2 beds908 sqft$369/sqft
1226 Newfound Rd, Leicester, NC 28748
Est: $1,783/moGet pre-approved

Description

Welcome to your serene mountain getaway at 1226 Newfound Rd, Leicester, NC! This beautifully updated home throughout offers the perfect blend of modern living and quiet country charm on a sprawling 1.5 acres. Step inside to enjoy a fully updated kitchen and beautifully updated bathrooms featuring sleek, modern finishes. Nestled on a spacious, private lot, the property is perfectly situated to ensure absolutely no road noise from Newfound Rd. The outdoor space is equally impressive, featuring a classic...Welcome to your serene mountain getaway at 1226 Newfound Rd, Leicester, NC! This beautifully updated home throughout offers the perfect blend of modern living and quiet country charm on a sprawling 1.5 acres. Step inside to enjoy a fully updated kitchen and beautifully updated bathrooms featuring sleek, modern finishes. Nestled on a spacious, private lot, the property is perfectly situated to ensure absolutely no road noise from Newfound Rd. The outdoor space is equally impressive, featuring a classic covered front porch to unwind on, a handy detached shed for storage, and a secure fenced-in area next to the house that is ideal for pets, gardening, or play. Best of all, you can experience this peaceful country lifestyle while remaining less than 20 minutes to Asheville's vibrant downtown dining, shopping, and art scene. This turn-key Leicester gem is the quiet escape you've been looking for without sacrificing city convenience!
LISTING UPDATED: 07/17/2026 10:39 AM

  1. Listed by Seller Solutions • john.sellersolutions@gmail.com

Property Details for 1226 Newfound Road

Status
MLS #
4404463
Days on Market
40
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1969
Lot Size
1.50 AC / 65,340 SF
View
Mountain(s)
Parking Features
Driveway
Subdivision Name
Spring Hill

Location

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Building Information for 1226 Newfound Road

Stories-Year Built1969Building Size-Lot Size1.50 AC / 65,340 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,783 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,703

Property Taxes

$80

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1226 Newfound Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -82.73898
  • Zoning: OU
  • Latitude: 35.598712
  • Directions: GPS is accurate. 1226 is up the driveway on the left.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $306,500.00
  • Parcel Number: 8689-83-7776-00000
  • City Taxes Paid To: Leicester
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Clyde A Erwin
  • High School: Clyde A Erwin
  • Elementary School: Leicester/Eblen
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 2000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 908.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 908
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 908.0
  • Lot Features: Private
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 20
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 104-152
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: No Interior Steps
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit
  • Fencing: Front Yard, Partial
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Roof: Composition
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Attic Other, Open Floorplan
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Main Level
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bedroom Main: 2
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Half Bath Main: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 7.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Dining Area
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Bed/Bonus
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Rental
Rent Information
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)

Property History for 1226 Newfound Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4404463

$335,000
Feb 17, 2023

Closed

CANOPY #3901032

$283,000
Feb 15, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1505931684

$283,000

+15.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/16/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4404463

$335,000
02/17/2023

Closed

CANOPY #3901032

$283,000
02/15/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1505931684

$283,000

+15.1% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1226 Newfound Road

Taxable ValueLand$26,700Additions$112,400Total$139,100
Tax Record2025$955 ($80 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt912 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt912 SqFtStories1Lot Size65,340 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1969Year Renovated1969ZoningOUCountyBUNCOMBEAPN8689-83-7776-00000

Schools near 1226 Newfound Road

This home is within Buncombe County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Leicester Elementary
PublicPK to 4

Eblen Intermediate School
Public5 to 6

Clyde A Erwin Middle School
Public7 to 8

Clyde A Erwin High
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1226 Newfound Road is a single family home for sale in Leicester, NC 28748. This property was listed for sale on July 16, 2026 by Seller Solutions, it's currently listed at $335,000. It has been on the market for a total of 40 days and was last sold on February 17, 2023. This listing's school district is Buncombe County Schools. Nearby schools include Leicester Elementary, Eblen Intermediate School and Clyde A Erwin Middle School. 1226 Newfound Road is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 908 sqft single family home built in 1969.

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