Why I Moved to Asheville [Pros & Cons of Living Here] [Asheville, NC Real Estate]
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- Hey there! I’m Cara. Welcome to my channel. I’m a real estate broker in Asheville, NC here to educate you on all things real estate along with fun things to do and see in the area.
Today I'm keeping things super casual. I share a little insight as to why I moved to Asheville and some pros and cons of living here. There's a lot more I could have covered! Should I do a part 2?
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How funny. I'm a born and raised Fort Lauderdale kid. We moved to Charlotte in 2007 and went to Asheville every other weekend. I love that place. After looking for 5 years I found property in Weaverville close to the blue ridge parkway. It was a tad expensive but I jumped on it. Im a certified bee keeper and want to raise about 300 hives. Ill grow stuff to sell in Asheville as well. The Restaurant there are amazing and I want to be a part of the food. Luv it :) Maybe Ill see ya around kid.
That's awesome! You picked a beautiful spot to buy property. Let me know if you end up selling honey or produce around Asheville. Always happy to support locals.
I will be in full force next year.gonna be at least a year to build up the hone bee farm
I've lived in Asheville my whole 30 years of life, before it was trendy and congested. Summers at Belcher, When Henriette the Elephant and the carnival rides were still at the Nature center.... I still love Asheville and more than likely will never leave. However it is bitter sweet to see my little hometown grow into what it is now.
I completely understand this sentiment. It's sad to see the place you grew up in change in big ways. Some of my favorite childhood places are completely unrecognizable now - farmland turned into high rises, beaches with pine trees completely decimated. My bf's hometown has been almost completely clear cut as people from NY and NJ continue to move in. My hope is that Asheville's culture will remain intact and that the growing pains won't be too bad but time will tell. I try to support the locals as much as I can.
Is it dangerous? i'm a minority. am i gonna stick out. will i be in danger?
@@cupidok2768 lmfaoooo the fact u actually think you’re gonna be in fuckin danger. wake up
@Rob Fiss is that the answer to my questions or ur saying something else
It's not good to pine for "the good old days". When I was a kid the world was only 3 billion people and now it's 8 billion. My first house was $50k and now the houses in my neighborhood are a million. Everywhere has grown, it's just a fact of life.
I just discovered Cara's videos a few weeks ago and have enjoyed all of them. Have found them very informative, down to earth casual and spot on. I am planning a visit to Asheville and am seriously considering moving there, being a single, retired teacher. Perhaps in a year when mortgage interest rates are a few points lower. I grew up in the suburbs of New York but have spent most of my adult life in southern CA where the weather is wonderful but the people not so much- as in vain, superficial, shallow, money oriented. Looking forward to exploring the Asheville environment, vibes and it's notoriously friendly, welcoming people.
Thanks so much for the sweet comment! Let me know if you want to meet for coffee/tea when you're in town. Happy to chat about your potential move.
By the way, Posana is gluten-free, in addition to Plant, Laughing Seed (on Wall St) and Rosettas (Lexington) cater to vegetarian and vegan diets.
Very true! Rosetta's is so delicious!
Asheville once was a fantastic place to live. I have lived there all my life and can no longer afford a single rental within county limits even. Ive relocated to Henderson County, but still commute to Asheville for work. It just saddens me greatly, the gentrification, the increase in tourism, unbearable traffic has made Asheville no longer a place for locals to enjoy. This city only cares about industry, tourism, and more money to line their own pockets. I mean for Christ sake! Have you seen interstate-26? There is no reason for a reasonably small stretch of land to take over twenty years of construction to complete. However, I hope you enjoy Asheville.
I do the very same thing, live in Henderson county / commute to Asheville for work so I 100% understand what you’re talking about on I-26; lol- ya gotta laugh to keep from crying kinda thing 😂 But on the other hand I’m grateful that our WNC has prospered the way it has 💚🤍
If you move to Asheville come with a financial plan already, no good job industry here, cost of living is not cheap, higher than most of the entire state! A lot of homeless people and heavy drinking culture. There’s a lot of beauty but have to say a lot changed and not so much for the better except some of the development has facilitated some comforts. Come with money saved, a work plan in place, if you don’t pay state tax (like Florida) be ready to pay that now and stay grounded, it can be ungrounding at first but make sure you have your finances grounded, I think that’s very important and maybe reason why there is so much poverty here and homelessness because a lot of people come and get dreamy but the money runs out eventually.
