Exceptional farm and land just minutes to I-40 with no restrictions. Approximately 24 acres of gently laying fields for a variety of crops. Wooded knoll offers ideal spots for a couple of houses. Property has been operated successfully as commercial agriculture farm featuring extensive, very high quality improvements. Two 4,000 s.f. specialized/automated greenhouses (heated) and featuring full light darkening controls allowing multiple crop yields in one season. A 2,000 s.f. metal building with concrete slab floor with two 12' roll up doors with two 12' x 12' walk in coolers ideal for crops and grapes. A 7,200 s.f. clear span steel warehouse on slab floor with four 12' roll up doors ideal for equipment/shop, includes two large heated/cooled office spaces. A propagating greenhouse/hoophouse. A 1,200 s.f. pole barn in good condition for tractor storage. Large tool barn built in 2016. Three phase power. The fields have been cover cropped for years and provide nutrient rich soil. Crooked Creek is one property line which provides abundant natural irrigation options. The property is ideal for continued agricultural use or residential development or perhaps a heavy equipment business utilizing the large clear span metal buildings with their large roll up doors and three phase electrical service. Paved road frontage on two places on Silvers Welch means you have options for development. ONLY financially qualified can tour the property after presenting proof of funds. Minimum 48 hours notice for showings and Listing Agent must attend. Do NOT enter the property without an appointment. Current tenant has ongoing business and no one is allowed to be unaccompanied.
Picture perfect organic farm located 25 minutes east of Biltmore House exit on I-40 and 15 minutes to Black Mountain. The classic 1920 farmhouse with three bedrooms is ideally situated overlooking hay fields and fertile crop land. Long frontage along the bold Crooked Creek offers swimming holes and plenty of water for irrigation. Springfed stream bisects upper fields for additional watering opportunities. Includes a renovated barn, two new greenhouses and a storage building under construction.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #NCM585162
May 20, 2015
Sold
$584,000
May 20, 2015
Listed
$612,500
Beautiful old farm with productive, flat bottomland, sloping hay fields, and forest. Bordered by bold creek. Old farmhouse in good condition and guest cottage in poor condition. Sold when listed.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,491
$273,230 + $94,170
$367,400
2024
$2,491
$273,230 + $94,170
$367,400
2023
$2,491 (−0.5%)
$273,230 + $94,170
$367,400
2022
$2,502
$75,160 + $288,550
$363,710
2021
$2,502 (−1.4%)
$75,160 + $288,550
$363,710
2020
$2,539 (+60.1%)
$75,160 + $288,550
$363,710
2019
$1,586 (+34.6%)
$75,160 + $152,020
$227,180
2018
$1,178
$75,160 + $93,580
$168,740
Public record
Public record
Permits
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Lot size
43.37 Acres
Year renovated
2017
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,651
Year built
2017
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McDowell County
APN
0668-00-23-2730
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Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Jul 14, 2025 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 98° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Old Fort, NC • 28762
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Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 1891 Silvers Welch Rd
$1,561,110
$39K under list price of $1.60M
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