Sunset Mountain Homes for Sale

Welcome to Sunset Mountain, a picturesque subdivision nestled in the heart of Asheville, North Carolina. Known for its breathtaking views and serene surroundings, this charming community offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern living. Sunset Mountain is a hidden gem in Buncombe County, where the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains serve as a stunning backdrop to your daily life.

As you explore this enchanting neighborhood, you’ll discover a variety of homes for sale that cater to diverse tastes and lifestyles. From cozy bungalows to spacious contemporary retreats, each property is thoughtfully designed to harmonize with the stunning landscape. Many homes feature expansive decks and large windows that invite the outdoors in, allowing you to soak in the mesmerizing sunsets that give the community its name.

Living in Sunset Mountain means embracing a lifestyle filled with outdoor adventures. With nearby hiking trails, parks, and recreational areas, residents can easily immerse themselves in nature, whether it’s a leisurely stroll or an exhilarating hike. Plus, the vibrant arts and culture scene of Asheville is just a short drive away, offering a plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment options.

If you’re looking for a home that combines tranquility with convenience, Sunset Mountain is the ideal choice. Explore the current homes for sale in this enchanting subdivision, and take the first step toward your dream home in one of North Carolina’s most sought-after locations. Your mountain retreat awaits!

Newest Sunset Mountain Homes for Sale

$735,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4414099 MLS

A rare North Asheville opportunity where privacy, proximity, and mountain scenery converge! Set within a beautifully wooded landscape, this property offers its next caretakers a well cared for home that is ready for their vision in an exceptional setting. Elevated above the surrounding landscape, the property is centrally located in the iconic Grove Park neighborhood. Mature woodland creates a sense of privacy and natural beauty, while the location places Asheville's vibrant downtown, restaurants, galleries, outdoor recreation, and cultural attractions within easy reach. A truly special setting for those seeking the serenity of the mountains without giving up the convenience of the city.

165 Cherokee Road, Asheville

$1,950,000

5 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 4423120 MLS

Perched in the hills above the Grove Park Inn and minutes from downtown Asheville, this Old World-inspired residence offers a private retreat designed for gracious living and memorable entertaining. A stone terrace welcomes you to interiors distinguished by elaborate millwork, 10-foot ceilings, wide-plank oak floors, a dramatic floating staircase and refined finishes throughout. The chef’s kitchen features a generous island, granite counters, premium appliances, walk-in pantry and butler’s pantry with wine storage. Thoughtfully designed for main-level living, additional conveniences include a spacious laundry, private sauna, dining room, and an impressive primary suite with vaulted ceilings, see-through fireplace, and spa-like bath with garden tub and stone shower. Three additional en-suite bedrooms provide exceptional guest accommodations upstairs. A billiards room with wet bar and multiple family rooms with fireplaces extend the entertaining space, while an elevator connects the garage to every level. Outside, covered balconies, stone patios and mature landscaping create intimate gathering spaces centered around an outdoor kitchen, pizza oven and wood-burning fireplace, an exceptional setting for the ultimate Asheville mountain lifestyle.

598 Old Toll Road, Asheville

$750,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4386186 MLS

Perched high on Sunset Mountain with magnificent long-range views, Birdie Lane offers a peaceful mountain retreat where natural beauty and comfortable living come together. This beautifully crafted Southland Log Home is thoughtfully positioned to take full advantage of the spectacular surroundings, with exceptional opportunities to relax, unwind, and enjoy unforgettable sunrises and radiant sunsets. Step inside to soaring ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, and an inviting open-concept design. The spacious kitchen features stainless steel appliances and flows naturally into the living area, creating an ideal space for entertaining or enjoying everyday life. The main level includes two spacious bedrooms and bathrooms, along with a generously sized laundry room for added convenience. Upstairs, a charming loft overlooks the main living area and provides a versatile space for a home office, reading area, creative studio, or additional guest accommodations. The lower level expands the possibilities even further with a second living area and full kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, an open living space, and a spacious private bedroom with an en-suite bath. Radiant-heated floors add an extra touch of comfort to the lower-level bath, making this space especially appealing for guests, extended stays, or potential rental use. Throughout the home, thoughtful details enhance both comfort and functionality, including generous walk-in closets that provide exceptional storage. A detached two-car garage offers ample room for vehicles, storage, or a dedicated workshop. With its elevated setting, expansive mountain views, flexible living spaces, and inviting design, Birdie Lane offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the best of mountain living in a home designed for both relaxation and everyday comfort.

