The historic 69-acre Merle Farm is the last remaining parcel from a 1,000-acre tract purchased by the family in 1809. It has been family-owned ever since. For more than 200 years it has been farmed and was a homestead for generations. Centrally located and just 8 minutes from Dupont State Forest, 15 min to Brevard, and 25 mins to downtown Hendersonville. Unrestricted and it can be divided. Ideal for a horse farm, family compound, or private estate. The north side of the parcel has an incredible 1,900 ft of frontage along the wide, bold, Crab Creek. Approx. 21 ac are currently farmed. Approx. 5 ac are ideal for pasture and/or building and approx. 42 ac are wooded with a gentle rise to the ridge top. Multiple home sites are possible with valley and mtn views. Two homes are on the property but are of no value and are not accessible for entry or inspection. No septic records on file. Please, no drive-bys
Property Details
Property Features
Listing Office:
Office Name: Looking Glass Realty
Office Phone: (828) 551-6291
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Waterfront: None
View: Mountain(s)
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Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 69.00 Acres
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Directions Information:
Directions: Hwy. 64 to Crab Creek Road. Approx. 2.9 miles. Access is an old farm road that runs parallel to Morgan Drive. Look for sign.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $1,400,000
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $1,109
Tax Year: 2020
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This property is $959.9K more than the Median Sold Price in Pisgah Forest, NC.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Number: #3930426
Listing Office:
Office Name: Looking Glass Realty
Office Phone: (828) 551-6291
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Pisgah Forest Elementary School
1076 Ecusta Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.41 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
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Brevard Elementary School
399 Greenville Hwy
Distance between this listing and this school5.20 miles
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Etowah Elementary School
320 Etowah School Rd
Distance between this listing and this school6.10 miles
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Brevard Academy
1110 Hendersonville Hwy
Distance between this listing and this school3.92 miles
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Brevard Middle School
400 Fisher Rd
Distance between this listing and this school5.59 miles
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Hendersonville Middle School
825 N Whitted St
Distance between this listing and this school10.77 miles
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Davidson River School
970 Ecusta Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.46 miles
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Brevard High School
609 N Country Club Rd
Distance between this listing and this school6.03 miles
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Hendersonville High School
1 Bearcat Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school11.16 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $38,049. The most common annual income of people living in Pisgah Forest, NC is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 280 Merle Farm Ln
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 280 Merle Farm Ln property is $1,400,000.
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The property 280 Merle Farm Ln is land located in Pisgah Forest, North Carolina, 28768.
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Active Listing: 280 Merle Farm Ln is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
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According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $1,109 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
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This home is located at 280 Merle Farm Ln in Pisgah Forest, NC and zip code 28768. This home sits on a 69.00 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 21, 2022 and is currently priced at $1,400,000.
Over 2 listings were sold over their listed price in October 2024 in Pisgah Forest, NC. In the same period over 4 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in Pisgah Forest, NC increased by 7.5% between September 2024 and October 2024. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 67 days, the median list price was $440,075.
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