Money doesn’t flow here as well as places like Miami (where there’s a lot of commerce and wealthy people). Then you can enjoy the nature and simpler life.
Born and raised here but it's getting really expensive to live here wasn't never this expensive growing up here
It certainly is! Price increases have especially ramped up the last few years.
I am moving to Leicester ❣️I can’t wait my daughter bought me a house there it’s about 15 minutes outside of Asheville and I love this video because I’m waiting to move in and I’m learning all about the area...In the meantime I’m hoping to get packed lots to do ❤️
That's great, congratulations! Glad you enjoyed.
I really appreciated your beautiful energy and enthusiasm for Asheville. Thank you! Can you make more videos where we see the people and the social vibe?
Thank you so much for your kind words! That's a great idea, yes. I've been wanting to film more rooftop bars, music events, etc. Is that along the lines of what you were thinking?
I’m so excited to start my new chapter there! Thanks for sharing 😁
You're welcome! Asheville is awesome. :) When are you moving here?
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2 bedroom apartment $1700 and up
Not sure where you're looking but I have a 2 bedroom and pay under $1300 - not far from town either. I know others in different complexes who also pay less than $1700.
I went to Stetson and grew up in FL, too! Considering moving to Asheville. Thanks for the info!
Wow, small world! I'm glad you found it helpful. I have a lot more videos about Asheville and also the housing market that you might enjoy. Reach out to me anytime and let me know if I can help.
Born & grew up there in the 80s/90s. It's pretty different now, that's for sure. I always said it was a great place to grow up and a great place to leave.
Hah, I think we all say that about where we grew up. I know essentially no one that likes their hometown. I used to say if FL broke off from the rest of the US and went underwater I wouldn't complain. It never felt like home to me, despite the fact that I grew up there.
@@ashevillencliving my family is from the gulf coast so I grew up in Aville and Sarasota. It's nice to visit too, but I've been in the the Seattle area for 20 years. Seattle sort of delivers on all the things the A-hole promised but weren't quite there. Still, my wife (who's from here) wants to move there, lol.
It's quite frustrating to see that local government hasn't made more of an effort to bring higher paying jobs to the area. The cost of real estate (both buying and renting) has exploded in the Asheville area and the vast majority of jobs don't pay well enough to meet the cost of living. Plus ever since Mission Hospital was sold the quality of health care has gone way downhill. That said Asheville is still beautiful. Always will be I imagine.
You should watch my latest video about the comprehensive plan. They're addressing many things you mentioned. 🙂
@@ashevillencliving I hope they finally do. The lack of decent paying jobs has been a huge issue for years. It was even when I lived there.
@@ashevillencliving Sigh. Similar to what the city discussed years ago.
Yes, the mininum wage in Buncombe County is currently only around $7/hr. But local economy activists consider current fair living wage there (considering cost of housing, etc.) $20/hr. Eek!!😮🙁 I did notice some employers choose to pay a living wage or are in the process of moving towards doing that. ❤ Also, unlike some other US states, low-income able-bodied, non-senior adults without dependents do not get any Medicaid there sadly!!😮🙁 Except for birth control, pap smears, and STD testing.
A lot of people go out to eat after church - it’s a thing - If family or Grandmothers house doesn’t have Sunday Dinner ready - you go out to eat as a family - Here in the south we call the noon meal Dinner - outsiders call it Lunch
Very true! After church meals are very common. :)
This is so helpful I am a teacher from Michigan. I have been teaching in Vermont, but it's cold and harsh here...I was offered a job in Pennsylvania and Asheville...This is convincing. I think I want to stop at plant...Thanks for the video..
Having lived in PA and NC I strongly prefer NC, though I do miss the snow days up north. Vermont is beautiful but I know many people don't love winter. Let me know if you visit Asheville - happy to provide more recommendations and answer questions on the area.
