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Haw Creek

Haw Creek

Neighborhood in Asheville, North Carolina

Buncombe County 28805

$567,256 Average Value
$319 Average Price per Sq Ft
19 Homes For Sale

Small-town community and city-living

A family oriented community, Haw Creek provides many advantages to its residents. “This is not your typical neighborhood,” says Elizabeth Putnam, a real estate broker at Mosaic Realty and a Haw Creek resident. “It’s a small community, but it’s in a busy part of Asheville where you still get the Mountain views and access to the downtown.” Haw Creek, a neighborhood on the east side of Asheville is full of exceptional schools, flourishing parks and scenic mountain views of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Despite its proximity to the heart of Asheville, this neighborhood has preserved its rural charm. Named after the rushing creek that flows through the neighborhood, this North Carolina community has a 300-year-old history with agricultural roots. The meandering parkway roads wind through the forest in this mountain valley. Only 4 miles from a trendy and bustling downtown, Haw Creek is an ideal suburb, combining all the benefits of small-town living with the excitement of Asheville’s downtown scene.

Haw Creek is a beautiful neighborhood surrounded by mountains.
Haw Creek is a beautiful neighborhood surrounded by mountains.
Asheville downtown is only 4 miles away from Haw Creek.
Asheville downtown is only 4 miles away from Haw Creek.
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Hiking and valley views

This neighborhood includes a vast selection of parks and trailheads that draw hikers and nature lovers from all over. Masters Park is a simple trail that carries residents from a trail in the city into the pines of the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway. Residents start at Mile marker 381 and begin hiking the uphill trail at Bull Mountain. Walking a 2.6-mile, round-trip, through lush forests, hikers rest at the Haw Creek Valley overlook, an intermission with one of the most breathtaking sights in the area.

Haw Creek has a mix of bungalow and ranch style homes.
Haw Creek has a mix of bungalow and ranch style homes.
People enjoy taking a hike at Masters Park.
People enjoy taking a hike at Masters Park.
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Excellent education for Haw Creek kids

The education in Haw Creek is a massive benefit of living in this neighborhood because of its array of excellent schools. Haw Creek Elementary School is within walking distance of a large part of the neighborhood. It receives a B-plus rating from Niche, featured for having involved and organized teachers. A.C. Reynolds Middle School has a B-plus rating and is known for the diversity of its courses. A.C. Reynolds High School has an A-minus and is known for its top-tier sports programs and superb academic success rates. It is also the location of Evergreen Community Charter School, a K-8 private school with a focus on holistic learning.

Many students in Haw Creek attend A.C. Reynolds High School.
Many students in Haw Creek attend A.C. Reynolds High School.
Many students in Haw Creek choose to go to A.C. Reynolds Middle School.
Many students in Haw Creek choose to go to A.C. Reynolds Middle School.
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Haw Creek homes

Much of Haw Creek has classic American architecture, including 1920s colonial-style bungalows or ranch-style homes of the 1980s. In this area, a 2-bedroom home can be listed for $390,000, and a 4-bedroom home with a mountain view can be listed for as high as $830,000.

Larger 4-bedroom homes are being built in Haw Creek, NC.
Larger 4-bedroom homes are being built in Haw Creek, NC.
Ranch style homes sitting on small plots of land can be found in Haw Creek.
Ranch style homes sitting on small plots of land can be found in Haw Creek.
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Locally owned eats

The valley has a quaint dining scene. For a boost in the morning, residents grab a cup at PennyCup Coffee, one of three premier locations of this independent Asheville coffee shop. When locals are looking for a romantic or upscale atmosphere, they go to the local French Bistro, Rendezvous. This small restaurant has outdoor seating, French wine, escargot and authentic dishes guaranteed to make guests feel like they’re on vacation in Paris. For a more local feel, residents visit Creekside Taphouse, a locally owned pub with various local draft brews.

