IVESTER JACKSON BLACKSTREAM | CHRISTIE'S HIGHLANDS-CASHIERS
MARKET MOMENTUM BUILDS AS SEASON TURNS IN WESTERN
NORTH CAROLINA
Welcome to the Spring/Summer 2025 edition of Ivester Jackson Blackstream’s Portfolio of Fine Properties, where we highlight the beauty, movement, and momentum of luxury real estate across the Western North Carolina mountains.
As we transition into peak selling season, the region continues to demonstrate resilience amid a complicated economic environment. While interest rates remain elevated and inflation concerns linger, the broader equity markets have rebounded, fueling renewed confidence among buyers, particularly in the luxury and ultra-luxury segments. In fact, a significant portion of high-end transactions are continuing to close without financing, underscoring the strength and intent of well-capitalized buyers who see long-term value in real estate as both a financial and lifestyle investment.
Across Western North Carolina, the market reflects this mindset. The decision to purchase here isn’t purely economic—it’s deeply personal. Buyers from across the Southeast, Texas, Florida, and the Northeast continue to be drawn to the region for its blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, and slower pace of life. In Asheville and its surrounding areas, first quarter activity remained steady, with the mid-market showing healthy growth and pockets like North Asheville, Arden, and Henderson County posting notable increases in pending sales.
Regards,
Jonathan Hunter Broker-in-Charge
828-606-4160
68 Cinch Knot Drive | $3.8 M
Janet Blake | 828-450-5359 Pam Boileau | 704-905-0366
As always, demand here is driven by more than data points. Buyers are drawn to the fresh air, panoramic views, and refined yet relaxed way of living in this extraordinary region. And with remote work and lifestyle shifts continuing to shape purchasing behavior, our market remains well-positioned to attract those seeking quality of life with close proximity to major metros and world-class amenities.
In this environment, our firm continues to grow strategically. Our partnership with Bonneau Ansley and Christie’s International Real Estate has expanded our reach and strengthened our foothold in key markets across the Southeast. In particular, our rapidly growing Highlands-Cashiers office has benefited from this collaboration, offering sellers unparalleled exposure through a regional network that spans Atlanta, Greenville, Charlotte, and beyond.
Whether it’s a historic downtown condo in Asheville, a legacy estate on the Highlands Plateau, or a mountain-modern retreat in the Foothills, Western North Carolina offers an unmatched mix of elegance, escape, and opportunity. As the season unfolds, we remain optimistic and grounded in market fundamentals, buoyed by continued demand, and proud to help guide our clients through one of life’s most meaningful decisions.
Reed Jackson Managing Partner
704-713-3623
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EXCLUSIVE MOUNTAIN RETREAT | 616 OLD GROWTH FOREST ROAD
$3.85 M | MLS 4076276
Discover unparalleled luxury in this mountain retreat by PLATT architects. Nestled in a Fly-in/Fly-out community, enjoy breathtaking views, a chef’s kitchen, and a primary suite with stunning vistas. This home seamlessly integrates with nature through vast windows and natural materials. Custom features include reclaimed oak floors and an elevator.
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445
STUNNING NORTH ASHEVILLE CUSTOM HOME | 51 ROBINHOOD ROAD
$3.75 M | MLS 4203746
Indulge in luxury living in North Asheville. Impeccable attention to detail is evident everywhere in this sustainable haven that integrates with its mountain backdrop through Canadian red cedar shingles and regional stone. Enjoy green tech like radiant floor slabs and solar panels. Find exquisite craftsmanship catering to grand entertaining.
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445
PRIVATE MOUNTIAN SANCTUARY | 633 UPPER HERRON COVE ROAD
$2.2 M | MLS 4248389
Tucked away on 13.72 private acres off Elk Mountain Scenic Hwy, Hidden Hollow is a one-of-a-kind mountain retreat just minutes from downtown Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway. This extraordinary estate features a hand-crafted log home, a secluded guest studio, and 40+ years of curated gardens with rare plantings. Thoughtfully designed with passive solar principles and rich natural materials. It’s a true sanctuary, blending timeless design with nature’s beauty. Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445 & Ellen McGuire | 828-551-7027
MAIN-LEVEL LIVING WITH MOUNTAIN VIEWS | 63 CHANTILLY DRIVE
$1.495 M | MLS 4259333
This stunning home features a striking wall of windows, maple hardwood floors, and a gourmet kitchen with granite counters and a gas range. The luxurious primary suite offers a marble walk-in shower, heated floors, and serene views. Enjoy a screened porch, flex space, and 1,400 sq ft of finished upper-level living, complete with a second kitchen, full bath, bedroom, and living room. Perfect for multi-gen living, guests, or a creative retreat. Ellen McGuire | 828-551-7027 & Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445
HISTORIC GROVE PARK ESTATE | 1 EVELYN PLACE
$3 M | MLS 4225059
A distinguished Colonial Revival estate on 1.34 acres along the golf course in Asheville’s coveted Grove Park. Listed on the National Registry of Historic Places, this grand 1900s home features exquisite craftsmanship, six porches with mountain views, a pool house, guest cottage, and lush formal gardens, perfect for entertaining. A rare opportunity to own a true piece of Asheville’s architectural legacy. Anna Grace | 828-273-5052
Miriam McKinney | 828-777-7924
LUXURY
GREEN BUILD IN CANE CREEK | 64 WATER HILL WAY
$2.15 M | MLS 4237248
Luxury, sustainability and convenience in the gated, equine friendly Waterford Lakes community. Featuring a main level garage and primary suite, second living quarters in the walk out basement, heated saltwater pool, outdoor kitchen and green built amenities throughout. A custom Red Tree Builders home, meticulously showcasing energy efficiency and stunning finishes.
