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Rachael Riner
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Last Modified: January 11, 2026

South French Broad map

South French Broad Neighborhood Overview

Aston Clay, RAD Edge, Drum-Free

🧭Best known for: eclectic art studios, RAD walkability, front porch concerts

📌You can spot a South French Broad local by: clay-smudged hands, dog named Banjo, river rocks in back pocket

👕Locals live here because: walkable downtown access, killer soul food, diverse community

👍Don't say we didn't warn you about: late night noise, occasional sirens, and never-ending construction

👎The general vibe is: urban, artsy, neighborly hustle

Generally defined as the area: North by Patton Avenue and I-240, east by Asheland Avenue and McDowell Street, south by Livingston Street and Depot Street, west by Clingman Avenue and the French Broad River greenway

chasing murals between craft pours and riverside picnics

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Moving to South French Broad - Make Sense Of Your Next Move

Whether you're new to Asheville or deciding which part of the city fits you best, Snappy Scout cuts through the noise and shows you what living here is really like. If you're still finding your way, start with our Moving to Asheville guide for the big-picture view — or compare South French Broad against other parts of the city in our Asheville neighborhood guide.