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Why Should I Buy Property in Henderson County?



People are immediately drawn to Henderson County- and with good reason! From the natural beauty of the mountains to the excellent social and cultural opportunities to the relaxed and exceptional quality of life, the area provides a lifestyle that appeals to people of all ages. Henderson County is a great place to live both the town & country life.

The mild climate and defined four seasons in Henderson County allows for year-round outdoor activities at nearby sites among the beautiful mountains.
  • DuPont State Forest - with more than 10,000 acres of forest, trails, and waterfalls
  • Pisgah National Forest - hiking, horseback, bicycle, all-terrain vehicle and auto trails
  • Blue Ridge Parkway - outstanding scenery and recreational opportunities
  • Great Smoky Mountain National Park - renowned for its diversity of plant and animal life
  • French Broad River - rafting expeditions, canoeing and kayaking
  • Chimney Rock State Park - at a soaring elevation of 2,280 feet with 75-mile views
  • The North Carolina Arboretum - resource for education, and conservation and offers classes, workshops and nature walks


Cultural activities in Henderson county are plentiful and of high quality. Cultural offerings include fantastic theater groups, musical performances and historic sites.
  • Flat Rock Playhouse - The State Theatre of North Carolina with an eight month season including Broadway musicals, comedy, drama, and theatre for young audiences
  • Hendersonville Little Theater - non-profit volunteer theater with high-quality productions
  • Hendersonville Symphony Orchestra - professional 80 member paid orchestra with a six-concert season
  • Carl Sandburg Historic Site - home place of the famous poet with house tours and scenery
  • Biltmore Estate (22 miles) - America’s largest home featuring a winery and 8,000 acres of inspiring gardens and scenery


Social activities in Henderson County are often centered around Hendersonville’s downtown, a quaint, beautiful area of serpentine sidewalks with indoor and outdoor restaurant seating, a variety of shopping, and historical buildings.
  • Music on Main - outdoor summertime concert series on Friday nights
  • Main Street Dances - Monday nights in summer
  • Garden Jubilee - downtown plant and arts fair held in May
  • Annual NC Apple Festival - Labor Day weekend
  • Art on Main - fine art/craft show in August


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Annual Parades
Holiday Events
Antique Shows
Car Shows
Variety of Restaurants
Variety of Shops

Henderson County also has state of the art schools and hospitals and is centrally located among other notable areas.

  • Asheville Airport (12 miles)
  • Asheville (22 miles)
  • Greenville, SC (39 miles)
  • Charlotte (108 miles)
  • Atlanta (184 miles)

Why Should I Buy in Henderson County Now?



Now that you know Henderson County is a great place to live and work, you should know that now is a great time to make the move.

With record low interest rates and value pricing, your dream real estate is more accessible than ever. With a wide variety of inventory currently on the market, you are sure to be able to find a home that fits you perfectly.

Buying property in Henderson County has traditionally been a good investment, whether you intend use your property personally or as rental property.

And don’t forget - if you are a first-time home buyer or if you haven’t owned property in the last three years, you may qualify for a $8,000 tax credit if you buy before December 1, 2009.