Alicia Bean MacDonald | 828-348-9819
MODERN FARMHOUSE MASTERPIECE ON THE FAIRWAY | 165 ROBINHOOD ROAD
$2.995 M | MLS 4240751
Modern farmhouse elegance meets refined mountain living in this custom, energy-efficient home on the 15th hole of the Country Club of Asheville. This designer residence features a chef’s kitchen, vaulted great room with sweeping golf course and mountain views, spa-inspired bathroom, bonus room, mudroom, and luxe outdoor spaces with screened porch, decks, and hot tub-ready patio. Sophisticated, functional, and flawlessly designed.
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445 & Ellen McGuire | 828-551-7027
10 BEAVERBROOK COURT | $6.95 M | MLS 4246277
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445
This stunning estate offers panoramic mountain views, a gated entrance, and luxurious living with four fireplaces, a chef’s kitchen, and a secluded owner’s suite with a spa-like bath featuring radiant floor heat, a half-glass cedar sauna, and a jetted tub overlooking the mountains. Enjoy outdoor living on four acres with koi pond, fire pit, and guest house with rental potential. Adjacent to 95 acres of conservation land.
An Unrivaled Global Connection
CUSTOM-BUILT DOUBLE-LOT RETREAT IN THE RAMBLE | 32 RAMBLE WAY
$4.255 | MLS 4251948
Nestled within The Ramble’s gated serenity, this unique double-lot property is more than a home—it’s a private luxury retreat where nature and legacy entwine. Morning light dances through a canopy of ancient oaks, illuminating tranquil trails and gardens beyond the doorstep. Here, community wellness and timeless elegance converge to craft a sanctuary for those who dream of a life steeped in serenity and connection.
Oby Morgan | 828-702-8033
$1.89 M | MLS 4248384
Nestled along one of Asheville’s most picturesque streets, this extraordinary 100-year-old residence offers the rare chance to own a piece of Grove Park’s storied legacy. A perfect fusion of 1920s grandeur and modern refinement, this four bedroom, three bathroom home invites you in with its classic Italian tile roof, original plaster walls, vintage lighting, and rich oak floors.
AWARD WINNING BUILDER
34 Fern Street | $549,900 | MLS 4227187
Jonathan Hunter | 828-606-4160
TIMELESS KENILWORTH DUTCH COLONIAL
1 Kenilworth Road | $824,900 | MLS 4241004
Jonathan Hunter | 828-606-4160
Beautifully crafted home by a Griffin Award–winning builder. This home offers three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and 1,476 sq. ft. of highly customized, thoughtfully designed space.
Step into the timeless elegance of this Dutch Colonial home, nestled in Asheville’s historic Kenilworth neighborhood. This three bedroom, two and a half bathroom gem, built in 1925, has been thoughtfully updated while preserving its original charm.
ASHEVILLE
MODERN FARMHOUSE ON 10 SCENIC ACRES
55 Plantation Drive | $1.85 M | MLS 4230730
Mike Zboyovski II | 828-337-7600
55Plantation.com
Remodeled home with mountain views, open floor plan, chef’s kitchen, and luxe main suite. Includes horse barn and three-bay outbuilding. Re-fence the pasture for equestrian use and enjoy the perfect mix of serenity and functionality.
PRIME FAIRWAY FRONTAGE
54 Fairway Road | $1.795 M | MLS 4238244
Mike Zboyovski II | 828-337-7600
54FairwayRoad.com
Lakeview Park estate features one-level living, sweeping views of the #4 Fairway at The Country Club of Asheville, and timeless architectural charm. Set on a beautifully landscaped .80-acre lot with 3,428 sq ft of light-filled space, it’s just a short walk to Beaver Lake, shops,and dining.