Excited for my visit in September! Spending about 4 days in Asheville and exploring the surrounding areas. Planning on being out of CA in about a year. Thanks for the video :)
That's exciting! I hope you have a lovely time here. If you'd like any recommendations on things to do or places to eat I'm happy to provide them. Glad you enjoyed the video. :)
So just be advised it you move to Asheville your moving to little California
Gotta love RUclips recommendations lol. So I was born & raised in NJ but been living in Orlando since 2006. Visited Asheville based on word of mouth from friends in late 2018 and fell in love on the first time. Visited probably close to 10 times since. I’m now moving to Asheville in the beginning of January! I can’t wait to be in a location again that has real weather all year round unlike Florida. I love the food/brewery scene along with all things outdoors.
That's so awesome! My family actually lives in Deland so not too far from Orlando. I'm with you - I need to have actual seasons. The food/brewery scene here is incredible - same with all the outdoor activities. If you need any help with your move, let me know! Also happy to offer recommendations for things to do and places to eat/drink. Reach out to me anytime.
@@ashevillencliving wonderful! Thank you so much. You mentioned tourism which I’m fine with but as long as it’s not all year round which I don’t believe it is like Central Florida. 😂
Nope it's not year round like FL, haha. The wintertime is the slowest. I feel like spring isn't too busy either. Summer and peak fall are the busiest tourist seasons here.
@@ashevillencliving gotcha. That’s not bad. I can deal with that haha. Do you have any good suggestions on the outskirts as far as places to visit? Any places you like in particular? I know of Weaverville but never really visited
Hmm, well Black Mountain is super popular - it's a cute little town with great restaurants, art, shops, and mountain views. Lake Lure is a popular summer destination because of the beach. West of town out near Waynesville there's the Cherokee Reservation which is pretty neat. I could go on forever about cool places to visit here. Haha. There are also a ton of waterfalls in the areas - there are a bunch south west of town near Dupont. Weaverville is pretty cute too! What part of town are you going to be living in?
Great video! My interests are very similar to yours so it was very helpful. ❤
Thank you so much! Really glad to hear you enjoyed and have similar interests. :)
Just re watched this video....Great info. See you (and Asheville in 2 moths). Thanks Cara.
Glad you enjoyed it! Your move will be here before you know it.
This was super helpful! Asheville sounds right up our alley!
I'm so glad!
Will be visiting for the first time in early June. Really looking forward to checking out the area and I included a pit stop to Black Mountain on my itinerary because it just looked so cute!!!
That's awesome! Black Mountain is such a neat place. :) Feel free to reach out if you'd like any recommendations for things to do while you're here.
Great video! We may be relocating from Boise. Unfortunately, relocated to Boise from Vail and it was a culture shock. We moved sight unseen. Looking forward to learning more about Asheville. I'm happy to hear the music scene is hip and cool and its easy to make friends there. We have a Lundehund breed small dog and he loves hiking, rivers and nature. Thanks for the informative video.
Oh man, I'm sorry to hear you haven't had the best experience post-move. Let me know if you plan to travel to Asheville! Always happy to meet and answer any questions you have over tea/coffee or a bite to eat.
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Did you end up moving to Asheville from Boise? Contemplating a similar plan & would love to hear any feedback. Thanks!
By faith my family of seven are coming to Asheville. We will stay in a cabin in Mars Hill this July. Would you give an idea where we can boat ride (rent it) with my 90 year old dad?🌷 I have soo much enjoyed your RUclips review. So happy for your move to Asheville.💕
That sounds like a lot of fun! July is a great time for a boat ride. There aren't many boating areas around here but I'd recommend Lake Lure, or possibly Lake James (though that's not as much in the mountains). Reach out anytime!
I hear the city of Asheville is going downhill with drugs and homeless etc. Wife n I are going there easter weekend, anywhere should stay away from as far as drughaven areas with people shooting up?
I'd avoid staying in hotels on Airport Rd, Tunnel Rd, and downtown. There's some beautiful hotels downtown, but its crazy over priced and a lot of homeless hang out down there to panhandle. There's a nice cluster of hotels just South of Biltmore Estate
I haven't had any bad encounters with drugs in Asheville. There are some homeless people, as there are with any city. I wouldn't say there are any particular areas that I'd consider "dangerous" though they do tend to hang around Pritchard Park and the bus station. A few years back I stayed in a hotel on Tunnel Rd and had a great experience. Let me know if you would like any restaurant or other recommendations when you're here next month!
