Down in Riceville Valley, where the mountains cradle the land and the noise of the world fades behind you, this bright classic bungalow sits above a gentle, babbling stream that begins its journey near the Blue Ridge Parkway. Helene caused no damage to this home. Perfectly positioned between downtown Asheville and Black Mountain, and less than three miles from the Parkway itself, you’re tucked into the landscape yet minutes from everything. It’s the rare kind of location that feels hidden but never isolated. Desirable for a reason. And then there’s the freedom of county taxes and zoning. No restrictions from an HOA. Chickens? Yes. Short-term rentals? Allowed. Homesteading dream? Fully possible. With the largest lot in the immediate cluster, this property offers room to breathe and room to grow. City water and sewer are already in place, with the potential to add an ADU or even explore subdivision options (buyer to verify). Classic design layered with modern touches. Curl up by the new free-standing wood stove with your favorite book. Outside, raised garden beds soak up the valley sun. Evenings unfold under a canopy of stars as fireflies spark to life and conversations stretch long past dusk. The fire pit glows. The air cools. Adventure lives at your doorstep. Ride straight up to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Explore nearby trails at Warren Wilson College. Wander into surrounding national forest lands and protected nature preserves. This is a landscape people travel to experience and you get to call it home. Practical improvements add peace of mind: a redone culvert with reinforced rip rap, added electrical amp service in the detached carport for workshop potential or future expansion, and access to a natural spring for fresh mountain drinking water. This home isn’t just a place on a map. It’s where you land.
Active
$485,000
994 Riceville Rd, Asheville, NC 28805
2beds
1,325sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
0.62 Acres Lot
$464,500 Zestimate®
$366/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Bright classic bungalowNew free-standing wood stoveFire pit glows
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 20, 2026 at 09:01am
Listing Provided by:
Alexandra Schrank brokeralexandra@gmail.com,
RE/MAX Executive
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4355365
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 183.29 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13' 9" X 13' 4"
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
- Area: 164.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12' 4" X 13' 4"
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
- Area: 58.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6' 0" X 9' 9"
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 144.34 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11' 3" X 12' 10"
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 167.82 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13' 1" X 12' 10"
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 59.99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4' 6" X 13' 4"
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 195.66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 3" X 12' 10"
Sunroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 121.28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7' 7" X 16' 0"
Heating
- Central, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Mud Room, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,325
- Total interior livable area: 1,325 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,325
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached Carport, Driveway
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Partial
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Other - See Remarks, Creek, Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 0.62 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 966966480800000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: none
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $366/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $475,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,959
- Date on market: 3/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 2 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Dirt, Gravel
Estimated market value
$464,500
$441,000 - $488,000
$1,917/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $485,000-4%$366/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4355365 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2023 | Sold | $505,200+12.3%$381/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4013854 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2023 | Pending sale | $450,000$340/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #CAR4013854 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2023 | Listed for sale | $450,000+164.9%$340/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #CAR4013854 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2018 | Sold | $169,900$128/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3422916 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2018 | Pending sale | $169,900$128/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Professionals #3422916 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2018 | Listed for sale | $169,900+17.2%$128/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Professionals #3422916 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2005 | Sold | $145,000$109/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,959 +4.2% | $274,900 |
| 2024 | $1,879 +62.5% | $274,900 +57.8% |
| 2023 | $1,157 +11.4% | $174,200 +6.4% |
| 2022 | $1,038 | $163,700 |
| 2021 | $1,038 +14% | $163,700 +21.2% |
| 2020 | $911 | $135,100 |
| 2019 | $911 | $135,100 +4.9% |
| 2018 | $911 +13.6% | $128,800 +14.7% |
| 2017 | $802 -4.1% | $112,300 |
| 2016 | $836 +4.3% | $112,300 |
| 2015 | $802 | $112,300 |
| 2014 | $802 | $112,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $112,300 +2.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $109,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $109,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $109,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $109,200 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,599/mo
Principal & interest
$2385
Property taxes
$214
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28805
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Charles C Bell ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 2 mi
- 8/10A C Reynolds MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.7 mi
- 7/10A C Reynolds HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 4.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Charles Bell
- Middle: AC Reynolds
- High: AC Reynolds
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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