Living in Biltmore Lake

Where Biltmore Lake is

Biltmore Lake sits in the Enka-Candler area west of Asheville, in the 28715 zip code. You're about 20 minutes from downtown with quick access to I-40, so getting to the airport, South Asheville, or across town is easy.

Right at the entrance is the Village at Biltmore Lake, with shops and restaurants. Coffee, dinner, and errands don't have to mean a trip into town.

The lake and amenities

The lake is the heart of this neighborhood. It's private to residents and non-motorized, so it stays quiet. On a nice day you'll see kayaks, canoes, and paddle boards out on the water.

• A sandy beach for swimming

• A boat house and a fishing dock

• Miles of wooded walking trails that connect the sections of the neighborhood

• A lakeside clubhouse with a fireplace

• Tennis courts that double as pickleball courts

• A full basketball court and playgrounds

• A bandstand where the community hosts events and concerts

When I talk to homeowners here, the thing they bring up most is how much they can do without getting in the car. Walk the dog, say hi to neighbors, get out on the water, all from home.

A newer neighborhood with an old lake

The lake is Enka Lake, and it goes back to the American Enka Company. Enka built a factory nearby, and Enka Village grew up around it to house the people who worked there. BASF bought the land in 1985. In 2001, Biltmore Farms bought part of it and started building the planned community you see today.

Homes in Biltmore Lake

The original sections of the neighborhood tend to give you more square footage, bigger lots, and a shorter walk to the water. Newer sections give you more updated homes and options like one-level living, usually with a smaller lot for the price. Through the first nine months of 2026, the median sold price was $890,000 and homes sold for 97% of asking at the median.

Want to see the difference for yourself? I toured two homes near the median price, one in each part of the neighborhood, in my Biltmore Lake market update and home tour.

Schools

Homes in Biltmore Lake are typically assigned to Buncombe County Schools: Hominy Valley Elementary, Enka Intermediate, Enka Middle, and Enka High. Assignments can change, so always confirm with the school district for a specific address.

A few of my local favorites nearby

• Sandhill Kitchen on Sardis Road for breakfast and brunch

• Griff's Kitchen on Sand Hill Road for New American

• Ocha on Smoky Park Highway for traditional Thai dishes

• Galactic Pizza on Sardis Road for an easy pizza night

Is Biltmore Lake a fit for you?

If you want lake access and trails right outside your door, a real sense of community, and you're fine driving 20 minutes into town, this neighborhood checks a lot of boxes.

If you'd rather walk to downtown restaurants and music, we should look at areas closer in. That's exactly the kind of thing I help my relocation clients sort out.