Exceptional development or estate opportunity in Swannanoa. This offering includes 8.756 acres of gently lying, wooded land, plus an additional .079-acre road right-of-way, parcel B on survey, at the front providing over 100+ feet of road frontage for excellent access (ROW not owned by seller but benefits ingress/egress). Public utilities are nearby, with a 6-inch public water line available to the northern property line along Gibbs Street right-of-way, and there's a 6-inch public sewer line located a short distance from the property. With the extension of water and sewer, preliminary evaluations indicate the potential for approximately 25–30 lots. Current zoning would allow duplex construction of those lots, creating the possibility of 50–60 total units, subject to approvals. The property features multiple small streams, is not located in a designated flood zone, and offers highly buildable topography—a rare combination for a tract of this size. A site development opinion has been completed, and when considering topography, access, and utilities, the property presents strong development potential. Alternatively, the property would make a beautiful private estate, family compound, or long-term investment hold, offering privacy, natural beauty, and convenient proximity to Swannanoa, Black Mountain, and the greater Asheville area. A rare opportunity combining scale, infrastructure access, and zoning flexibility in a rapidly growing market. Zoning, density, and utility availability to be verified by the buyer with Buncombe County, the Town of Swannanoa, and applicable utility providers.
Cliffs at High Carolina, located between Swannanoa and Black Mountain, is a mountainside and residential Swannanoa neighborhood with ridge-top views and winding, wooded roads. The character concentrates around the NC-70 corridor near the Swannanoa River, where small galleries, coffee counters, and local outfitters set a casual, outdoors-forward tone. Homes lean toward contemporary mountain builds and craftsman-influenced designs, often oriented to the slope and tree canopy. Trail time and river scenery shape daily rhythms, with nearby access to the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Swannanoa Valley’s overlooks. Community touchstones include the Swannanoa Valley Museum, Black Mountain Center for the Arts, and Pisgah Brewing Company.
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Property details
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Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Wooded setting with views and waterfall on the property
Private and rolling terrain with level areas
Exterior features
Creek frontage with additional creek/stream on the parcel
Approximately 8.756 acres
Level areas with rolling slopes and wooded sections
Private acreage with scenic views and a waterfall
Paved public road access (publicly maintained)
Road frontage of about 100 feet
Home design
Property type is land (acreage)
Zoning R1
Suitable for cattle, farming, horses, private estate, development, subdevelopment, multi-family, recreational or residential use
Has additional parcels
Parking
Access via paved, publicly maintained road
Construction
Land parcel (no structures listed)
Utilities
Water available from city; tap fee required (see remarks)
Public sewer available; tap fee required (see remarks)
Other utility details referenced in remarks
HOA & community
No HOA
Other
Directions available to a neighboring address to locate the property (not the property address)
Electricity and solar
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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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Public service
Cemetery
Housing-Mobile home park
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 90° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 000 Lytle Cove Rd
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $435,000 and $800,000.
Nearby comparable homes
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