New construction
$380,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,600 sqft · 1.09 acre lot
51 Sleepy Forest Dr, Leicester, NC 28748
Single family · Built 1976 · $238/sqft ·
$2,084/mo est. payment
- HOA
- $33/mo
- Garage
- 4 cars
- Stories
- 2
Flood factor 1/10
About this home
Discover the charm and privacy of this unique log home tucked away in a peaceful, wooded setting. Featuring beautiful natural wood construction, stone accents, warm hardwood floors, exposed beams, and an inviting rustic character throughout, this property offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy the tranquility of mountain living. The spacious main level provides plenty of room for gathering and entertaining, with a large kitchen featuring abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, hardwood flooring, and a breakfast bar with classic diner-style stools. Multiple living areas offer flexibility for everyday living, a home office, recreation space, or hosting family and friends. Step outside and enjoy the property's impressive outdoor spaces, including a large screened porch/deck overlooking the wooded surroundings, additional decking, stone retaining walls, and a beautiful stone fire-pit area-perfect for relaxing around the fire, entertaining, or enjoying cool mountain evenings. The property also offers a large detached three-car garage/workshop, providing exceptional storage and workspace. Additional unfinished areas offer potential for storage, hobbies, workshop space, or future use. Surrounded by mature trees and natural beauty, the setting provides a wonderful sense of privacy while still offering convenient access to nearby amenities. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or property with room to make your own, this one-of-a-kind log home offers character, space, and plenty of possibilities.
Facts and features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms On Main Level: 1
- Primary Bedroom Dimensions: 14' x 16'
- Primary Bedroom Level: Upper
- Primary Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 2
- Basement Features: Basement Garage Door, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access
- Living Room Dimensions: 21' x 12'
- Living Room Level: Main
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms On Main Level: 1
Interior Features
- Walk-in closet(s)
- Door Features: Sliding Doors
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Window Features: Skylight(s)
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Electric range
- Electric water heater
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Refrigerator with ice maker
- Washer/dryer
- Laundry Features: In Basement, Laundry Chute
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Heat Pump
- Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
- Heating Features: Heat Pump
Exterior and Lot Features
- Fire pit
- Fencing: Invisible, Privacy
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Side Porch
- Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
- Porch: Yes
- Deck: Yes
Land Info
- Additional Parcels: No
- Lot Description: Wooded
- Lot Size Acres: 1.09
- Lot Size Square Feet: 47480
Schools
- 5
Leicester Elementary
elementary · K-4 · 1.9 mi
- 6
Clyde A Erwin Middle School
middle · 7-8 · 7.0 mi
- 2
Clyde A Erwin High
high · 9-12 · 7.1 mi
- 2
Eblen Intermediate School
elementary · 5-6 · 7.5 mi
- 10
West Buncombe Elementary
elementary · K-4 · 7.4 mi
- 6
Enka Middle
middle · 7-8 · 8.9 mi
Price history
- Sep 10, 2026 · Listed$380,000
- Apr 13, 1999 · Sold$105,000
Tax history
- 2025$1,428 tax · $207,900 assessed
- 2024$1,363 tax · $207,900 assessed
- 2023$1,322 tax · $207,200 assessed
- 2022$1,301 tax · $207,200 assessed
- 2021$1,301 tax · $207,200 assessed
- 2020$1,265 tax · $189,100 assessed
- 2019$1,265 tax · $189,100 assessed
- 2018$1,265 tax · $189,100 assessed
Home value
$376,000
- Collateral Analytics$376,000
- Cotality$363,800
- Quantarium$376,207
Where it is
Listed by Heather Wheatley · Carolina Home Source LLC · CanopyMLS