483 Birdie Lane, Bakersville

$1,799,000

3 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4379464 MLS

A distinctive mountain retreat with extraordinary views, architectural character, and room to live beautifully. Set high on Asheville’s Sunset Mountain, 24 Westhaven is a thoughtfully designed home that pairs expansive mountain views with a sense of privacy and ease. With more than 3,800 square feet, the home offers generous spaces for gathering, quiet corners for retreat, and a seamless connection to the surrounding landscape. Walls of glass bring the ever-changing Blue Ridge landscape into the living spaces, while the architecture creates a wonderful balance of openness and warmth. The main living areas are designed for both everyday life and entertaining, with a natural flow between the kitchen, dining, living, and outdoor spaces. The primary suite is a true retreat, with views, generous proportions, and the privacy to make it feel distinctly separate from the rest of the home. Additional bedrooms and flexible spaces provide room for guests, work, hobbies, or simply spreading out. And then there is the setting. From the elevated vantage point on Westhaven, the mountains become part of the experience of living here—morning light, changing weather, dramatic sunsets, and the quiet that comes with being above the city while remaining remarkably close to it. There is no HOA, and the neighborhood has a relaxed, established character that feels distinctly Asheville. Downtown, restaurants, galleries, music, and the everyday pleasures of the city are all nearby, while home itself feels like a world apart.

24 Westhaven Drive, Asheville

$2,875,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 4378966 MLS

Priceless in Design. Timeless in Beauty. Some homes simply cannot be recreated. Carefully positioned across two beautifully situated lots totaling 1.27 acres on Sunset Mountain, 65 Crestwood Road is one of them—a residence where architecture, craftsmanship, setting, and nearly fifty years of thoughtful stewardship come together. Designed by architect Jan Wiegman and constructed by Abbott Construction in 1971, this four-bedroom, four-bath residence was created to embrace its extraordinary mountain setting. Expansive windows capture sweeping views of downtown Asheville, the surrounding mountains, and unforgettable western sunsets, while terraces and porches extend the living spaces naturally outdoors. The grounds are equally exceptional. Mature perennial gardens and meandering walking paths create a private landscape that has evolved and been carefully maintained over decades—a setting that would be extraordinarily difficult to reproduce today. Inside, natural materials, enduring craftsmanship, generous living spaces, and a remarkable relationship between the house and its surroundings give the residence a sense of warmth, permanence, and authenticity with perennial gardens, walking paths, city and mountain views. Priceless in its design, beautifully maintained, and thoughtfully stewarded, 65 Crestwood Road is more than a home—it is an irreplaceable piece of Sunset Mountain, ready for its next chapter. 4 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | Expansive Porches | Mountain & City Views | Minutes to Downtown Asheville | Legacy Property on Sunset Mountain

65 Crestwood Road, Asheville

$715,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4367190 MLS

Located just 6 minutes from vibrant downtown Asheville with its fine restaurants, shops, and entertainment, lies a green world of peace and privacy. Leave the traffic behind and enjoy the forest-like setting, the long range views from this unique and charming mountain home. The pluses include over 33 Anderson windows, 800’ plus of decking, a huge easy maintenance lot, sturdy 6” super insulated walls, a panoramic sunroom off the main bedroom, copper guttering, new primary Trane HVAC, a cozy outbuilding and other unique amenities — and all of the important things have been updated! The seller designed and built this home – the “Sunset Mountain” location was chosen for a good reason – to be compact and super energy efficient and he has loved living here for the past forty years. He realizes that not everyone enjoys spiral staircases, and for this reason, the property is priced well below the surrounding homes, allowing you to make personal changes —either now or later. Don't miss out on this one-of-a kind extraordinary opportunity.

403 Cherokee Road, Asheville

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