ASHEVILLE
NORTHWESTERN INSPIRIED DESIGN
233 Conifer Way | $1.25 M | MLS 4241458
Joy Pharr | 704-418-2963
Custom 2020-built, three bedroom four and a half bathroom home on 3.2 private acres in Williams Creek. Features include two-story living, mainfloor primary, luxe basement with a bar, gym and rec, three-car garage and a bay, lake views from two decks, Walnut cabinets, quartz and granite.
TURNKEY EQUESTRIAN ESTATE
570 Lambs Grill Road | $1.35 M | MLS 4238529
Joy Pharr | 704-418-2963
This timeless 1929 home on 20 fenced acres with barns, was renovated in 2013. High-end equestrian amenities: arena, round pen, 12+ stalls, hacking lanes, and pond. Located minutes from TIEC and 40 minutes to GSP, this home blends classic charm with modern updates.
TIMELESS DESIGN
50 Wintercress Drive | $1.1 M | MLS 4223052
Miriam McKinney | 828-777-7924
50WintercressDrive.com
SCENIC VIEWS AND SOPHISTICATED LIVING
20 Red Plum Lane | $1.05 M | MLS 4206569
Miriam McKinney | 828-777-7924
20RedPlumLane.com
This elegant Mills River home is built for effortless entertaining with soaring ceilings, a two-story great room, and a gourmet kitchen. The main level features a light-filled office and a luxurious owner’s suite. Enjoy stunning outdoor spaces with a screened porch, stone fireplace, and a fenced yard.
This light-filled Black Mountain home offers stunning year-round views and an open layout. Featuring a great room with fireplace, gourmet kitchen, main-level owner’s suite, and expansive deck. A skylit bonus room and a lower level with rec space and extra bedrooms add flexibility. BLACK
COUNTRY FRENCH MASTERPIECE
20 Snap Dragon Court | $2.15 M | MLS 4157666
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445
SERENE MAIN-LEVEL LIVING
38 Chantilly Drive | $1.295 M | MLS 4245606
Ellen McGuire | 828-551-7027
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445
THOMS ESTATE
THOMS ESTATE
ELEVATED LIVING, INSIDE AND OUT
17 Kiftsgate Court | $1.325 M | MLS 4242474
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445
Ellen McGuire | 828-551-7027
BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME
7 Kiftsgate Court | $454,900 | MLS 4212715
Ellen McGuire | 828-551-7027
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445
8 North Kensington Road | $1.65 M | MLS 4243586
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445 CHARMING LAKEVIEW PARK ESTATE
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445
5 Hillcrest Road East | $998,000 | MLS 4180029
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445 HISTORIC MONTFORD GEM
45 Short Street | $995,000 | MLS 4199097
Ellen McGuire | 828-551-7027 VIEW AND VERSATILITY
309 Country Club Road | $849,000 | MLS 4231795
Laura Livaudais | 828-712-5445
ASHEVILLE
ASHEVILLE
EXCLUSIVE DOWNTOWN CONDO
7 Patton Avenue, Unit 1807 | $1.649 M | MLS 4204433
Stacey Klimchuk | 828-777-3152
Lynn Roberts | 518-944-9037
SERENE LIVING
195 Meadow Creek Drive | $1.299 M | MLS 4245670
Stacey Klimchuk | 828-777-3152
Lynn Roberts | 518-944-9037
LUXURY MOUNTAIN ESCAPE
33 Walnut Grove Lane | $2.1 M | MLS 4146928
Stacey Klimchuk | 828-777-3152
Lynn Roberts | 518-944-9037
MOUNTAIN COTTAGE
142 Allspice Court | $680,000 | MLS 4220661
Stacey Klimchuk | 828-777-3152
Lynn Roberts | 518-944-9037
STEPS FROM DOWNTOWN
8 Birdhouse Row | $1.1 M | MLS 4144024
Mike Zboyovski II | 828-337-7600
8BirdhouseRow.com
TIMELESS CHARM IN NORTH ASHEVILLE
7 Temple Avenue | $699,000 | MLS 4237775
Shane Surratt | 828-777-1977
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ELLEN MCGUIRE Senior Broker
828-551-7027
Ellen@IJBProperties.com
AllAshevilleRealEstate.com
Ellen McGuire is a Luxury Real Estate Specialist with Ivester Jackson Blackstream | Christie’s International Real Estate. Born and raised in Asheville, NC, Ellen’s depth of knowledge about the Asheville market and beyond has been a valuable asset for her clients. Her success in the residential real estate industry can be attributed to the many skills she gained during her 22 years in education. Ellen’s clients have described her as patient, incredibly organized, a pro-active thinker, and creative. She is also compassionate and empathetic; expertly guiding her clients through the challenges and varied emotions that accompany the buying or selling a home. Being well connected in the Asheville Community, Ellen has extensive resources available to help her clients settle into the area before, during, and after the sale. She is committed to meeting and exceeding each client’s needs with concierge service, timely communication, and skilled negotiations to deliver the dream buying or selling experience!
