$8,906 Closing Credit¹
Listing Office: Keller Williams Professionals
$795,000 List price
48 Merrell Rd Leicester, NC 28748
$9,441
Closing credit¹
3 beds
3 full, 1 partial
1,869 sqft
$425 / sqft
House
Property details
About 48 Merrell Rd
Escape to 48 Merrell Road, a serene home offering comfort and convenience in picturesque Leicester, NC. This inviting property features 3 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, with bright, open living spaces and and a large modern kitchen for entertaining. Primary bedroom is on main. Large windows invite scenic nature into the kitchen with you. Expansive large back deck perfect for entertainment and enjoying the sound of the flowing creek and waterfall. The primary bedroom is on the first floor with laundry in primary closet. Workspace in the basement with a garage door for easy outside access. The outdoor space includes a hand built stone fire pit and seating area, a flowing creek with a built-in waterfall, and gorgeous grassy knolls. The lot is slightly over five and a half acres, with plenty of room to build separate structures or build a main house and have this one as a guest home. Privacy, opportunity, and serenity. This home is part modular and part stick built. See Agent remarks for roof.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
Size1,869 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1990
ParkingBasement, Driveway, Attached Garage
MLS #4172323
Attached garageYes
FireplaceFire Pit, Outside, Wood Burning
ViewMountain(s), Water
Virtual tour
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood
- Fireplace: Fire Pit, Outside, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Basement, Driveway, Attached Garage
- Waterfront: None
- View: Mountain(s), Water
- Exterior: Fire Pit
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse
- Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air, Electric
- List Price: $795,000
- Price/SqFt: $425
- HOA Amount: $560 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,348
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Patton Avenue west then right on Leicester Hwy. Turn right on Gilbert Road (Leicester Elementary) follow to end then right on S. Turkey Creek. Left on Merrell Road the left on unmarked road (pointer sign) to driveway on the right. There is also a lower driveway a little farther up.
- Year Built: 1990
- Living Area: 1,869 SqFt
- MLS Number: 4172323
- Office Name: Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
- Office Phone: (828) 774-0288
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 22, 2019 | Home Sold | $360,000 |
| Jun 27, 2019 | Home Sold | $360,000 |
| Oct 21, 2010 | Home Sold | $260,000 |
| Jan 23, 2004 | Home Sold | $148,000 |
| Jan 23, 2004 | Home Sold | $148,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $357,000 | $2,348 |
| 2023 | $357,000 | $2,278 |
| 2022 | $357,000 | $- |
| 2021 | $357,000 | $2,243 |
| 2020 | $273,200 | $1,827 |
| 2019 | $200,300 | $1,340 |
| 2017 | $200,300 | $1,360 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Leicester Elementary School
Public District PK-4
2.0 mi
•31 Gilbert Rd
8
West Buncombe Elementary School
Public District KG-4
7.1 mi
•175 Erwin Hills Rd
2
Joe P. Eblen Intermediate School
Public District 5-6
7.2 mi
•59 Lees Creek Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $44,209. Typical income of Leicester, NC residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
41%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
37%
Single, No Kids
9%
Single, with Kids
34%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
12%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
Pro Wrestling
Monster Trucks
Where do the neighbors shop?
Wal-Mart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Hardee's
Jimmy Johns
Applebees
What do the neighbors drive?
Ram
Chevrolet
Dodge
What do the neighbors listen to?
Classic Country
New Country- Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 48 Merrell Rd
The listing price of 48 Merrell Rd property is $795,000.
The property 48 Merrell Rd is a house located in Leicester, North Carolina, 28748.
Active Listing: 48 Merrell Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 48 Merrell Rd are: Leicester Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), West Buncombe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Joe P. Eblen Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), C.A. Erwin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), North Buncombe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Enka Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Clyde A. Erwin High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Madison Early College High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Madison Velocity Learning Center (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,348 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 22, 2019 for $360,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 48 Merrell Rd has 3 bedrooms and 3 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 48 Merrell Rd is 1,869 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 48 Merrell Rd is 1990.
This home is located at 48 Merrell Rd in Leicester, NC and zip code 28748. This 1,869 square foot home was built in 1990. Features: 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since August 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $795,000.
In April 2025, from all listings sold in Leicester, NC there were more than 1 sold above asking price, over 5 sold below and more than 0 were sold right at the asked price. Between March and April 2025, Leicester, NC real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 5.5%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 15 days, the median list price was $445,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.