Canton Real Estate

Canton Real Estate

Welcome to Canton, North Carolina – a hidden gem nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains! This charming town, with its rich history and stunning natural surroundings, offers a unique blend of small-town charm and outdoor adventure, making it an ideal place to call home.

Canton is known for its vibrant community spirit and friendly atmosphere. With a population of just over 4,000 residents, it fosters a close-knit environment where neighbors become friends. The town is steeped in history, from its origins as a bustling mill town to its transformation into a hub for outdoor enthusiasts. The iconic Canton Paper Mill, which has been a cornerstone of the community for decades, stands as a testament to the town's industrious roots.

Nature lovers will revel in the abundance of outdoor activities available in and around Canton. The picturesque Pisgah National Forest is just a stone's throw away, offering miles of hiking trails, breathtaking waterfalls, and opportunities for fishing and camping. The scenic Pigeon River flows through the town, providing the perfect backdrop for kayaking and tubing adventures.

Canton also boasts a variety of local shops, restaurants, and annual events that celebrate its rich heritage and community spirit. Whether you’re enjoying a seasonal festival or savoring a meal at a local diner, you’ll quickly discover that Canton is a place where tradition and modernity harmoniously coexist.

If you're looking for a place that combines natural beauty, community warmth, and a rich cultural tapestry, Canton, NC, is the perfect destination to find your dream home. Come and experience the charm of Canton – where every day feels like a breath of fresh mountain air!

Newest Listings in Canton

$89,000
4408692 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Mountain Living Awaits—This flat, cleared lot is primed for your custom build with a minimum of just 850 sq ft. Enjoy community water, underground power, and year-round access on a well-maintained gravel road. Perched safely above the river, the property boasts no flood history and offers the soothing sounds of your own private waterfall. Bordering 40,000+ acres of protected national forest, this is your chance to enjoy privacy, nature, and true mountain living—ready for you to start building today!

00 Shining Rock Drive Unit #22, Canton

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Advantage. channah@cbawest.com
$69,999
4408333 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Build your dream home in the welcoming West Canton community! This 0.25-acre lot offers a fantastic opportunity to create the home you've been envisioning, with beautiful western mountain views and a peaceful neighborhood setting. A survey has already been completed, helping streamline your building process. City water and sewer are available at the street (connection available with payment of Canton tap fees), making this an ideal location for your new home. Modular homes are allowed, giving you added flexibility in your building plans. Enjoy the convenience of nearby shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation while benefiting from **no HOA and no city taxes**. Whether you're planning your forever home or your next investment, this ready-to-build lot offers an excellent combination of location, value, and potential. Don't miss your chance to own a buildable lot in one of Canton's desirable neighborhoods!

145 Morgan Street Unit #4, Canton

Listing courtesy of Carolina Mountain Sales. brianna@carolinamountainsales.com
$325,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4406779 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
This 3-bedroom, 1.5 bath classic brick ranch homes sits on .6 acre. the large front yard is fenced, making it perfect for pets or play. Home has a view of Cold Mountain and farmland. If you are looking for a home in the country but only approximately 11 miles to Main St. Waynesville check this on out. Home has new roof, new floors, new paint inside and out. Two driveways add lots of room for parking. Also, a full size unfinished drive-in basement. Make this home yours by adding you own personal updates. The main level garage has been redone as a flex room, that is unheated. This 430 sq. ft. room could be used as whatever the new buyer sees fit. This flex room has an outside door and entrance to basement. Just add heat and have 1600+ feet of living space. Don't miss out. Owners looking for an offer.

70 Iris Lane, Canton

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Executive. 1realtorrogers@gmail.com
$349,000
1 Baths ⋅ 4403450 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
A 2400 square foot metal building with a loft office/apartment on 1.526 acres in Canton. Currently used as garage service /storage building. Close to the town of Canton, in the Beaverdam Township. No city taxes, but has city water and sewer. Could be used for a multitude of businesses.

486 Terrace Drive, Canton

Listing courtesy of Mountain Dreams Realty of WNC. paulheathman1@gmail.com
$75,000
4406561 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Approx. 2.4 cleared acres located almost at the end of Little East Fork. It is approximately. 175 ft. to over 40,000 acres of North Carolina Forest Service/Wildlife Property. If hunting and fishing is what you like to do then this is the place! Electricity is already to the property. Long range mountain views are there with proper placement of a home site!

0000 Rickman Ridge, Canton

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Executive. womackdan@aol.com
$125,000
4406551 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
if privacy and seclusion are what you aren searching for this property is it! This 1.42 acre parcel with underground power is located near the end of Little East fork. It is bordered on 3 sides by over 40,000 acres of North Carolina Forest Service/Wildlife property. Hunting and fishing is right at your back door. Property has been cleared and has beautiful long range views! This type of property rarely comes up for sale!

0000 Sorrells Creek Road, Canton

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Executive. womackdan@aol.com
$395,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4402508 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover the perfect blend of convenience and serenity in this charming, move-in-ready sanctuary. Bathed in a glow of natural light, the home welcomes you with airy vaulted ceilings and a beautifully updated kitchen designed for effortless living. Downstairs, a spacious unfinished basement offers endless possibilities alongside a convenient two-car side-entry garage. Step outside to your private, fenced oasis where you can unwind on the deck or gather around the firepit patio to soak in breathtaking mountain views. Gardeners will fall in love with the lush landscape, home to dozens of fruit-bearing trees and plants that offer a seasonal bounty. With local shops and schools just moments away, this inviting retreat truly offers the best of both worlds.

