280 Merle Farm Lane

Pisgah Forest, NC 28768

$1,400,000
Price
3,005,640 / 69
Lot Size / Acres

Description

The historic 69-acre Merle Farm is the last remaining parcel from a 1,000-acre tract purchased by the family in 1809. It has been family-owned ever since. For more than 200 years it has been farmed and was a homestead for generations. Centrally located and just 8 minutes from Dupont State Forest, 15 min to Brevard, and 25 mins to downtown Hendersonville. Unrestricted and it can be divided. Ideal for a horse farm, family compound, or private estate. The north side of the parcel has an incredible 1,900...The historic 69-acre Merle Farm is the last remaining parcel from a 1,000-acre tract purchased by the family in 1809. It has been family-owned ever since. For more than 200 years it has been farmed and was a homestead for generations. Centrally located and just 8 minutes from Dupont State Forest, 15 min to Brevard, and 25 mins to downtown Hendersonville. Unrestricted and it can be divided. Ideal for a horse farm, family compound, or private estate. The north side of the parcel has an incredible 1,900 ft of frontage along the wide, bold, Crab Creek. Approx. 21 ac are currently farmed. Approx. 5 ac are ideal for pasture and/or building and approx. 42 ac are wooded with a gentle rise to the ridge top. Multiple home sites are possible with valley and mtn views. Two homes are on the property but are of no value and are not accessible for entry or inspection. No septic records on file. Please, no drive-bys
  1. Listed by Robert Clay • Looking Glass Realty • 828-551-6291
  2. Listed by Carol Clay • Looking Glass Realty

Property Details for 280 Merle Farm Lane

Waterfront Features
None
View
Mountain(s)
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 09/12/2024 10:50 AM

Property Details for 280 Merle Farm Lane

StatusActive
MLS #3930426
Days on Market656
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Acreage
Year Built-
Lot Size69.00 AC
CountyTransylvania County

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Building Information for 280 Merle Farm Lane

Lot Size69.00 AC

Property Information for 280 Merle Farm Lane

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Road Frontage Type: Easement, Private Road
  • Longitude: -82.629763
  • Latitude: 35.234634
  • Directions: Hwy. 64 to Crab Creek Road. Approx. 2.9 miles. Access is an old farm road that runs parallel to Morgan Drive. Look for sign.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $612,460.00
  • Parcel Number: 9515-69-6157-000
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified
  • Elementary School: Unspecified
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Garage YN: No
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Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 2000
  • Wooded Area: 42.0
  • Acres Cleared: 27.0
  • Sq Ft Building Minimum: 0
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Creek Front, Crops, Flood Fringe Area, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Level, Pasture, Private, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views
  • Lot Size Acres: 69.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Possible Use: Agricultural, Cattle, Farm, Gardening, Horses, Pasture/Grazing, Poultry, Private Estate, Recreational, Residential
  • Property Type: Land
Property and Assessments
  • Photos Count: 25
  • Road Responsibility: Other - See Remarks
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Restrictions: No Restrictions
Utilities
  • Sewer: Other - See Remarks
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Other - See Remarks
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Road Surface Type: Dirt
Interior Features
  • Habitable Residence YN: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 0.0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered YN: No

Property History for 280 Merle Farm Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 280 Merle Farm Lane

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2024$1,217 ($101 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt960 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt960 SqFtLot Size3,007,382 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1945Year Renovated1980CountyTRANSYLVANIAAPN9515-69-6157-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 280 Merle Farm Lane

This home is within Transylvania County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Pisgah Forest Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Brevard Middle
Public6 to 8

Davidson River School
Public9 to 12

Brevard Elementary
PublicPK to 5

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280 Merle Farm Lane is a 69 ac of land for sale in Pisgah Forest, NC 28768. This property was listed for sale on December 21, 2022 by Looking Glass Realty, it's currently listed at $1,400,000. This listing's school district is Transylvania County School District. Nearby schools include Pisgah Forest Elementary, Brevard Middle and Davidson River School. 280 Merle Farm Lane is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 69 ac of land on a 3,005,640 sq. ft. / 69 acres lot.

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