I just saw a news story about the increase in crime in Ashville. Homeless too. Too bad, as it was a very nice place not even that long ago. Probably not real bad, but I don't like how it's trending.
I know people bring this up a lot, but in my experience crime here is nothing compared to other places I've lived. Of course it's subjective though.
@@ashevillencliving I did not feel threatened being down there. I thought it was pretty safe. What crime there is I think is mostly petty theft, and a lot of drug use. That is enough for me to get annoyed more than experiencing fear. However, I don't like being annoyed either. I cannot say more about the beauty of the area. I simply did not like the vibe downtown.
Funny this popped up in my recommended because I was also born and raised in the Fort Lauderdale area. I live and go to college in Savannah now but I am considering moving to Asheville after graduation. I have family there and absolutely love the outdoors.
Oh how interesting! You might also like a video I just put out this week that consolidates my thoughts after being here for a year. Asheville is definitely great for outdoor lovers. Feel free to reach out any time with questions on the area. :)
Haha I grew up in Fort Lauderdale as well, live out west and hoping to move to North Carolina. It’s by far the best southern state I’ve been too!
@@TheeModeeModShowToo funny! Davie / Weston guy checking in… :)
Moving to Asheville the 28th of this month! I’m 20 years old and I’m super excited to be fortunate enough to be able to live within the town.
Wow, that's impressive! Congratulations! 👏 🎉
We are planning on moving there even though we’ve never visited! I’m an Astrocartographer, which is the study of your natal astrological birth chart placed on top of the world! Both me, and my fiancé have really incredible planetary lines out there! So, I’m looking forward to hearing more from you. We come from a similar situation out here in Flagstaff, AZ! Small mountain town, close to Sedona, AZ and huge running community here. The prices are insane though! Even worse than the Asheville area. We are super stoked to visit though, and hopefully will get there in the next few years and crossing fingers for the market to crash! It seems it is starting to get to that point, but we will see! 😊
That's really interesting that you're both being let to Asheville! I'm interested to hear how you like it when you visit. Feel free to reach out if you want to meet while you're in town.
In regards to the market crashing, it's unlikely. The crash in '08 was due to poor lending policies and also inventory was much higher then. Nowadays, mortgage lenders have stricter rules around who they loan money to and also housing inventory is historically low. This is what is keeping prices high. It's unlikely this situation will change anytime soon as the people that locked in historically low interest rates in the 3's aren't keen on moving and losing this great rate. I go into detail about this a lot in my videos. :)
Thank you!! 💚I'd love to hear your thoughts on cities within say an hour of Asheville! As far as culture, cool things, commute to Asheville, housing cost vs Asheville. 🙂
Well, there isn't much in the way of cities within an hour of Asheville. There's Greenville, SC which is an hour south - it has become popular recently but is much warmer and the culture there is different. Prices there have been on the rise too, from what I understand. Charlotte is the next closest city but that's 2 hours from AVL. Asheville's surroundings are largely rural as we're amidst the mountains.
thanks! My BF and I will be visiting Asheville in Oct. for the first time. I'm so excieted :D
That's exciting! Let me know if you have any questions while you're here. Happy to offer recommendations.
Awesome area, but wow the cost. Housing is extremely expensive.
It's true, housing is expensive! It's increased in most places across the country.
I really enjoyed this video. I have been hoping to sell my home eventually and relocate there. I would need to find a job but as an RN hoping that’s not going to be difficult. I’m looking into renting a nice apartment initially while I get a feel for the region.
I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Planning to make another video in March that's similar. :) I know a lot of traveling nurses come through this area so I would imagine there's demand for RN's. Happy to answer any of your questions on Asheville, the real estate market here, etc., and point you in the right direction for an apartment! Reach out to me anytime.
Too expensive
@@ashevillencliving Could you you point me to a very low cost area? Doesn't have to be in Ashville just close to Veterans Hospital? Thanks.
