Sales comparison approach using recent listings and sales in Candler View Estates. Adjusted for new construction, lot size, and premium finishes.
Arts & Crafts Home with Two-Story Great Room and Mountain Views
The first thing you notice at 1031 Hillside Ridge Road is the scale of the living space: a two-story Arts and Crafts great room that immediately sets a tone of thoughtful design and everyday comfort. Built in 2023 and offering 2,621 square feet, this three-bedroom, 2.5-bath home was planned for family life and flexible living. The generous main level places the primary suite where it’s most useful — private, accessible, and quietly removed from upstairs activity.
The kitchen is practical and well-detailed with stainless steel appliances, a generous walk-in pantry, and upgraded lighting that highlights durable laminate floors that run through much of the main living area. Adjoining the kitchen, the dining and great room create an easy entertaining circuit; the covered back deck extends that footprint to the outdoors where a custom firepit anchors an intentionally flat, usable yard. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying weekday evenings, the outdoor space feels like a true extension of the home.
Upstairs, a large bonus room and expansive loft provide room for a media space, home office, or playroom — versatile areas that adapt as your needs change. Practical touches throughout include a walk-in crawl space that offers substantial storage or a workshop area, a two-car attached garage, central heat pump, and central air with underground electric utilities. The property sits on a level 0.3-acre parcel in Candler View Estates, with long-range mountain views that frame the neighborhood’s residential streets.
Location is a quiet strength here: Candler Elementary is less than a mile away, while Enka Middle and Enka High are both within a short drive. Outdoor recreation — from trails to scenic drives along the Blue Ridge Parkway and access to Mount Pisgah — is easily within reach, making this a strong choice for buyers who want a balance of suburban calm and outdoor opportunity. Thoughtful construction, premium finishes, and a layout tailored for practical living make 1031 Hillside Ridge Road a compelling, move-in ready option for families and professionals alike.
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A 2023 arts and crafts on 0.3 acres.
Building
Site & utilities
Candler View Estates
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Location
1031 Hillside Ridge Road, Candler, NC 28715
Candler View Estates offers a quiet, newly-built residential environment with a distinct neighborhood feel and easy access to the outdoors. Families appreciate proximity to Candler Elementary and the Enka schools, while commuters value the manageable drive into Asheville. The area attracts buyers who want a suburban lifestyle with nearby hiking, scenic Blue Ridge Parkway drives, and a growing roster of local shops and restaurants in the greater Asheville region. New construction keeps the streets modern and cohesive, with level lots and mountain vistas that emphasize outdoor living.
Strong regional outdoor access with Mount Pisgah and the Blue Ridge Parkway about 10 miles away, local parks and neighborhood green spaces nearby, and plentiful hiking and biking options within a short drive.
A factual market snapshot around 1031 Hillside Ridge Road.
Candler’s market currently leans toward sellers but remains approachable for informed buyers. Inventory sits at roughly three months — a pace that favors sellers yet still produces competitive showings rather than frenzied bidding. Area median sale price is about $450,000, while new-construction homes in Candler View Estates have recently closed between $650,000 and $680,000, reflecting strong local demand for modern, turnkey product; comparable sales show price-per-square-foot in the $250–$260 range. Average days on market in the corridor are near 45 days, indicating steady demand without extreme volatility. Single-family new construction performs particularly well here because buyers trade commute time for modern finishes and outdoor access; rental demand also supports investors, with estimated monthly rents near $2,500 for comparable 3BR homes. For buyers: limited inventory means prepared offers and due diligence (septic and well testing) matter. For sellers: the market supports pricing aligned with recent comps, especially when the home is updated and staged. Overall, this is a market where quality listings move reliably — not overnight — and where attention to inspection details and comparable sales will secure a favorable outcome.
Open Use
Zoning
Research-indicated uses
- Residential
- Agricultural
- Limited Commercial
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What the research supports — and what is still worth verifying.
Key findings
- Property listed at $675,000 ($257 per SF) as of March 2026
- Assessed value for 2025 is $428,900
- Located 0.7 miles from Candler Elementary School
- Approximately 10 miles to Mount Pisgah and Blue Ridge Parkway
- Average days on market in Candler area is 45 days
Still worth verifying
Routine buyer due diligence items; these are not known defects.
- Confirm lot dimensions and boundaries
- Verify zoning restrictions under Open Use classification
- Professional home inspection
- Septic system capacity and condition assessment
- Water quality testing for community well
What stands out about this property.
Interior Features
- Two-story Arts & Crafts great room
- Main-floor primary suite
- Stainless steel appliances
- Walk-in pantry
- Laminate flooring throughout main living areas
- Upgraded recessed and pendant lighting
- Bonus room and large loft upstairs
- Walk-in crawl space for storage/workshop
Exterior & Lot
- Covered back deck
- Custom firepit area
- Level, usable 0.3-acre lot
- Hardboard siding with shingle roof
- 2-car attached garage plus driveway parking
- Underground electric utilities
Location & Neighborhood
- Candler View Estates community
- 0.7 miles to Candler Elementary School
- 2.2 miles to Enka High School; 2.7 miles to Enka Middle School
- Approximately 10 miles to Mount Pisgah and Blue Ridge Parkway
- Short, convenient drive to Asheville amenities
Walkability & Recreation
- Walkability Rating: 40/100 — Car-Dependent
- Nearby parks and neighborhood green spaces
- Hiking and biking within 10 miles (Mount Pisgah, Blue Ridge Parkway)
- Golf courses: multiple public courses within 15–20 miles
- Running/walking routes around neighborhood
- Community-oriented suburban setting
Sources & research confidence.
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