Located in the Blue Ridge Mountains at an elevation of about 2,000 feet is gorgeous Asheville, also known as Land of the Sky. Known for creative arts scene and historical architecture, this city of over 90,000 people is the creative’s dream locale. Say goodbye to heat waves—you’ll enjoy the cooler temps that the mountains provide.

Perhaps one of the city’s biggest attractions is the Biltmore Estate, a 250-room French Renaissance abode with lavish gardens. Tour the estate for yourself, dine on the property or indulge in some fantastic wine! Asheville boasts over 25 art galleries, studio and museums in its downtown area alone. Stop in to Bender Gallery, The Haen Gallery or Lexington Glassworks for stunning pieces or check out quirky Asheville Pinball Museum. Fans of architecture will appreciate City Hall’s Art Deco trappings, the Neo-Gothic style of the Jackson Building and the jaw-dropping Basilica of St. Lawrence. Love to shop? Hit Grove Arcade or Asheville Mall. Foodies, book it to The Lobster Trap, Tupelo Honey, Rhubarb, Twisted Laurel or Curate. There’s even something for the brew connoisseurs! Asheville is home to Green Man Brewery, Burial Beer Co, Asheville Brewing Company and The Funkatorium.

Major employers in Asheville include The Biltmore Company, Buncombe County Public Schools, Missions Health System and Hospital, the City of Asheville, The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa and the VA Medical Center. Local colleges include University of North Carolina Asheville, South College Asheville and Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College. I-26, I-40 and I-240 all give you access in and out of the city, as well as Routes 25, 70, and 74.

Let IRT help you find the perfect home to compliment your new Asheville lifestyle!