Creekside Taphouse is dog and child-friendly alongside a creek! 01
Creekside Taphouse is dog and child-friendly alongside a creek! 01
Rendezvous is one of the more popular dining options in Haw Creek.
Rendezvous is one of the more popular dining options in Haw Creek.
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Take a trip through Asheville

To reach the trendy downtown of Asheville, residents take a short 4-mile drive on Interstate 240. For groceries, Aldi, Walmart, and Whole Foods Market are just two miles south. For public transportation, the bus system, Asheville Rides Transit, provides a smooth commute to other parts of the city.

Whole Foods is a popular destination for residents in Haw Creek.
Whole Foods is a popular destination for residents in Haw Creek.
A red Trolly is a popular sight around the Haw Creek, Asheville area.
A red Trolly is a popular sight around the Haw Creek, Asheville area.
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Colorful storefronts are a common sigh in Haw Creek, NC.
Colorful storefronts are a common sigh in Haw Creek, NC.

Creek community happenings

The Haw Creek Heritage Festival celebrates the valley’s past and current community spirit with live music, food trucks and plenty of activities for kids. The Haw Creek Community Association is an active homeowners' association that hosts events for residents, like community service projects, a chili cookoff and info sessions about area wildlife. This organization has also been involved in legislation for installing sidewalks in the valley, which residents hope will be enacted over the next several years.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Asheville Regional

29 min drive

Bus

Old Haw Creek Rd & Pressley Rd

Bus

Spruce Hill Lane & Building 102

Bus

Tunnel Rd & Whitson Rd

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Tunnel Rd & Arco Rd

Bus

Beverly Rd & Avon Rd

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Beverly Rd & New Haw Creek Rd

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Old Haw Creek Rd & Dillingham Rd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Haw Creek US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$546,750
Median Single Family Price
$587,500
Median Townhouse Price
$325,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$319
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Last 12 months Home Sales
64
Months of Supply
3.60
Median List Price
$585,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,534
Median Year Built
1971
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,814
Below the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,303
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,891
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,859

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    2 - 4pm

    50 Trinity Chapel Rd, Asheville, NC 28805

    $469,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,773 Sq Ft
    • 50 Trinity Chapel Rd
    • New 6 days ago

    Beautiful 3-bedroom, 3-bath elevated ranch in the highly desirable Haw Creek community. Set on a great lot with a charming park-like setting, this home offers an airy open floor plan with abundant natural light, soaring ceilings in the living and dining area, and a fresh, modern appeal. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and trendy open shelving. The spacious primary bedroom includes

    Marie Reed Keller Williams Professionals

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  • Sunday, May 4
    2 - 4pm

    34 Larkspur Ct Unit A, Asheville, NC 28805

    $575,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 5 Baths
    • 3,317 Sq Ft
    • 34 Larkspur Ct
    • Unit A

    Situated in the highly sought-after Hawthorne Village community in Haw Creek, this 4BR/3.5BA home is an absolute gem for multigenerational living. The main level boasts an open, airy living space with vaulted ceilings, hardwood floors, a cozy vented gas fireplace, and a sunroom that leads to a spacious deck with a covered sitting area—perfect for family gatherings. The modern kitchen features

    Gena Duncan Seller Solutions

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  • Saturday, May 3
    11am - 2pm

    14 Whitson Rd, Asheville, NC 28805

    $569,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,472 Sq Ft
    • 14 Whitson Rd
    • New 17 days ago

    With a fantastic location in the Haw Creek area, this thoughtfully-designed, certified green-built home combines modern comfort and eco-friendly innovation. The home features a bright and spacious floor plan with joyful living spaces offered both indoors and out. The main floor features an open-concept floor plan combining the beautiful kitchen and welcoming living room, perfect for entertaining

    Reese Morgani Keller Williams Professionals

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,716
Median Age
44
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.6%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$73,481
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,999

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
97.4%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
56.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.2%
% Population in Labor Force
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
11''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

13 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

13 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

16 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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