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Any bidder that places their initial bid form before 2pm ET on October 21, 2026, and is deemed the winning bidder, will receive a 10% credit of that initial bid at closing.
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Six Offerings | Five Improved 10± Acre Lots | 70± Acre Development Offering | Just Outside Asheville, North Carolina
Discover Merrill’s Ridge, a distinctive land investment opportunity in the highly desirable Asheville, North Carolina market. Combining improved estate-sized homesites with a substantial development offering, Merrill’s Ridge presents opportunities for both private buyers seeking acreage in the mountains and developers or investors looking to capitalize on the continued appeal of Western North Carolina.
Ideally positioned for convenient access to downtown Asheville, the Biltmore Estate, Asheville Regional Airport and major interstate corridors, the property offers the privacy and natural setting buyers seek in the Blue Ridge Mountains without sacrificing accessibility.
Five individual 10± acre improved lots offer an exceptional opportunity to create a private mountain estate with room to spread out. These generously sized homesites are well suited for buyers seeking privacy, acreage and the freedom to build a residence tailored to their lifestyle.
The larger 70± acre offering, comprising seven unimproved lots, provides developers, builders and land investors the opportunity to acquire the remaining development inventory at Merrill’s Ridge.
The offering provides flexibility for a buyer looking to continue development, hold land for future appreciation, create an estate-oriented community, or pursue another vision consistent with applicable zoning, approvals and development requirements.
Asheville has established itself as one of Western North Carolina’s most recognizable destinations, combining a vibrant downtown with the natural beauty of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. Its celebrated arts scene, independent restaurants and breweries, historic architecture and outdoor recreation give Asheville the character of a charming mountain town while offering the amenities and accessibility of a larger regional destination.
Merrill’s Ridge offers convenient access to many of the Asheville area’s most desirable destinations and major transportation routes. Ideally situated between Biltmore Forest and The Cliffs, the property is also within convenient proximity to Asheville Regional Airport and major interstate access. This strategic location combines accessibility with the appeal of the Asheville market, enhancing the property’s potential from both a lifestyle and investment perspective.
Whether the goal is to build a private mountain estate or invest in a larger tract with development potential, Merrill’s Ridge offers a rare opportunity to secure significant acreage in the Asheville market.
AUCTION DAY LOCATION: The auction will be held within Cedric’s Magnolia Room (Second Floor) of Cedric’s Tavern & Loft located at 225 Winery Rd, Asheville, NC 28803. Onsite registration will begin at 9:30 a.m ET. You can pre-register HERE. The auction will begin at 11:00 a.m ET.
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Brynley Gardner King Jr, Broker #299390; J. P. King Auction Company, Inc. #C2994, Edward Perman, III, #11118; J. P. King Auction Company, Inc., # 4740
