257 Browntown Rd, Leicester, NC, 28748

$529,500

Home List Price

$6,288*

Closing Credit

2 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
1,530 SqFt
$346/SqFt
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257 Browntown Rd, Leicester$529,500

Buyer Closing Credits

$6,288*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDriveway, Detached Garage
Year Built1997
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
BasementYes
FireplaceWood Burning Stove, Other - See Remarks
ViewMountain(s)
MLS #4115481
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Active Under Contract)

About 257 Browntown Rd

Picturesque Mountain Home on over 2.5 acres incl. ADD building lot. Enjoy the sunrise & YEAR ROUND MOUNTAIN VIEWS from your covered front porch. This sunny & spacious level, rolling property is perfect for gardening w/ mature trees for privacy & year-round blooms...OR build another home on the additional lot. The north end of the property is bordered by a creek. The main level offers a spacious open split floorplan with 2bed/2 bath, vaulted ceilings, hdwd flrs, utility room, screen back porch & more. 1260sqft finished Basement/studio offers separate living quarters/apartment that seller used as a successful STR (financials avail. upon request). King wood stove in basement & a wall mounted infrared heater. Dreamy detached double car garage/shop w/ a 240V power. Artisan Well 689 ft (per seller) with a carbon water filter. Fiber Optic Internet and an easy drive 15min drive to West AVL w/ tons of room to stretch out and garden. You will love this property!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Living Area: 1,530 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Town and Mountain Realty

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Concrete
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Other - See Remarks
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning Stove, Other - See Remarks

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • View: Mountain(s)

Parking Information:

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Driveway, Detached Garage

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Asheville. Take Leicester Hwy / NC-63W for 4 mi. to Newfound Rd. Turn LEFT for 3 miles. Turn RIGHT onto BROWNTOWN Rd. Turn RIGHT onto SHALLOW BRANCH Rd. If you take the RT onto Brownton at the Gas station stay to the left. If you take the second Browntown Rd. then you will turn LEFT onto Shallow Branch. Once on Shallow Branch Rd. take the second paved driveway on your left to the house.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $529,500
  • Price Per SqFt: $346/SqFt

HOA Fees:

  • Amount: $100
  • Frequency: Annually

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,378
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Leicester, NC

City

Med. Sold Price

$385K

Med. Price/SqFt

$226

Avg. Days On Market

34

# of Sold Homes

8

257 Browntown Rd vs Leicester

15 DAYS ON ROCKET

-19 Days

$529,500

+$144.5K More

$346/SqFt

+$120 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $144.5K more than the Median Sold Price and $120/SqFt more than other homes in Leicester, NC.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #4115481

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Town and Mountain Realty

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$1,378$215,400
2020$1,378$206,000
2019$1,379$206,200
2017$1,400$206,200

History based on county public records data.

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Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,654

Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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6
/10

  • Leicester Elementary School

  • 31 Gilbert Rd

  • 2.73 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-4

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8
/10

  • West Buncombe Elementary School

  • 175 Erwin Hills Rd

  • 5.64 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-4

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5
/10

  • Candler Elementary School

  • 121 Candler School Rd

  • 5.83 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $47,310. The majority of Leicester, NC residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 257 Browntown Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 257 Browntown Rd property is $529,500.

What type of property is this?

The property 257 Browntown Rd is a house located in Leicester, North Carolina, 28748.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 257 Browntown Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $1,378 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 257 Browntown Rd has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 257 Browntown Rd is 1,530 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 257 Browntown Rd is 1997.

Rocket Homes›North Carolina›Buncombe County›Leicester›28748›257 Browntown Rd

This home is located at 257 Browntown Rd in Leicester, NC and zip code 28748. This 1,530 square foot home was built in 1997. Features: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 16, 2024 and is currently priced at $529,500.

Leicester, NC housing market in March 2024 saw over 2 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 5 sold below. In March 2024 in Leicester, NC there were 43.6% more homes for sale than in February 2024. In March 2024, listings were on the market for 34 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $385,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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