Josh Smith
About Me
A native of the Carolinas, I was born along the coast of North Carolina and later moved to Greenville SC where I played soccer and golf for Wade Hampton High School. I attended the University of South Carolina and graduated with a B.S. in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management. Throughout my career, I have worked and lived in wonderful places such as St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. In 2005, I moved to Asheville N.C. where I met my wonderful wife and we settled down to start a family. We both love being outdoors and fishing is a passion, so we purchased a farm in Brevard N.C. along the French Broad River. We raise Belted Galloway Cattle and Tennessee Walking horses for trail riding the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our daughter loves growing up on the farm and playing outside. We spend our free time playing golf, hiking, horseback riding, cruising the parkway, and fly fishing the mountain streams.
Experience
With more than 15 years of experience in the high-end luxury real estate industry, my primary focus has been development sales working and consulting for several communities across Western North Carolina. Having settled in to the Cliffs at Walnut Cove in 2012, I finished as the top sales agent across the seven communities four times and have been consistently named a top 100 realtor in our region year after year for over a decade. I was named President of the Walnut Cove Realty in 2020 which manages close to $100 million in sales volume. As a member of the Walnut Cove community myself, I can assist with navigating the various options of planned community development in our region with first-hand knowledge and expertise.
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Service Areas & Specialties
Education
- University of South Carolina - Columbia
Interests
- Photography
- Cooking/Dining
- Dog/Cat Lover
- Fitness
- Parenting
- Music
- Bird Watching
- Gardening
- Golfing
- Hiking and Camping
- Hunting and Fishing
- Travel
- Equestrian
My Listings
$12,995,000
214 Folkestone Lane
Arden 28704
A quintessential home in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove defining modern luxury living in Asheville, NC. Entirely custom built, the home overlooks the Jac ...
MLS# 3905307 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$5,350,000
1225 Rockcrest Way
Arden 28704
The crown jewel of The Cliffs at Walnut Cove! This exquisite contemporary home on almost 4 acres, sits atop the mountain overlooking all of Walnut C ...
MLS# 3794157 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$4,995,000
500 Bob Barnwell Road
Asheville 28803
It’s not often one will have the opportunity to preview 122 acres just 20 minutes from Downtown Asheville, North Carolina. This amazing proper ...
MLS# 3800396 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$3,695,000
520 Grayhawke Lane
Arden 28704
Located on the coveted North side of the community and centrally located to the main entrance, the club village, and farm; this newly constructed tr ...
MLS# 3919330 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$3,100,000
1821 Bella Vista Court
Arden 28704
Navigate through the Cliffs at Walnut Cove to this exquisite custom-built home. Inviting and open, one is immediately immersed in elegant luxury com ...
MLS# 3889122 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$2,997,000
3 Deer Grass Court
Arden 28704
From the moment you step inside you are immediately struck with the grandeur of the home and the breathtaking view before you. The elegant open floo ...
MLS# 3912477 - Pending
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$2,445,000
130 Powder Creek Trail
Arden 28704
Enjoy beautiful sunrises and an abundance of natural light in this completely private, low-maintenance home at The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. Recently u ...
MLS# 3908168 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$2,100,000
19 Linkside Court
Arden 28704
Ideal set up for a second home, primary home or live here while you build your dream home! This Luxury townhome in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove has yea ...
MLS# 3896800 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$1,995,000
22 Whispering Bells Court
Arden 28704
Fabulous one-level living in coveted Cove Park will start construction soon in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove! Well-appointed with beautiful finishes, th ...
MLS# 3917160 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$1,595,000
86 Running Creek Trail
Arden 28704
Luxury main level living and active lifestyle in a gated mountain community! Whether you are upsizing or downsizing; this beautiful mountain manor i ...
MLS# 3937210 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$1,200,000
1215 Rockcrest Way #67
Arden 28704
Perched high above the valley floor at 2700 feet in elevation, this property is arguably one of the most coveted of any in Walnut Cove. Nearly 1.3 a ...
MLS# 3905957 - Active Under Contract
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$995,000
60 Walnut Valley Parkway #4
Arden 28704
Located on the 6th fairway of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, this spectacular .80-acre lot inside The Cliffs at Walnut Cove is one of the ...
MLS# 3910721 - Active
Listed by Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Asheville/Walnut Cove Realty
$989,000
27 Deer Grass Court #57A
Arden 28704
Is it your dream to build a custom home at the top of a mountain? Well, this is your opportunity. This homesite at the top of Chestnut Ridge withi ...
MLS# 3916628 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$895,000
74 Walnut Valley Parkway #001
Arden 28704
Spectacular lot on the 6th fairway of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course with views across the course to the mountains! At nearly an acre, this ...
MLS# 3900129 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$839,000
11 Carland Drive #1
Arden 28704
Well built and beautiful! This contemporary farmhouse is the perfect sanctuary to escape the daily bustle! Once inside the world just melts away. Th ...
MLS# 3917101 - Active Under Contract
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$769,000
52 Walnut Valley Parkway #6
Arden 28704
Beautiful, easy build site in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. Located on one of the last available lots on the Jack Nicklaus Signature golf course with s ...
MLS# 3924091 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$749,000
42 Schenck Parkway #109
Asheville 28803
Completely remodeled condo, close to everything that Biltmore Park has to offer! Seller has completely remodeled the unit - floors, bathrooms, kitc ...
MLS# 3924233 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$560,000
29 Ridge Pine Trail #89
Arden 28704
Gorgeous views of the Black Mountains, Biltmore Estate, and downtown Asheville are found from this 2+ acre home site in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove. L ...
MLS# 3935009 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$350,000
9999-6 Merrills Ridge Road #6
Asheville 28803
10.01 acres of residential privacy and seclusion! Build a retreat of your dreams! Great build site with lots of quiet! Two wells installed on the ...
MLS# 3860071 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$349,000
44 Ridge Pine Trail #83
Arden 28704
This truly lovely home site in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove delivers a perfectly gentle slope that accommodates a either a one-level or main/lower home ...
MLS# 3916848 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$295,000
2 Walnut Valley Parkway #008
Arden 28704
Farm views!!!! Large lot with gentle slope. ...
MLS# 3649738 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$250,000
31 Walnut Valley Parkway #10
Arden 28704
MLS# 3640415 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
$229,500
11 Bear Flower Trail #006
Arden 28704
Beautiful build site located in the highly desirable, Cliffs at Walnut Cove! The approach to this private wooded lot invokes a heightened sense of w ...
MLS# 3590715 - Active
Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
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Is there a best time of the year to buy a house?
When it comes to buying a home, there are pros and cons for each season. Generally, the best season to buy a home is in late summer or fall. There are still plenty of homes for sale, but without the intense competition found during spring. Sellers are also known for being a bit more flexible this time of the year. Zillow reports that the highest number of listings with at least one price reduction are found August–September. However, the deeper buyers venture into fall, the less choice is available. If you value choice, and you want more buyers competing for the home you are leaving, spring could be your best season. Ultimately, the best time to buy a home is when you’re financially ready to do so.
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