Is Mountain View safe?
Arden, North Carolina · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Mountain View as “Go”.
Gogo's take on Mountain View
“Go. Mountain View in Arden is a safe, quiet, and family-oriented suburban community in south Buncombe County. Violent crime is extremely low, making it a peaceful base for exploring the greater Asheville and Blue Ridge Mountain area.”
About the area
Mountain View is a scenic suburban and semi-rural residential neighborhood located in Arden, just south of Asheville and moments from the Blue Ridge Parkway. It features single-family homes on spacious, wooded lots alongside convenient access to the commercial amenities on Hendersonville Road. Visitors will find a relaxed, car-dependent setting surrounded by mountain views and outdoor recreation.
- Suburban / Peaceful
- Family-Friendly
- Scenic Mountain Views
- Car-Dependent
Walking and biking in Mountain View
Walk score: 18/100 · Bike score: 22/100
There is no municipal bike-share system in Arden, and cyclists must navigate hilly topography and narrow roads lacking dedicated bike lanes, though nearby Lake Julian Park offers recreational riding.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent and property crime rates are significantly below both state and national averages.
- High rate of homeownership and well-maintained single-family properties contribute to neighborhood stability.
- Convenient driving access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Asheville Regional Airport, and South Asheville dining.
Cons
- Extremely car-dependent with minimal pedestrian infrastructure and very few continuous sidewalks.
- Narrow, winding secondary roads with poor night lighting require cautious driving.
- Lack of immediate public transit directly inside the residential pockets.
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is not a notable presence in the residential neighborhoods of Mountain View, though occasional individuals may be seen near major retail centers along US-25.
What Mountain View is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Very calm and quiet as residents commute and walk pets along quiet residential streets.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Peaceful and active with residential traffic and light outdoor recreational activity.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and tranquil with dark, wooded roadways and very little non-local traffic.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Extremely low-activity and dark; while very safe from violent crime, pedestrians should be mindful of wildlife and unlit roads.
Transit, parking and getting around
Asheville Rides Transit (ART) operates route S3 along the Hendersonville Road corridor to the west, but residential streets within Mountain View lack direct public bus stops. A personal vehicle or rideshare is practically essential for getting around.
Parking is abundant and free throughout the area, with private driveways in residential sectors and large free surface lots at commercial plazas.
Things to do in Mountain View
- Access scenic overlooks and trailheads along the nearby Blue Ridge Parkway.
- Explore water activities and hiking trails at the nearby Lake Julian Park.
- Sample regional craft beers and Southern cuisine along the Hendersonville Road corridor.
Local favorites
- Baked Pie Company · Bakery · 4.8★ (1600)Beloved local bakery known for decadent homemade pies and unique pie-flight tastings.
- Rocky's Hot Chicken Shack South · Southern Restaurant · 4.7★ (4200)Popular eatery dishing up authentic Nashville-style hot chicken and classic Southern sides.
- 12 Bones Smokehouse South · Barbecue Restaurant · 4.6★ (1850)Renowned South Asheville spot serving brown sugar and blueberry-chipotle ribs in a relaxed setting.
Scores are safety-driven — recent reported crime and local news plus Census income, poverty, housing, education, household and access data — refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately and do not affect the safety score. A guide, not a guarantee — conditions change street to street.