Asheville is an up and coming city with lots of wonderful things to offer. The weather is beautiful, the views of the mountains are gorgeous, the city is full of restaurants and entertainment options, and we could go on and on. While Asheville is becoming a popular place to visit, studies are showing that the population in the city of Asheville is actually declining. The Citizens Times, a USA Today Network, article states that “Asheville city’s population growth rate dropped to 0.7% annually in 2017 and 2018, after averaging 1.5% annually over the previous six years. Over the same period, most neighboring mountain cities and towns have been experiencing fairly robust population growth rates.”

As with most cities that are growing in popularity, the cost of living in Asheville has risen and is higher than in some of the nearby towns and cities. Fortunately, these booming neighboring towns and cities offer comparable living near Asheville that is more affordable.

Living Near Asheville in Arden, NC

One of those great towns near Asheville is Arden, North Carolina. Arden is 10 miles from the city limits of Asheville which makes the commute very reasonable and the price tag a little lower. Arden is minutes away from Biltmore Park Town Square with lots of shops and restaurants to choose from. It’s also close to the French Broad River and the Blue Ridge Parkway for those who love being outside.

If a new home near Asheville is something you’re considering, the Hyde Park community in Arden is now available! A new home in Hyde Park starts in the mid $200s and features Arts & Crafts-style architecture with mountain colors and stacked-stone. There are multiple floor plans to choose from to get you started and like with all our custom new homes, you get to choose the features and upgrades that matter most to you!

Living Near Asheville in Weaverville, NC

Another great town to consider for living near Asheville is Weaverville. Weaverville is 10 miles north of Asheville and much like Asheville has its own historic downtown with its own fun shops and restaurants. Weaverville is also close to the Blue Ridge Parkway for easy commuting and trips around the mountains.

Maple Trace community in Weaverville is a great option for a new home near Asheville. Maple Trace features 3-bedroom homes that are ideal for growing families and homeowners who are looking for larger, more feature-rich homes. They offer a wide range of architecturally diverse exteriors and optional interior upgrades.

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Of course, there are other towns nearby to check out if your looking to live near Asheville, but the price and time are right, so call us about one of these two new home communities to get your search started. Most of these lot/home packages go quickly, so don’t miss your chance!

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