
$635,000 $200/sqft
131 Caldonia Drive
Candler, NC 28715
3 bd · 2 ba · 3,171 sqft · 1996 · 25 d ago
Caldonia in Candler reads like a tucked-away mountain-edge enclave with a distinctly custom feel.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Caldonia, Candler
Caldonia in Candler reads like a tucked-away mountain-edge enclave with a distinctly custom feel. Homes sit on generous lots, many with wooded backdrops, long driveways, and broad views that open up the landscape rather than closing it in. The setting feels established and private, yet not isolated, with the kind of property layout that gives each home a little breathing room.
"A hillside community with space, views, and room to spread out."
The homes here lean toward classic single-family construction, with a mix of late-1990s builds and a few older residences reaching back to the 1960s. Many properties feature basements, garage parking, and flexible lower-level space that can handle storage, workshops, or expansion. Inside, the listings point to open kitchens, hardwood or tile flooring, fireplaces, main-level living, sunrooms, and bonus rooms that add everyday versatility. Lot sizes are substantial for the area, and several homes emphasize decks, porches, fenced yards, and mountain or sky views. The overall impression is of a community where homeowners have invested in space, functionality, and a more personal residential setting.
Daily life in Caldonia is shaped less by shared amenities and more by the land itself. Large yards, mature landscaping, and wooded edges create a calm, low-density atmosphere, while the elevated setting brings in long views and a sense of openness. Some homes offer multiple garages, workshop space, and finished or unfinished basement areas, which makes the neighborhood feel practical as well as scenic. Newer updates in the active listing, including a renovated kitchen and refreshed baths, show that the homes here can blend original character with modern finishes. The rhythm is unhurried, with plenty of room for gardening, outdoor living, and taking in the surrounding mountain backdrop.
"This is a place where the lot, the view, and the house all carry equal weight."
Caldonia sits in Candler, in the western Asheville area, with a location that feels removed from the busiest corridors while still remaining connected to daily essentials. Public remarks point to a convenient Candler setting and being just minutes from everything, though specific drive times to interstates and downtowns were not provided. Nearby school assignments are Sand Hill-Venable/Enka Elementary, Enka Middle, and Enka High, placing the community in the Enka school district footprint. For shoppers and commuters, the appeal is the balance: a residential pocket with easy access to area services, but enough distance to preserve the hillside setting and open views that define Caldonia.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Candler
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9 recently sold in Caldonia, Candler
| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Jul 20 2026 | $495,000 | 25 | 1,864 sq ft | 100.0% | $266 |
| | Mar 26 2025 | $550,000 | 124 | 2,560 sq ft | 100.0% | $215 |
| | Jan 14 2025 | $70,000 | 141 | — | 82.4% | — |
| | Feb 28 2024 | $570,000 | 267 | 2,684 sq ft | 96.8% | $212 |
| | Feb 28 2024 | $565,000 | 216 | 3,019 sq ft | 94.3% | $187 |
| | May 9 2022 | $550,000 | 39 | 2,317 sq ft | 110.2% | $237 |
| | May 6 2014 | $269,000 | 305 | 2,146 sq ft | 96.1% | $125 |
| | Apr 22 2014 | $245,000 | 89 | 2,258 sq ft | 98.0% | $109 |
| | Jun 4 2013 | $279,900 | 88 | 2,080 sq ft | 100.0% | $135 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Caldonia, Candler
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+1 outside price range.
The Caldonia real estate market shows buyer's market conditions. Homes typically sell within 124 days. With 1 active listing and 1 home sold in the past year, buyers have more negotiating power and time to decide.