
$1,495,000 $318/sqft
212 S Plains Drive
Asheville, NC 28803
4 bd · 3 ba · 4,708 sqft · 1998 · 3 mo ago
Keswick Hills reads like a tucked-away South Asheville enclave where custom homes sit behind gated access and mature landscaping softens every approach.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Keswick Hills, Asheville
Keswick Hills reads like a tucked-away South Asheville enclave where custom homes sit behind gated access and mature landscaping softens every approach. The setting feels established and carefully tended, with wooded lots, garden-focused grounds, and long views that give the neighborhood a distinctly mountain character. Homes here tend to be substantial in scale, and the overall impression is one of privacy, refinement, and a strong connection to the landscape.
"A gated South Asheville address shaped by custom homes, layered gardens, and a polished mountain setting."
Architecture in Keswick Hills leans toward custom single-family homes, with construction ranging from earlier residences to newer builds. Many homes feature brick exteriors, and some are all-brick, while others pair stone, woodwork, and classic traditional forms with more contemporary open layouts. Inside, the common thread is livability with a designer edge: soaring ceilings, chef’s kitchens, generous storage, main-level living plans, and flexible spaces such as offices, bonus rooms, or finished lower levels. Garages are common, and several homes include multiple bays or extra parking. Lot sizes are notably generous for the area, often with mature trees, sloping or level terrain, and carefully composed outdoor spaces.
Keswick Hills has a polished, residential rhythm centered on privacy, landscaping, and outdoor enjoyment. Community ponds, green spaces, and garden areas add to the setting, while meandering paths and well-kept grounds reinforce the neighborhood’s quiet sense of retreat. Many homes extend daily life outdoors through decks, screened porches, terraces, and patios, making the most of the mountain air and wooded surroundings. The neighborhood’s gated entry and spacious lots create a more secluded feel, yet the location still keeps shopping, dining, and everyday errands within easy reach. It is the kind of place where the landscape is part of the experience, not just the backdrop.
"The appeal here is as much about the grounds and setting as it is about the homes themselves."
Set in South Asheville near the Hendersonville Road corridor, Keswick Hills offers a practical base for getting around the southern side of the city. Listing remarks place it about 2 miles from Hendersonville Rd amenities, about 9 miles from Downtown Asheville, and roughly 15 minutes from the heart of downtown. Nearby destinations called out in the listings include EarthFare, Ingles, Biltmore Park, shopping and dining along South Asheville’s retail corridors, plus golf, tennis, hiking, and hospital access. School references consistently point to Glen Arden/Koontz Elementary, Cane Creek Middle, and T.C. Roberson High, with the community also described as close to public, charter, and independent options. It is a location that balances mountain seclusion with straightforward access to the city’s everyday conveniences.
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| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Oct 28 2025 | $100,000 | 342 | — | 80.0% | — |
| | May 14 2025 | $1,255,000 | 69 | 3,461 sq ft | 96.5% | $363 |
| | Dec 16 2024 | $1,175,000 | 102 | 3,794 sq ft | 94.0% | $310 |
| | Nov 22 2024 | $830,000 | 23 | 1,957 sq ft | 97.6% | $424 |
| | Dec 18 2020 | $1,075,000 | 52 | 3,205 sq ft | 100.0% | $335 |
| | Jul 31 2019 | $650,000 | 152 | 4,054 sq ft | 90.3% | $160 |
| | Jan 19 2018 | $769,000 | 165 | 2,559 sq ft | 100.0% | $301 |
| | Aug 17 2016 | $400,000 | 138 | 3,738 sq ft | 95.3% | $107 |
| | Dec 31 2014 | $82,500 | 412 | — | 100.0% | — |
| | Oct 8 2013 | $84,500 | 97 | — | 94.4% | — |
| | Oct 12 2012 | $825,000 | 107 | 7,733 sq ft | 100.0% | $107 |
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