Well, it really depends on your definition of low cost. The median sale price around Asheville (13 counties) is right around $400k and the average is just over $475k. Townhomes will be more affordable than single family. If you're a veteran, there are VA loan programs that might be applicable for you.
@@ashevillencliving You're awesome, thanks for reply.
I moved here just before the pandemic, I think the people are awesome too!
I loved this video and would like to ask can you compile a bunch of activities that cost little or nothing… like going to the botanical garden is cheaper than the arboretum though not as abundant with the flora and fauna.
I live on a very tight budget and now that the pandemic rules are lifting would love to go out and explore but ‘On the cheap’ thanks!
Going to the Shakespeare outdoor theater in the Montford neighborhood is nice, the custard shop on Merrimon Ave is a treat. Window shopping on Livingston street -downtown. Those are things you can do without spending much, but I need more, any ideas?
I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! I love your idea. I will definitely add this to my list of videos to film. You mentioned a lot of good ones. I'd also suggest hiking, driving on the parkway and taking in the views combined with picnicking. There are some great used book stores and thrift shops as well.
@@ashevillencliving , Good idea, on the the thrift and 2nd hand book stores too, a great place to just walk through and maybe find a gem at a low price, a rare thing in the expensive ‘boutique shopping’ atmosphere of Asheville!
@@lulularue6292 true, there are definitely some hidden gems! 😊
Asheville is getting more and more expensive to live there. Biltmore estate is a wonderful place to visit.
I'm proud to call nc my home.
It really is a beautiful area, we have been there 3 times and really enjoyed ourselves, too bad the real estate market is crazy or else we would be living there now, don't how the rental market is there until we could buy.
It truly is a beautiful area! The rental market is also very hot. It all depends on where you'd want to be though. The closer you are to the center of Asheville, the higher the demand and prices. My prediction, based on everything I've read and seen is that the housing market in Asheville will stay competitive but home prices will level out at some point.
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North Carolina simply just beautiful state.
Agreed! I love it all from coast to mountains.
@@ashevillenclivingThank you! My co worker movig to Ashville this Friday from Florida.i live in Palm beach county last 23 years and i can't wait to move up to North Carolina and enjoy winter.Tired of boring heat.
@@alp196 I hear ya! I have family in the palm beach area. FL was way too hot for me. The weather up here is so much better! I'm sure you're excited to be out of there.
Yes and very populated. it feels like central America any more. I have couple of things to finish it in here then I'm totally free.
@@alp196 I hear ya. That's awesome! Welcome!
i went through ashville a month ago. traffic was bad. we kept going. i am an avid mt biker so ashville is way cool. river arts district. is cool, but i would rather live in a smaller mt town in north carolina. btw, what kind of work do you in your boy friend do? the reason i ask is because it is very exspensive to live there. just wondering . thanks good vid!!
Asheville is BIG on mtn biking! There are tons of small towns around Asheville. I'm a real estate broker and my bf works remotely for a financial company. It can certainly be expensive, particularly if you want to be in or near the city. Compared to the places I've lived in the past it's not any more expensive, though I also don't live right in Asheville. Glad you enjoyed the video! Reach out anytime with questions. :)
Prince Page, I too am a cyclist more of a climber, not downhill bomber:) Old bones break easy and heal slowly. If you find the perfect place post it! I am also Looking, but I wounder if maybe the TN side might be less cost and taxation, more freedoms (Thats what cyclist love, FREEDOM), I'm traveling thru in Oct 22. I'll share my thoughts as well.
GREAT video!
Love your style. 👍👌
Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it. :)
@@ashevillencliving - I got married in Asheville - 1995.
@@carriekay5987 that's awesome! So much has changed since then but it's still a beautiful place to be.
@@ashevillencliving - Yeah, I live in Portland now and when you said that Asheville is said to be the Portland of the East, that got my attention. My husband and I are seeing so much destruction in what was once a beautiful place to be (Portland).
@@carriekay5987 so sad to hear there's destruction going on in Portland. 😕 It is true that Asheville has a lot of the same highlights as Portland - you guys have taller trees though!
Is it still woke? I’ve heard sad things about Ashville but want to visit. We went to Boone and loved it.
