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Sold for $285,000 on 09/04/25
  • $285,000

    397 Fletcher Martin Rd, Alexander, NC 28701

    2beds
    1,025sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1931
    0.76 Acres Lot
    $281,000 Zestimate®
    $278/sqft
    $1,460 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $281,000

    $259,000 - $303,000

    $1,460/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    This cozy two bedroom/ one bath cottage in the mountains was built in 1931 and has been lovingly remodeled to achieve a laid back, rustic boho vibe. Single level. Front porch charm; large open living room; dining room; laundry closet; updated oak kitchen cabinets; new flooring throughout; brand new refrigerator; lovely vintage windows; great starter/downsize home or perfect for a rental property with potential for expansion or additional structure on part of property (buyer to verify). Wood burning stove is fully functioning and up to code; use this as a second source for heat and comfy ambiance. Central heat and air; brand new well pump replaced in 2020; new metal roofing installed in 2019; spacious 2 car detached garage for plenty of storage. Large yard can be fenced for dogs. Spacious backyard for gardening, grilling, and entertaining including a primitive fire pit. The property is located 20-25 minutes to downtown Asheville and 10 minutes to Weaverville and less than 5 minutes to French Broad River Parks. Live in the beautiful mountain countryside while still being a short drive to all that Asheville, Weaverville, and Marshall have to offer. *** Select furniture/furnishings and riding lawn mower available for additional cost. *** Brokers- Please do not contact to solicit services. For sale by owner.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Electric, Wood / Pellet
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Laminate, Linoleum / Vinyl
    • Basement: Unfinished
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,025 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Garage - Detached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Vinyl, Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountain
    Lot
    • Size: 0.76 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 972209905700000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Conventional
    Materials
    • Roof: Metal
    Condition
    • Year built: 1931

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Alexander

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/4/2025Sold$285,000+16.3%$278/sqft
    Source: Public Record
    2/24/2021Sold$245,000-3.9%$239/sqft
    Source: Public Record
    1/14/2021Pending sale$255,000$249/sqft
    Source: Owner
    12/29/2020Listed for sale$255,000+80.9%$249/sqft
    Source: Owner
    8/23/2016Sold$141,000-3.4%$138/sqft
    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3185975

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$1,393 +2.7%$188,300
    2023$1,356 +9.1%$188,300
    2022$1,243 $188,300

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 28701

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