will be on the right
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,407
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.62 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1963
Year Renovated: 1963
County: Buncombe County
APN: 879093638500000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1407
Living Area: 1407
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,407
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1407
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Leicester Elementary
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.2mi
5/10
Clyde A Erwin Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.2mi
6/10
Clyde A Erwin High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 4.4mi
2/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Leicester, NC • 28748
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$370,000 – $448,000
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