Yup, more in the city than the outskirts though, so it's mixed. Boone is amazing! I moved here to be closer to Boone/Blowing Rock. I would have moved there but the town is very seasonal.
I live close by.
I just spent a week in the surrounding areas, south, east and west, never actually made it into downtown Asheville. Went home and sold my place near Clearwater, Fl. Staying in an Airbnb near Hendersonville, for October while I look for a small place to purchase. Obviously, may have to rent after that... we’ll see.
Oh very cool! What area was your favorite to explore? If you have any questions on the area and aren't already working with someone to help you find a place, please feel free to reach out to me. I'm always happy to help. :)
@@ashevillencliving I liked Black Mountain, and Hendersonville. Didn’t really get a chance to go see any sights, or hike or anything. I was trying to get a feel for different areas, and driving by some listings. I went out toward Valdese, and the other direction, west of Franklin. Stayed in Waynesville, Flat Rock, and Rutherfordton.
I have a friend that’s a realtor in Asheville.
Any suggestions on where to rent, if I need to?
Sounds like you explored a lot of places! There are a lot of different apartment complexes where you can rent if you're open to that. There's also Airbnb like you mentioned, private landlord rentals which you can find through Facebook Marketplace, apartments.com, etc. Some places do have wait lists so just keep that in mind.
Reasonably I expect Asheville to go gentrification through the roof, like Hood River OR did when we lived on the Columbia Gorge there...money will rule over culture...crowds crowds crowds of transplants.
Gentrification isn't necessarily a bad thing. Asheville has quite a bit of culture which is what attracts people here. It will be interesting to see it grow.
Does anyone have any recommendations for towns with more affordable living surrounding Asheville to raise a family?
What's your definition of affordable?
I recently moved to Asheville and I like it. Is Calm
Agreed! It definitely has a calming vibe.
I would like to know hows it being black in that part of the country. i would assume cause of the terrorist and liberals, its chilled out
Sounds like all the places ive lived too except replace Pennsylvania w Ohio. In Florida now and will be heading to that area soon. Praying soon
Best of luck on your move! Let me know if I can be of any help.
Wow, and you're a real estate agent also. I'm heading down in 2 weeks
Don't want to buy right away.... looking for a 3 bed 2 bath rental
Best of luck finding a rental! The demand isn't as high in the winter so hopefully you find something quickly. :)
Is Asheville only for the young? I’m forever 39 😊 was thinking of moving but after your video now I’m concerned I’ll be outta place. FYI great video just kinda overthinking I guess
Downtown Asheville tends to draw a younger crowd but there are plenty of retirees that call the Asheville area home (and everyone in between). :) Let me know if I can help in any way! Reach out anytime with questions.
Thanks!
You bet!
Ok,.... its nice , but what's better? Not too far away.
What's better than Asheville? Well I personally prefer being away from people and in the forest, haha.
I really liked that. Can you share transit/bus info. I use public transportation in New Jersey and NYC. I am hoping to move somewhere like Asheville but don't want to own a car. Is it easy to bus to Whole Foods from the mail downtown area where all the boutiques are?
I'm glad you enjoyed it! Here's a link to the transit maps and schedules for Asheville: www.ashevillenc.gov/service/transit-maps-schedules/ Happy to answer any other questions for you.
You will need a car.
@@TheGuinevere777 And a therapist!
Nice video, Im thinking about moving out there Ive herd great things about it, I wouldnt mind living in a small town right outside of it too. Do you have any tips on ppl moving out there.
How exciting! Yes, I actually have a few videos on the surrounding towns that you might like. One tip I have is to start looking for housing sooner than you think you need to. If you have any questions on the area or need help finding a rental or home, just let me know! Happy to help in any way I can. 😊
You said you made a lot of friends in your first few months, how did you make those friends ? Specific events ? Or just organically ?
