40 Walnut Ridge Circle, Brevard, NC
$1,550,000 · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths · 3,047 sq ft · built 2002
Listing courtesy of Looking Glass Realty (Paul Wilander). Listing data provided by Canopy MLS, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
About the home
CHECK OUT THE VIDEO -- Welcome to 40 Walnut Ridge Circle, a custom-built mountain retreat offering 3 bedrooms and 3 baths on nearly 5 acres of private, wooded land at the top of Walnut Ridge in the sought-after Eagle Lake community. This exceptional home combines quality craftsmanship, natural beauty, and thoughtful design in a peaceful, elevated setting. Step inside to a stunning great room with cathedral ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows, filling the space with natural light and showcasing the surrounding landscape. A stone fireplace creates a warm focal point, perfect for cozy evenings. The home features Australian cypress flooring, custom cherry cabinetry in the kitchen and primary suite, and maple cabinetry throughout the rest of the home, highlighting the attention to detail and high-end finishes. The layout is designed with privacy in mind, offering comfortable separation for guests and family. The upper level includes a spacious family room along with a bonus office/den or additional guest space, providing flexibility for a variety of needs. The lower level is a true standout, featuring a woodworker’s dream workshop—fully outfitted and available for purchase with tools and equipment—along with a separate garage for additional storage or workspace. Located within the Eagle Lake community, residents enjoy access to a 32-acre private lake, ideal for swimming, fishing, boating and beach access, all while being just minutes from downtown Brevard, DuPont State Forest, Pisgah National Forest, and a short drive to the Asheville Regional Airport. With its combination of privacy, craftsmanship, and access to both nature and community amenities, 40 Walnut Ridge Circle offers a rare opportunity to experience the best of mountain living.
Price in context
- Asking $509 per square foot.
- That is in line with the $509 median across 15 active $1.5M+ homes in Brevard.
- 10th highest asking price of 15 active $1.5M+ homes in Brevard.
- 9th largest by living area of the 11 with a recorded size.
- No price changes since it was listed.
- 12 days on the market, listed 2026-03-31.
- County tax assessment $970,010; the asking price is 1.60× the assessed value.
- HOA dues $1,500 (annually).
Location
Neighborhood: Eagle Lake, Transylvania County, ZIP 28712.
Assigned schools
- Elementary: Brevard
- Middle: Brevard
- High: Brevard
School assignments come from the listing and can change; confirm with the district.
Features
- Style
- Arts and Crafts, Bungalow
- Levels
- One and One Half
- Construction
- Fiber Cement
- Bathrooms
- 3 full
- Basement
- Basement Garage Door, Basement Shop, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Kitchen & appliances
- Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Heating
- Central, Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
- Garage
- 2 spaces
- Parking
- Circular Driveway, Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Rear, Garage Faces Side, Garage Shop
- View
- Mountain(s), Winter
- Lot
- Private, Wooded, Views
- County
- Transylvania
Comparable homes on the market
- 30 Banks Lane, Brevard — $3,395,000, 4 bd, 3,365 sq ft, also in Eagle Lake
- 999 Old Spring Road, Brevard — $2,150,000, 0.8 mi away
- 243 Ridgeline Drive, Brevard — $3,750,000, 7 bd, 2,407 sq ft, 1.6 mi away
- 5039 Connestee Trail, Brevard — $1,900,000, 4 bd, 3,920 sq ft, 2.7 mi away
- 886 Soquili Drive, Brevard — $2,050,000, 4 bd, 3,788 sq ft, 3.1 mi away
- 1196 N Country Club Road, Brevard — $1,500,000, 2 bd, 5,732 sq ft, 3.3 mi away
See it privately
Nicholas and Miriam Peters show every home personally. Peters & Associates, 4401 Barclay Downs Dr #132, Charlotte, NC 28209. Office 704-264-4572. Request a private showing.