320 Meadowbrook Drive, Canton

Listing courtesy of Redfin Corporation. k.lee.smith@redfin.com
$419,900
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4404518 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Beautiful 1926 Craftsman with great bones and so many original features. Brand new roof in 2025. Navian whole house hot water heater and natural gas added in 2022. Home features 4 bedrooms, with one on main level, and 1.5 baths. Living room features 1.5" wide oak flooring and has 2 glass-door built-ins flanking the fireplace. Original light fixtures in the living room and dining room remain and are gorgeous! Large galley kitchen features solid wood cabinets but otherwise original to it's 1970s renovation. Large flex room off the kitchen was added at the same time. Upstairs are 3 additional bedrooms and a half bath that could be expanded for a 2nd full bath. City water and sewer with trash pickup is a bonus! Basement offers lots of extra storage space and a 2nd laundry area. Fuel tank is buried and owned.

318 Academy Street, Canton

Listing courtesy of EXP Realty LLC. ashevillerealest8@gmail.com
$425,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4403266 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
Beautifully updated and truly an "old-new house," this charming brick home has been completely remodeled from top to bottom, offering the perfect blend of timeless character and modern convenience in one of Canton's most desirable locations. Just one block from Main Street, you'll enjoy easy walking access to local shops, boutiques, salons, the popular Southern Porch Restaurant, The Mail Room Wine Bar, and the growing collection of new businesses that are helping fuel The Canton Comeback as this historic mill town embraces an exciting new chapter. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 1,665 square feet of thoughtfully redesigned living space, this move-in ready home has been extensively renovated with new plumbing, electrical, HVAC, kitchen, bathrooms, refinished hardwood floors, and much more, giving you the charm of a classic home with the peace of mind of modern systems. Inside, you'll love the timeless appeal of 9-foot ceilings, extra-wide hallways, and beautifully refinished original hardwood floors that create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Fresh interior paint and quality finishes throughout preserve the home's historic character while providing today's modern comforts. The spacious living room is already set up for gas logs (buyer to install propane tank), creating the perfect place to relax on cool mountain evenings. The updated kitchen offers ample workspace and comes complete with a refrigerator, electric range, oven, and dishwasher, while the functional floor plan provides comfortable one-level living. An unfinished basement offers abundant storage or the opportunity for a workshop, hobby space, or future expansion. Outside, enjoy a welcoming front porch, level yard, detached garage, concrete driveway, and beautiful mountain and city views. Connected to city water and city sewer with no HOA, this exceptional home combines small-town charm with unmatched convenience. Located just minutes from Waynesville, Asheville, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and countless hiking, fishing, and outdoor recreation opportunities, this home is perfect as a primary residence, mountain getaway, or investment property. If you've been looking for a beautifully restored home in the heart of Canton's exciting revitalization, this one is not to be missed.

197 Academy Street, Canton

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. pamela@grgnc.com
$195,000
4403886 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Picture your future front porch, with the Biltmore Estate and downtown Asheville's skyline glowing to the east while an endless wave of mountain ridgelines rolls west as far as the eye can see. These are the kinds of views that you'll never tire of waking up to at the Summit of Asheville. Situated on the Buncombe/Haywood County line, this exception 10.21-acre homesite is truly remarkable! The drive home is an experience in itself as you enter through the community's impressive gated entrance, only minutes from I-40. As you wind your way through breathtaking mountain scenery, you may lose count of the more than 140 mountain peaks that unfold along the way. The road is paved for most of the drive, transitioning to gravel shortly before reaching the property. A rough driveway has already been cut in, giving you a head start as you begin bringing your dream home to life. Every homesite in the already-established community sits on at least 10 acres, preserving the space, privacy, and quiet that make this setting so special. Residents enjoy access to a community garden and a network of scenic hiking trails that meander throughout the community, creating opportunities to explore, unwind, and connect with both neighbors and nature. Whether you envision a luxury mountain retreat, a full-time residence, or a legacy property to enjoy for generations, this extraordinary homesite offers a setting that is increasingly difficult to find. With electric available, soil testing done and a 4-bedroom septic permit valid until 2029, this land only needs you to bring your vision, your builder, and your imagination. This is truly the location few properties can match.

42 High Rock View Drive, Canton

Listing courtesy of Homesource Realty INC. 828-273-6724
$85,000
4404831 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
*PLEASE NO DRIVE BYS - MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY REALTOR - ACCEPTING BACK UP OFFERS* UNRESTRICTED Mountain Freedom – 4.51 Acres Near I-40! Escape the noise and build your custom sanctuary on this 4.51-acre tract! Tucked in a peaceful mountain cove, this rare, UNRESTRICTED parcel offers total freedom to create your dream homestead. Bring your custom cabin plans, modular, tiny home, or RV—there is no HOA or strict deed rules to hold you back. Enjoy the perfect blend of complete privacy and ultimate convenience, located just a short drive from I-40 (Exit 33) for an easy commute to Waynesville or Asheville.

000 Wild Rose Lane, Canton

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville. misty.brown@allentate.com
$725,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4404368 MLS ⋅ COMING SOON Status

1686 Dutch Cove Road, Canton

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Great Smokies. jessica@grgnc.com
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