Just organically really. I reached out to people on Instagram I followed locally, used apps like BumbleBFF, and I also host meetups through my Facebook group, Living in Asheville. It's something you might enjoy: facebook.com/groups/1117167515452017
asheville is super friendly. not hard to make friends
Cherokee one hour from Asheville
Hi Cara! I've been considering moving to Ashville from MB SC, but recently was a bit discouraged after speaking to a couple living on the outskirts of the town. I realize opinions vary widely, so it's refreshing to hear your positive outlook of the area. Their main gripe was their opinion on a high crime rate. On the other side of the spectrum, I understand Ashville is very LGBT friendly and welcoming. If you have a minute, I'd love to hear your take on this. Very informative videos.. Thanks:)
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Hey! Thanks so much for your comment. As a realtor, I'm not allowed to say much as it relates to crime, schools etc. as it's very subjective. I always say just look at the crime statistics in your area and compare them to here to see what you think. In my personal opinion the crime here is nothing like PA or parts of FL (both places I've lived) but again, that's in my experience. Feel free to reach out to me directly! Happy to chat more.
I interview a the people in downtown in this video here if you want to get a grasp on the people a little bit ruclips.net/video/aBnqUS2h840/видео.html
The “crime problem” is mostly hype from conservative media who want to suggest that “blue” cities have more crime due to liberal policies. There are a lot of homeless here and they bring trash but are not threatening. We live very close to downtown and walk downtown almost every day. I grew up here as well. We do not find crime to be a problem.
I’ve heard the woke folk ruined it. Panhandlers and drugs.
Hi Cara! How far is Asheville to the beaches?
It's about 4 hours to Charleston, SC. The closest NC beach would be Wilmington which is 5.5 hours.
Are there many blacks thee? Very smooth looking there
No much left. It's too expensive for them and the Mexicans.
Where do you snowboard?
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort in Mars Hill is great! There's also Cataloochee but I haven't been to that one yet.
If you have a liberal socialist ideology and mindset please stay out of North Carolina all together if you’re trying to escape that type of environment like Chicago, Baltimore, New York City, Portland Oregon, the North Carolina is the place to be just don’t vote the same way North Carolina is a free market economy and it has made North Carolina great for many years please don’t come down here and screw up our state if you’re from up north and you’re moving down here because your state is screwed up because of the way you voted go back and live in the hell that you created otherThen that if you came down here and you can contribute something to our state welcome
If people with liberal mindsets do move there, what will happen exactly? This sounds like a threat of some sort. Last I heard it was a free country, including free thinking. I have never heard of particular thought patterns being required for migration from here to there. Care to expound? Hopefully most people down there know how to keep their obnoxious opinions to themselves, considering how wonderful it is supposed to be there.
@@KendraEMoyer What us locals are talking about is gentrification... People who grew up here can't afford to live in there own communities... & that is partly d/t the greed of the realestate market... It is a market after all... After that... Peeps move here to have a better lifestyle than from where they are from... so, instead of staying in their own communities & working to make it better... they move here & try & turn our little mtn towns into the next little San Diego or Portland or whatever... I wished these peeps would stay in their own towns & work to clean those up instead of moving on to the next cleaner place... while in the process trashing it... (not that all transplants do)... a lot of these retiring sell their multi-million dolloar homes from wherever aweful big town/city they came from... & proceed to build the MOST HORRIBLE Mansions (rightly because of tax reasons - but still a SLAP IN THE FACE to real local people) right in plain site of locals that can only afford to live in trailer parks... BECAUSE - The land values are through the roof... yet the wages have not increased... but those retiring made big bucks somewhere else... & basically price out the people that actually grew up here... NOW - some of these transplants do indeed transfer their tax deductible contributions to our local economy... & say start supporting the arts, music, education, community.... but a great deal of them keep donating to the organizations from which they left... & just benefit from our natural resources... They were unwilling to stay in their own communities & make it better... but prefer to cash in on their investments... & start ruining our home towns... It's of course not as simple as that... but for you to call our opinions obnoxious & that we should just keep those to ourselves... just proves what a horribly unaware uncaring lot y'all are that invade our home towns... Oh well... progress? You'll NEVER convince me of that... I hope that my expounding on the topic enlightens you... but I rather think that this too will offend you... FYI - i'm fairly liberal... but I am also 5th generation WNC... my people settled this area... I love it's local people & am dedicated to it... & since others just haul up & abandon theirs... I doubt that we have the same ideals or ethical code... & I whole heartedly agree with Lenny... If you come here & you can contribute to the health & welfare of our people & lands... WELCOME!!! - If you just want to dismiss local residents & you have this tough shit attitude... as you come in here with your money & you see the high yields on your decision w/o becoming involved in our towns WELLBEING FOR ALL - ESPECIALLY THE PEEPS THAT GREW UP HERE... Then please do go back to where you slithered away from... in which case... your not any better than a carpetbagger...
