Land

Cottage-compatible land in the Asheville area

Finding the right lot is the first step. We periodically identify parcels in Buncombe, Henderson, and surrounding counties that look like strong candidates for a cottage or ADU, and share them here.

What makes land cottage-compatible?

Not every parcel works for a small home or ADU. Zoning, utilities, slope, and access all matter. Here's what we look for when evaluating a potential site.

Already have a parcel in mind? A feasibility study will tell you exactly what's possible and what it'll cost, before you commit to anything.

Zoning allows a cottage or ADU Residential zones in Buncombe and Henderson counties increasingly permit ADUs by right. We check setbacks, density rules, and any overlay restrictions.
Utilities accessible Water and sewer (or a viable well/septic envelope) are essential. We look for sites where utility extensions are straightforward.
Buildable area ≥ ~2,000 sq ft After accounting for setbacks, slopes, and required buffers, there needs to be a flat or gently graded footprint for the structure.
Road access and driveway feasible The site needs legal access and enough grade for a driveway without prohibitive cut-and-fill costs.
No major flood or environmental constraints We flag FEMA floodplain areas, steep slopes (>25%), and wetlands that can complicate permitting.

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Land we own

Ready-to-build lots, sold with a cottage

These are parcels we own and are selling bundled with a Compact Cottage build. Buy the land and the home together with no need to find a builder separately.

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Browse the current list of parcels we own and are selling bundled with a Compact Cottage build: address, lot size, and details included. Updated as availability changes.

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Curated MLS listings

Cottage-compatible parcels on the market

Our real estate team has hand-picked these active listings in Buncombe, Henderson, and surrounding counties as strong candidates for a cottage or ADU. Browse the full list through our OneHome portal.

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We've filtered the MLS for parcels that meet our cottage-compatibility criteria: right size, right zoning, and in our service area. Updated regularly as new listings come on the market.

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A feasibility study will tell you what it'll cost to build on your specific site, whether your land works, and what the path forward looks like before you commit to buying or building.

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