North Carolina Mountains · North Carolina
Southcliff
Discover Southcliff, a gated luxury community in Asheville, NC, offering a clubhouse, lodge, and scenic hiking trails for an unparalleled lifestyle.
Gated Community
Asheville, NC · North Carolina Mountains
- $123,000 – $2.39M
- Price Range
- 14
- Properties for Sale
- $975,000
- Median Sold Price
- $379
- Avg $/Sqft
About
About Southcliff
Southcliff is a mountain oasis just 7.5 miles from the eclectic hustle and bustle of downtown Asheville. The 400+ acres of this award-winning community sit an on elevation ranging from 2,500 to 3,800 feet on the southern side of Cedar Cliff Mountain. Homes are dispersed in a low density fashion, with 165 acres of open space creating a beautiful natural buffer offering mountain vistas, verdant forests, and community gathering areas. At Southcliff, nature’s abundance combines with generous amenities to create the perfect balance of serenity and luxury.
Location
Southcliff’s proximity to downtown Asheville is a one of a kind. Award-winning restaurants and bars, diverse shopping, arts and culture, and micobreweries as far as the eye can see all await you just 10 minutes from Southcliff’s gates. Asheville also offers a variety of grocery stores that make shopping for necessities a breeze, and excellent healthcare can be found at Mission Hospital located just minutes from the Southcliff community. The Asheville Regional Airport is just a 15-minute drive away, making air travel to the Western North Carolina area convenient and stress-free. Within the community you will find a network of six miles hiking trails connecting the community’s neighborhoods to parks and to each other. Hiking and outdoor recreation in the greater Asheville area are world-class we well. The Blue Ridge Parkway offers hundreds of miles of skyline views, over 200 waterfalls and mountaintop vistas abound on the local trails, and endless cold water creeks with swimming holes can be found in every direction.
Amenities
There is no shortage of amenities at Southcliff, and the community’s commitment to alignment with nature can be seen all around. Southcliff prioritzes family values and security, which is why they have a fully staffed gatehouse located at the entrance of the community to ensure the utmost safety for you and your family. Southcliff is one of several appealing gated communities in the Asheville area. Residents of any neighborhood can access scenic hiking trails, covered pavilions, playgrounds, parks and other outdoor gathering spaces, creating a harmonious sense of community in nature. Southcliff boasts five separate parks, each containing their own fire pit, grill and picnic area. A relaxed feeling of community and connection permeates these spaces, with friends and families gathering all day to play games, have picnics, or enjoy a drink around the firepit. In addition to these nature and community based amenities, Southcliff offers modern conveniences and luxuries such as broadband internet, a clubhouse and a lodge.
Real Estate
Southcliff offers 21 homesites sitting at an elevation of roughly 3,000 feet. Prospective buyers can choose the option that best aligns with their desires, with land for sale starting at $135,000, and gorgeous mountain home and lot packages ranging in price $750,000 to over $2 Million.
Summary/Call to Action
The community values and oneness with nature that the Southcliff community offers could be yours. Let our premier luxury home buyer agents help you expertly navigate the process to arrive at the mountain home of your dreams. Search gated community homes near Asheville or contact us today!
Lifestyle
Amenities & Features
Clubhouse & Lodge
Experience a luxurious retreat at the Southcliff Clubhouse & Lodge, featuring elegant interiors and spaces perfect for social gatherings and relaxation.
Gated
Southcliff offers a secure, gated environment with manned security and keycard access to ensure residents' peace of mind.
Hiking
Explore miles of picturesque hiking trails that wind through the breathtaking natural landscapes of Southcliff, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
Your Local Expert

Brian Jones
Compass
Founder of Luxury Communities and a seasoned luxury real estate advisor in Asheville and Western North Carolina. Brian specializes in private gated communities, luxury estates, and second-home destinations, with a strategic and technology-driven approach to matching buyers with the right communities and opportunities.
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Homes for Sale in Southcliff
14 Active Listings


4 Bed · 5 Bath · 4,660 Sqft
2 Cherokee Orchard Court, Fairview, NC 28730
MLS# CAR4430001

5 Bed · 5 Bath · 4,588 Sqft
20 East Owl Creek Lane, Fairview, NC 28730
MLS# CAR4258624


4 Bed · 4 Bath · 3,147 Sqft
14 Sugarland Ridge Trail, Fairview, NC 28730
MLS# CAR4427245

5 Bed · 5 Bath · 3,495 Sqft
1 East Owl Creek Lane, Fairview, NC 28730
MLS# CAR4264523


4 Bed · 3 Bath · 2,958 Sqft
15 Stills Creek Loop, Fairview, NC 28730
MLS# CAR4416249

3 Bed · 3 Bath · 3,264 Sqft
8 Sugarland Ridge Road, Fairview, NC 28730
MLS# CAR4396136

2 Bed · 3 Bath · 1,736 Sqft
44 Stills Creek Loop, Fairview, NC 28730
MLS# CAR4419416




Market Intelligence
Southcliff Real Estate Market
A data-driven view of Southcliff's real estate market.
Sales Oct 28, 2025 to Oct 28, 2026 · Homes for sale as of Oct 28, 2026 · Source: Canopy MLS
Homes
$1.07M
Median Sold
36
Days on Market
median
10
Active
9
Sold (12 mo)
$775,000 – $2.39M
Price Range
1,736 – 4,660
Sq Ft Range
Market Health
13.3
Months of Supply
Buyer's Market—
Sold Above Asking
all property types
$379
Price / Sq Ft
$346
HOA / Maintenance
median / qtr
Recent Sales
Past 12 MonthsHow we calculate these figures
- Source: Canopy MLS listing data, refreshed nightly. Covers the MLS neighborhood "Southcliff".
- Sales are closed sales from Oct 28, 2025 to Oct 28, 2026. Homes for sale are the listings active on Oct 28, 2026. Fractional and shared-ownership sales are left out.
- Median sold price is the middle sale price. Price range is the lowest to highest asking price of homes for sale.
- Price per square foot is the average of each home's sale price divided by its living area. Land is left out.
- Months of supply is homes for sale divided by average sales per month. Under 4 months usually favors sellers, 4 to 6 is balanced, and over 6 favors buyers.
- Days on market is the median number of days from listing to sale, as reported by the MLS.
- HOA / maintenance is the median fee on current listings.
- The change next to price per square foot compares the last six months with sales against the earlier months of the period.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about living in Southcliff
Brian Jones with Compass is the featured Luxury Communities broker for Southcliff and the surrounding North Carolina Mountains area.
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