Olivette Homes with Paved Lot Description

Welcome to the charming neighborhood of Olivette, nestled in the heart of Asheville, North Carolina. This picturesque community is located in Buncombe County, offering residents a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern conveniences.

Olivette is a hidden gem for those seeking a peaceful and serene lifestyle. Surrounded by lush greenery and stunning mountain views, this neighborhood provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its close proximity to Asheville, residents can enjoy easy access to a vibrant downtown area filled with eclectic shops, delicious restaurants, and exciting entertainment options.

Homes in Olivette boast a unique feature - paved lot descriptions. This means that residents can enjoy the convenience of a well-maintained paved driveway and parking area, adding to the overall charm and functionality of the properties. Whether you're looking for a cozy cottage or a spacious family home, Olivette offers a variety of housing options to suit every lifestyle.

Experience the best of both worlds in Olivette - a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature, with the vibrant city of Asheville just a stone's throw away. Come and discover the beauty and tranquility of Olivette - where modern living meets natural splendor.

Newest Olivette Homes with Paved Lot Description

$260,000

4407642 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

A rare opportunity awaits with this 1.16-acre parcel at the peak of River Crest, one of the most desirable hamlets within Olivette, a nationally recognized agrihood just 6.7 miles from downtown Asheville. This homesite offers both practical readiness for building and access to an extraordinary community lifestyle. The land is gently rolling and already partially cleared, providing flexibility for multiple build options. From nearly every angle, you'll enjoy year-round mountain views and a southern exposure that maximizes natural light and supports energy efficiency and solar potential. Natural buffers create tucked-away private spaces, making it easy to design a home that balances openness with privacy. This lot includes city water, state-maintained roads, underground utilities, and a septic permit-helping reduce both cost and time in the building process. Living here means becoming part of Olivette Riverside Community and Farm, a 411-acre community designed around connection to land, food, and neighbors. At its heart is a working organic farm that provides fresh produce and fosters a true farm-to-table lifestyle. Amenities include: An expansive riverfront park on the French Broad River, with river access, pavilion, and fire pit; hiking and biking trails, community gardens, orchards and edible landscaping; dog park, pickle ball court, and community spaces for gathering. Olivette has been featured nationally as a model for modern agrihood design, blending mountain beauty, sustainable living, and community connection. This large parcel represents one of the few remaining premier homesites available at Olivette. It is to be subdivided from the parent tract, see survey and deed attached. If you've been seeking a homesite that combines natural beauty, convenience, and a vibrant sense of place, this lot delivers. More than just land, it's an invitation to join a thriving community that celebrates nature, nurtures connection, and embraces sustainability. Build your dream home and experience a beautiful life at Olivette. Documents (incl: Olivette ECR, Deed, Survey, Plat, Mineral/Gas/Oil Rights) available upon request.

48 Sweet Fern Parkway Unit #59, Asheville

Listing courtesy of Wild Wild West Group LLC. listingbroker@propertysystems.com

$275,000

4251347 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Build your perfect urban homestead on this 1.65-acre homesite in the heart of Olivette Riverside Community & Farm. This beautiful, easy-build lot offers level to gently sloping topography, abundant sunshine, and a mix of long-range mountain vistas and pastoral views overlooking Olivette Farm. With its open, usable land and ideal orientation, the site is well-suited for a variety of home designs and lifestyle visions—from a modern farmhouse with a kitchen garden to a nature-inspired retreat with seamless indoor/outdoor living. Just minutes from downtown Asheville, Olivette is a nationally recognized agrihood where modern convenience meets farm-to-table living. As one of the Southeast’s premier sustainable communities, Olivette blends thoughtful design, ecological stewardship, and community connection. Here, residents enjoy a lifestyle deeply rooted in food, nature, and wellness while benefiting from cutting-edge infrastructure like fiber optic internet, underground utilities, city water/sewer, and state-maintained roads. The community’s centerpiece is a fully operational, four-season organic farm that offers a CSA program, farm stand, and tailgate markets, along with farm-to-table events and educational programs. Residents also enjoy miles of scenic hiking and biking trails, community gardens, orchards, a large private river island with pavilion and stone fireplace, a fire circle amphitheater, a walking labyrinth, dog park, and even a suspended bridge connecting to a private island on the French Broad River. For those who love outdoor adventure and community connection, Olivette is designed to enrich daily living in every season. The community also features a 7-acre riverfront park, perfect for kayaking, picnicking, or simply enjoying the natural beauty of Western North Carolina. Beyond nature and recreation, Olivette fosters a rich cultural life with neighborhood events, wellness gatherings, concerts, and art initiatives. Connections to food, nature, community, and the arts are essential concepts of Olivette’s design—and they’re woven into the everyday rhythm of life here. Property is subject to a $2,000 Culture & Conservation fee to Olivette Arts Resources, a 501(c)(3) supporting cultural programming and land stewardship. Taxes TBD. Guided showings with on-site brokers are strongly recommended to fully appreciate all that Olivette has to offer. Conveniently located just 6.9 miles from downtown Asheville, Olivette feels like a retreat yet keeps you close to the vibrant restaurants, arts, and culture of the city. As described by Martha Stewart Living: “Tucked along the French Broad River near Asheville, North Carolina, lies the neighborhood of our dreams: From the lush open spaces to the picturesque homes to the working farm, Olivette Riverside Community and Farm is full of local food, charm, and community.” This homesite is more than land—it’s an invitation to live in a place where sustainability, creativity, and community thrive.

15 French Broad River Way Unit #90, Asheville

Listing courtesy of Olivette Realty LLC. Allison@olivettenc.com

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