
$945,000 $263/sqft
290 Sweetwater Hills Drive
Hendersonville, NC 28791
3 bd · 3 ba · 3,597 sqft · 1.5 ac · 2016 · 3 mo ago
Sweetwater Hills has the feel of an established mountain neighborhood that has been cared for over time.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Sweetwater Hills, Hendersonville
Sweetwater Hills has the feel of an established mountain neighborhood that has been cared for over time. Homes sit on generous lots with mature landscaping, and the setting leans into the wooded, elevated character that defines this part of Hendersonville. Many residences have been thoughtfully updated, so the streetscape mixes classic 1990s and early-2000s architecture with refreshed kitchens, renovated baths, and outdoor living spaces that make the most of the scenery.
"Mountain setting, larger lots, and well-kept homes give Sweetwater Hills its enduring appeal."
This is a single-family community, and the homes tend to live larger than the bedroom counts suggest. Main-level primary suites, split-bedroom layouts, finished basements, bonus rooms, and flexible lower-level spaces show up often, along with two-car garages and plenty of storage. Construction is frequently brick or brick-accented, with some homes presenting full brick exteriors and others blending siding, wood, and stone details. Wraparound porches, screened porches, decks, and walkout lower levels add to the sense that indoor and outdoor spaces are meant to work together.
The lot sizes are a real part of the story here. Many properties sit on roughly three-quarters of an acre or more, and the neighborhood’s landscape gives homes room to breathe without feeling remote. It is the kind of place where a cul-de-sac address, a wooded backdrop, or a long driveway can matter just as much as square footage.
Sweetwater Hills does not read like a resort-style community; instead, its appeal comes from practical comforts and a polished residential setting. A few listings mention park areas, tennis courts, and walkable internal streets, while others highlight private yards, fenced back areas, and natural features such as streams, ponds, and wooded buffers. That combination creates a daily rhythm centered on home, porch, yard, and the surrounding landscape.
"It is a neighborhood built for comfortable living, with room indoors and out to settle in and spread out."
Sweetwater Hills sits in the Mills River area of Hendersonville, between Hendersonville and Asheville, with easy access to both sides of the mountain corridor. Listings place it near downtown Hendersonville, Asheville, the airport, shopping, restaurants, and medical services, and one remark specifically notes quick access to the Ecusta Trail. The community is associated with Mills River Elementary, Rugby Middle, and West Henderson High, with the West Henderson school system also referenced in remarks. For buyers who want a residential setting with straightforward access to town conveniences and regional travel routes, this location keeps the essentials within reach while preserving the neighborhood’s mountain feel.
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Showing 1-48+ recently sold in Sweetwater Hills, Hendersonville
| Property | Sold | List Price | DOM | Size | List $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Jun 12 2026 | $695,500 | 36 | 2,779 sq ft | $250 |
| | Sep 15 2025 | $950,000 | 95 | 4,278 sq ft | $222 |
| | Aug 28 2025 | $799,000 | 409 | 4,445 sq ft | $180 |
| | Aug 28 2024 | $535,000 | 65 | 2,638 sq ft | $203 |
| | Aug 16 2024 | $775,000 | 82 | 2,329 sq ft | $333 |
| | Jun 10 2024 | $739,000 | 44 | 2,514 sq ft | $294 |
| | Dec 22 2023 | $1,075,000 | 108 | 3,455 sq ft | $311 |
| | Nov 28 2023 | $660,000 | 23 | 3,072 sq ft | $215 |
| | Nov 17 2023 | $660,000 | 141 | 3,583 sq ft | $184 |
| | Nov 9 2023 | $595,000 | 49 | 2,416 sq ft | $246 |
| | Oct 30 2023 | $625,000 | 59 | 3,581 sq ft | $175 |
| | Oct 11 2023 | $560,000 | 34 | 2,838 sq ft | $197 |
| | Aug 28 2023 | $725,000 | 48 | 3,509 sq ft | $207 |
| | Apr 5 2023 | $700,000 | 179 | 3,065 sq ft | $228 |
| | Feb 22 2023 | $635,000 | 74 | 3,143 sq ft | $202 |
| | Jan 3 2023 | $499,000 | 116 | 2,556 sq ft | $195 |
| | Dec 19 2022 | $645,000 | 63 | 3,583 sq ft | $180 |
| | Nov 21 2022 | $599,000 | 40 | 3,143 sq ft | $191 |
| | Sep 9 2022 | $749,900 | 35 | 3,880 sq ft | $193 |
| | May 31 2022 | $625,000 | 45 | 3,218 sq ft | $194 |
| | May 31 2022 | $795,000 | 48 | 4,200 sq ft | $189 |
| | Apr 25 2022 | $595,000 | 53 | 2,695 sq ft | $221 |
| | Apr 8 2022 | $497,000 | 28 | 2,179 sq ft | $228 |
| | Dec 22 2021 | $495,000 | 42 | 2,333 sq ft | $212 |
| | Dec 3 2021 | $450,000 | 32 | 2,359 sq ft | $191 |
| | Oct 29 2021 | $735,000 | 35 | 3,910 sq ft | $188 |
| | Sep 27 2021 | $495,000 | 55 | 3,826 sq ft | $129 |
| | Jul 19 2021 | $445,000 | 40 | 2,368 sq ft | $188 |
| | May 7 2021 | $519,900 | 36 | 3,133 sq ft | $166 |
| | Apr 22 2021 | $499,000 | 64 | 2,328 sq ft | $214 |
| | Jan 22 2021 | $499,000 | 290 | 3,750 sq ft | $133 |
| | Dec 2 2020 | $525,000 | 43 | 2,397 sq ft | $219 |
| | Nov 23 2020 | $475,000 | 84 | 3,401 sq ft | $140 |
| | Sep 23 2020 | $435,000 | 71 | 2,312 sq ft | $188 |
| | Aug 17 2020 | $435,000 | 173 | 2,666 sq ft | $163 |
| | Jul 29 2020 | $79,000 | 355 | — | — |
| | Apr 29 2020 | $435,000 | 40 | 2,622 sq ft | $166 |
| | Feb 21 2020 | $415,000 | 49 | 3,198 sq ft | $130 |
| | Feb 14 2020 | $359,000 | 56 | 3,056 sq ft | $117 |
| | Jan 29 2020 | $534,900 | 89 | 3,386 sq ft | $158 |
| | Oct 29 2019 | $419,900 | 97 | 2,353 sq ft | $178 |
| | Aug 15 2019 | $440,000 | 48 | 3,687 sq ft | $119 |
| | Aug 6 2019 | $472,000 | 98 | 2,838 sq ft | $166 |
| | May 13 2019 | $440,000 | 63 | 3,640 sq ft | $121 |
| | Apr 4 2019 | $419,900 | 55 | 2,609 sq ft | $161 |
| | Dec 27 2018 | $395,000 | 31 | 2,105 sq ft | $188 |
| | Dec 20 2018 | $453,900 | 218 | 3,101 sq ft | $146 |
| | Nov 27 2018 | $397,000 | 43 | 2,085 sq ft | $190 |
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