LAURA LIVAUDAIS Senior Broker
828-712-5445
Laura@IJBProperties.com
AllAshevilleRealEstate.com
Laura Browne Livaudais is the #1 leading luxury broker at Ivester Jackson Blackstream | Christie’s International Real Estate. Laura’s savvy market expertise, keen negotiating experience, fine-tuned listening skills, high-end marketing, and record-breaking successes validate her as one of Western North Carolina’s top luxury real estate experts. A local-born native, her career spans from Asheville, NC to Vail, CO. She has earned both the trust and confidence of private luxury sellers and buyers. Recognized as a gifted strategist and negotiator, her uppermost desire remains to ensure that her client’s needs and wants are not only met but also far surpassed. Laura has earned the elite designations of: Christie’s Masters Circle since 2019, Founding Member of REALM Global, WNC exclusive agent for Haute Residence, an AVL Top 100 Broker continuously, and a Christie’s Certified Luxury Specialist.
JANET BLAKE, GRI
Senior Broker
828-450-5359
Janet@IJBProperties.com
IJBProperties.com
Janet truly loves assisting her clients in their real estate journey at each stage of their lives. Whether she’s sharing and touring the beautiful mountain communities of Western North Carolina or providing a highquality marketing plan for the sale of a home, this is her specialty. She understands that a home plays a large role in one’s life, and as life changes, so do the needs and desires that go along with it. Her career as a real estate broker began 11 years ago, and her previous work as a paralegal instilled in her a strong sense of professionalism and a work ethic that inspires confidence and trust in her clients. Janet is experienced in new home construction, home renovations, and historic preservation. As a professional with Christie’s International Real Estate, she benefits from a wealth of knowledge, global exposure, and experience in every price point. A love for the WNC mountains and a desire to be close to family brought Janet to Asheville in 2006 from South Florida. She has raised three children and is passionate about serving others in her community.
LYNN ROBERTS Broker
518-944-9037
Lynn@IJBProperties.com
IJBProperties.com
Lynn Roberts was born and raised in North Carolina. She completed her Bachelors of Science in Nursing from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her passion was pediatric nursing for many years but her creative business acumen allowed her to start her own company in which she developed, marketed, and outsourced manufacturing of her own children’s hair accessory business. This diverse background translates into a compassionate and driven agent that will consider all clients needs. With her home in the breathtaking mountains of Asheville, she enjoys everything Western NC has to offer in her free time. In addition to being a certified yoga instructor, she is an avid ultra-runner, as well as hiker, and snow/water skier. She provides a thorough understanding of the real estate market with a genuine personal touch and unique experience for all clients.
MIKE ZBOYOVSKI II
Broker
828-337-7600
MikeZibby@IJBProperties.com
IJBProperties.com
Mike Zboyovski II, an Asheville native, brings over 20 years of real estate experience across Western North Carolina. A graduate of Asheville High School and Belmont Abbey College, Mike has built a thriving referralbased business rooted in lasting client relationships. Deeply connected to the community, he has served on numerous nonprofit boards and spent 17 years coaching football and golf in Asheville City Schools. When he’s not guiding clients or mentoring athletes, Mike enjoys golfing with friends or fishing on WNC’s scenic lakes and rivers. He lives in West Asheville with his fiancée, Ashley, and their dog, Jack.
STACEY KLIMCHUK Senior Broker
828-777-3152
Stacey@IJBProperties.com
StaceyKlimchuk.com
Stacey Klimchuk grew up in Asheville and has watched WNC grow into the thriving and vibrant region it is today. She has an innate understanding of market conditions and trends in the Asheville area and this expertise, along with her marketing and sales background, equates to great results for her clients. She has been awarded AVL Top 100 Agent for 4 years running and was nominated for Asheville’s 40 Under 40 award. Stacey is a member of Women for Women, The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina, is a committee member for Maccabiah USA, and supports BRCA research and Breast Cancer Awareness. She and her husband reside in Biltmore Forest with their children Simon and Rose. They enjoy golfing, hiking, and exploring Asheville’s incredible restaurant scene.
MIRIAM MCKINNEY
Senior Broker
828-777-7924
Miriam@IJBProperties.com
IJBProperties.com
A true native to Western North Carolina, Miriam’s deep family roots date back to the early 1800’s. Her 20+ years as a top -producing broker, unprecedented depth of knowledge and expertise in real estate are invaluable to her clients and the reason her clients repeatedly seek her guidance for all their real estate needs. As a former educator in the area, Miriam’s goal is to educate by providing the most current, relevant information available and by giving expert guidance throughout. With her savvy market expertise, highly skilled negotiating experience, tenure and respect in the industry, her goal is to exceed your expectations with her professionalism, integrity and white-glove experience for a successful outcome.
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