
$875,000 $378/sqft
453 Friendly Acres Drive
Waynesville, NC 28786
3 bd · 3 ba · 2,316 sqft · 1.6 ac · 1980 · 4 mo ago
Friendly Acres feels like a tucked-away mountain subdivision with a distinctly elevated setting and a strong sense of privacy.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Friendly Acres, Waynesville
Friendly Acres feels like a tucked-away mountain subdivision with a distinctly elevated setting and a strong sense of privacy. The community sits in the Plott Mountain area near West Waynesville, and many of the properties lean into that high-country character with long views, paved access, and generous acreage. At roughly 3,700 to 3,800 feet in elevation, the neighborhood has a cooler, more secluded feel than the valley floor, yet it remains close enough to town for everyday convenience.
"Mountain living here pairs broad views and wooded privacy with easy access back into Waynesville."
The housing mix is varied, but land and larger homesites clearly define the neighborhood. Some parcels are easy-build lots, while others offer expansive tracts with mature trees, rock outcroppings, and multiple building sites. Existing homes range from late-1970s to mid-1990s construction, and many listings highlight open floor plans, beamed ceilings, updated kitchens, and outdoor living spaces like decks and covered patios. A few homes include basements and garages, though those features are not universal. With large lots and a mountain setting, the overall feel is more spacious than dense, and many properties are designed to take advantage of the views and terrain.
Friendly Acres is not a place built around resort-style amenities; instead, the appeal comes from the land itself and the way the homes interact with it. Paved roads are a recurring plus, and some lots are described as level and easy to build on, which is a welcome contrast to the surrounding mountain topography. The community’s rhythm is shaped by outdoor living, with nearby hiking trails, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and Lake Junaluska giving residents plenty of reasons to head outside. The presence of HOA coverage across the community is also clear, which helps maintain the subdivision’s overall character.
"This is the kind of neighborhood where the setting does most of the talking."
Friendly Acres sits in West Waynesville, with downtown Waynesville just minutes away for dining, shopping, and year-round events. The Blue Ridge Parkway and nearby hiking trails are close by, and Lake Junaluska is another familiar destination from the area. School assignments point to Waynesville Middle School and Tuscola High School, while the elementary school is unspecified in the provided records. For buyers who want a mountain setting without losing touch with town conveniences, Friendly Acres offers a location that balances elevation, access, and scenery in a very Waynesville way.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Waynesville
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4 recently sold in Friendly Acres, Waynesville
| Property | Sold | List Price | DOM | Size | List $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Dec 14 2021 | $495,000 | 43 | 1,513 sq ft | $327 |
| | Apr 24 2021 | $295,000 | 46 | 2,061 sq ft | $143 |
| | Oct 28 2020 | $199,999 | 173 | — | — |
| | Oct 2 2020 | $341,000 | 41 | 1,160 sq ft | $294 |
Aggregated from MLS listing history for Friendly Acres, Waynesville
The Friendly Acres real estate market shows balanced market conditions. Homes typically sell within 44 days. With 4 active listings and 0 homes sold in the past year, a healthy balance exists between buyers and sellers.
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