Find Your Asheville Neighborhood

Every pocket of Asheville has its own personality. Some are queerer, some are quieter, some have actual sidewalks. Here's the real story on each neighborhood from someone who's explored them all. Plus, check out our LGBTQ+ business directory to find queer-owned spots in each area.

West Asheville neighborhood in Asheville

West Asheville$400K-$700K

Progressive, artsy, walkable

The unofficial queer capital of Asheville. Walkable, artsy, and full of community.

Highlights:

•Welcoming LGBTQ+ community
•Independent businesses
•Great restaurants

🚶 Walkable🎨 Arts District🍴 Foodie🐕 Dog Friendly

Best for: Artists, dog lovers, walkability seekers

River Arts District neighborhood in Asheville

River Arts District$350K-$600K

Creative, up-and-coming, industrial

Industrial-chic with working artist studios, breweries, and warehouse conversions.

Highlights:

•Artist studios everywhere
•Brewery central
•Unique housing options

🎨 Arts District🍺 Breweries🏙️ Urban🍴 Foodie

Best for: Artists, young professionals, brewery enthusiasts

Downtown$500K-$1M+

Urban, touristy, convenient

The tourist hub with urban condos, walkable everything, and year-round energy.

Highlights:

•Nightlife central
•Walk to everything
•Diverse entertainment

🚶 Walkable🏙️ Urban🍴 Foodie🌙 Nightlife

Best for: Urban professionals, nightlife lovers

North Asheville neighborhood in Asheville

North Asheville$300K-$500K

Residential, quiet, family-friendly

Quieter, residential, and more affordable. Where locals actually live.

Highlights:

•More house for your money
•Yards and space
•Local spots

🤫 Quiet🌲 Nature Access🏠 Residential🌳 Green Spaces

Best for: Remote workers, quiet lifestyle seekers

Montford$500K-$900K

Historic, charming, walkable

Historic Victorian homes, established LGBTQ+ community, and walkable charm.

Highlights:

•Established LGBTQ+ community
•Victorian homes
•Walk to downtown

🚶 Walkable🏛️ Historic🏡 Established🎨 Arts District

Best for: Established couples, history lovers, professionals

East Asheville neighborhood in Asheville

East Asheville$250K-$450K

Diverse, practical, authentic

Diverse, affordable, and authentic. Chain stores mixed with local gems.

Highlights:

•More affordable
•Diverse area
•Highland Brewing sports

🤫 Quiet🏠 Residential🌳 Green Spaces💰 Under $500K

Best for: Budget-conscious buyers, first-time homeowners

South Asheville$350K-$600K

Suburban, quiet, practical

Family neighborhoods with good schools, chain restaurants, and suburban feel.

Highlights:

•Good schools
•Shopping access
•Welcoming neighborhoods

🤫 Quiet🌲 Nature Access🏠 Residential💰 Under $750K

Best for: Suburban lifestyle seekers, quiet professionals

Woodfin$300K-$500K

Affordable, growing, convenient

Just north of city limits. More affordable, growing fast, still close to everything.

Highlights:

•Better prices
•New development
•10 min to downtown

🤫 Quiet🌲 Nature Access💼 Young Professionals💰 Under $500K

Best for: Budget-conscious buyers, young professionals

Black Mountain neighborhood in Asheville

Black Mountain$275K-$500K

Small town, artsy, quiet

Small town charm 15 minutes east. Artsy, quiet, with its own downtown.

Highlights:

•Cute downtown
•Lower prices
•Growing artist community

🎨 Arts District🤫 Quiet🌲 Nature Access🏛️ Historic

Best for: Artists, quiet lifestyle seekers, retirees

Haw Creek$325K-$550K

Local, nature-focused, community

Hidden gem east of tunnel. Established community, nature access, local feel.

Highlights:

•Nature trails
•Welcoming community
•Less traffic

🌲 Nature Access🤫 Quiet🌳 Green Spaces🏠 Residential

Best for: Outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, trail runners

Kenilworth$350K-$650K

Historic, diverse, changing

Historic neighborhood experiencing revival. Diverse, walkable, and changing fast.

Highlights:

•Historic homes
•Diverse neighborhood
•Arts community

🚶 Walkable🏛️ Historic🎨 Arts District🏠 Residential

Best for: Early adopters, historic home enthusiasts, diversity seekers

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