This storybook cottage in Kenilworth is brimming with character and thoughtful flexibility. The main level welcomes you with a spacious living room and dining room space, a full bath, 2 cozy bedrooms, and a light-filled sunroom that’s perfect for morning coffee or curling up with a book. The kitchen offers plenty of potential, with an adjacent space perfect for pantry space. Step out back to a private porch tucked into the trees, surrounded by lush, established gardens, a flat grassy yard, and two separate parking areas—plus a handy outdoor shed for tools or toys.
Downstairs, a brand new fully finished basement with interior and exterior access opens up endless possibilities: a generous apartment for guests or income potential, a luxurious primary suite, or the ideal setup for multigenerational living. Home has many upgrades -New roof, New HVAC, New exterior paint, this charming cottage offers it all—right in one of Asheville’s most cherished neighborhoods.
Active
$700,000
261 Forest Hill Dr, Asheville, NC 28803
3beds
2,472sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
0.14 Acres Lot
$698,100 Zestimate®
$283/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Flat grassy yardPrivate porchLight-filled sunroomLush established gardensDining room spaceTwo separate parking areasCozy bedrooms
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 18, 2025 at 11:13pm
Listing Provided by:
Claire Stanhope claire@townandmountain.com,
Town and Mountain Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4269408

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Basement
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Sunroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Apartment,Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,236
- Total interior livable area: 2,472 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,236
- Finished area below ground: 1,236
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: 2 designated parking areas that would fit apron 2 cars each.
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Stair Lift, Zero-Grade Entry
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Glass Enclosed, Rear Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.14 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Green Area, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 964873710300000
- Zoning: RS8
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asbestos, Cedar Shake, Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kenilworth
Location
- Region: Asheville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $283/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $384,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,971
- Date on market: 6/19/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
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