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North Asheville’s Craggy, Albemarle, Elk Mountain, Grace and Woolsey neighborhoods stretch from in-town streets toward wooded slopes and mountain views. The area has Asheville’s mild four-season mountain climate, with leafy summers and occasional winter snow. The French Broad River and the trails and picnic areas of Beaver Lake Park offer outdoor escapes; the North Asheville Library is a neighborhood resource. Along Merrimon Avenue, cafés, restaurants and shops make everyday errands easy, while downtown Asheville’s galleries, music venues and historic architecture are a short drive or bus ride away. Walking and cycling are pleasant on quieter local roads, though hills and distances can make a car useful. For the area identified as ZIP code 28804, the median rent is $2,295 per month, with a typical range of $995 to $19,120.