Its funny because after researching Asheville the whole liberal agenda seems to be the only turn off but I hear its beautiful.
I guess I will find out.
Thanks, we're all going to move there now! Move over closed-minded Neanderthals, here we come! It's our town now!
Please dont tell me Ashville is Libby👎🏻. Im in AZ but its gotten too purple and the construction is giving everyone Valley Fever!
Is it easy to get weed?
Haha, I'd imagine so as we're a hippie town.
Looking to move here from ny
Let me know if I can be of assistance. Happy to answer questions.
@@ashevillencliving was looking at Charlotte because I've seen cheaper then asheville but would rather live in asheville but the houses seem pretty high
It totally depends where you are. In my monthly housing market update videos I discuss home prices in Asheville and surrounding areas. Naturally, the closer you are to the city, the more expensive it will be.
Worth sharing with everyont : "What us locals are talking about is gentrification... People who grew up here can't afford to live in there own communities... & that is partly d/t the greed of the realestate market... It is a market after all... After that... Peeps move here to have a better lifestyle than from where they are from... so, instead of staying in their own communities & working to make it better... they move here & try & turn our little mtn towns into the next little San Diego or Portland or whatever... I wished these peeps would stay in their own towns & work to clean those up instead of moving on to the next cleaner place... while in the process trashing it... (not that all transplants do)... a lot of these retiring sell their multi-million dolloar homes from wherever aweful big town/city they came from... & proceed to build the MOST HORRIBLE Mansions (rightly because of tax reasons - but still a SLAP IN THE FACE to real local people) right in plain site of locals that can only afford to live in trailer parks... BECAUSE - The land values are through the roof... yet the wages have not increased... but those retiring made big bucks somewhere else... & basically price out the people that actually grew up here... NOW - some of these transplants do indeed transfer their tax deductible contributions to our local economy... & say start supporting the arts, music, education, community.... but a great deal of them keep donating to the organizations from which they left... & just benefit from our natural resources... They were unwilling to stay in their own communities & make it better... but prefer to cash in on their investments... & start ruining our home towns... It's of course not as simple as that... but for you to call our opinions obnoxious & that we should just keep those to ourselves... just proves what a horribly unaware uncaring lot y'all are that invade our home towns... Oh well... progress? You'll NEVER convince me of that... I hope that my expounding on the topic enlightens you... but I rather think that this too will offend you... FYI - i'm fairly liberal... but I am also 5th generation WNC... my people settled this area... I love it's local people & am dedicated to it... & since others just haul up & abandon theirs... I doubt that we have the same ideals or ethical code... & I whole heartedly agree with Lenny... If you come here & you can contribute to the health & welfare of our people & lands... WELCOME!!! - If you just want to dismiss local residents & you have this tough shit attitude... as you come in here with your money & you see the high yields on your decision w/o becoming involved in our towns WELLBEING FOR ALL - ESPECIALLY THE PEEPS THAT GREW UP HERE... Then please do go back to where you slithered away from... in which case... your not any better than a carpetbagger... "
You make a lot of good points. I too am of the mindset that if you come here you have to bring some value and make an active effort to preserve the culture and natural environment the way it is. Supporting locals is super important and vital to a happy community!
Asheville gets HOT!
Liar! Mount Mitchell is 2 hrs from Asheville!!
This is almost too stupid to respond to. If you look on Google and type in directions from Asheville to Mount Mitchell State Park you'll see it's 51 minutes. During the winter, the BRP is often closed at higher elevations but is accessible 3 seasons out of the year.
Can you imagine how the locals feel about the influx of gentrified population?
Of course not.
Probably a lot like how the indigenous American population felt when the Europeans got there. But I am sure everyone will just get over it, as the indigenous American population did.
@@KendraEMoyer "get over it"
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I'll get over it when they all go back to Europe