Located on the sought-after N. Kensington Road in Lakeview Park, this beautifully updated historic home offers timeless charm with modern convenience. Set on a generous 0.44-acre lot with mountain views, the home features a bright, welcoming layout, a gas fireplace in the living room, and abundant natural light. The gourmet kitchen boasts marble countertops, custom cabinetry, a LaCanche gas range with a custom carved concrete oven hood, a breakfast bar, and an open flow to the dining area. Enjoy multiple outdoor living spaces, including a sunny deck, screened porch, & inviting sunroom. Upstairs, find four bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a gas fireplace, a walk-in closet, and a luxurious bath with a walk-in shower. The updated main-level laundry adds convenience with extra storage and a utility sink. The finished lower level includes a guest bedroom, family room, office, and a 2-car garage w/ additional storage. Walkable to Beaver Lake, grocery, restaurants, and more.
Active
$1,650,000
8 N Kensington Rd, Asheville, NC 28804
5beds
3,882sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.44 Acres Lot
$1,607,800 Zestimate®
$425/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 14, 2025 at 10:02am
Listing Provided by:
Laura Livaudais Laura@IJBproperties.com,
Ivester Jackson Blackstream
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4243586

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Insulated Door(s)
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Basement Garage Door,Basement Shop,Bath/Stubbed,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Storage Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,847
- Total interior livable area: 3,882 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,847
- Finished area below ground: 1,035
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Screened
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
Lot
- Size: 0.44 Acres
- Features: Level, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 9740265082
- Zoning: RS4
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full, Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Phone Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Lakeview Park
HOA
- HOA name: Lakeview Park Commission
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $425/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $789,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,954
- Date on market: 4/6/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
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