Adorable 2-bedroom cottage nestled on 1.5 acres in Buncombe County! This peaceful cottage in Alexander offers endless potential for gardening or creating your own mini farm. Recent upgrades include new appliances (range, washer/dryer, and water heater), keyless entry, and an inviting stone walkway. Plus, the crawlspace has been encapsulated, and crawlspace windows and door were replaced, for added peace of mind. Relax with your morning coffee or unwind in the evening on the covered front porch while enjoying the serene surroundings. Inside, the open floor plan seamlessly connects the kitchen, dining, and living areas—perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Need additional space? There are options to add a half or full bathroom, and room to expand outdoor living with a future back deck. A truly beautiful and tranquil setting ready for you to make it your own!
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
1.5 acresLot Size
$381Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Jen Lowery• Patton Allen Real Estate LLC
Contact: jensellswnc@gmail.com
Bought with Luiz Leonetti• Town and Mountain Realty
Est. $2,164 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 85 Cody Embler Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4370599
Jun 3, 2026
Sold
$347,500
$381/sq ft
May 3, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 17, 2026
Listed
$365,000
$400/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3787797
Nov 1, 2021
Sold
$285,000
$313/sq ft
Sep 27, 2021
Contingent
—
Sep 24, 2021
Listed
$275,000
$302/sq ft
+11
A Must see home nestled in beautiful Alexander. This 2 bed/1 bath home is perfectly tucked on 1.24 acres of Non-restricted land with paved road frontage. So many possibilities with this home to explore whether a second home, Airbnb, long term rental or first time buyer. . Open kitchen and Family room with Laundry room on main on. Ample bedrooms and closet space. Updates include: fresh paint, new siding, newer roof, new wiring, mini-split unit, new flooring, extra wall propane heater. Don't miss out on this one! Stackable Washer and Dryer are included.
Public Records
Mar 29, 2019
Sold
$65,000
$71/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,047 (+4.6%)
$25,900 + $109,500
$135,400
2024
$1,001 (+2.7%)
$25,900 + $109,500
$135,400
2023
$975 (+9.7%)
$40,900 + $94,500
$135,400
2022
$889
$40,900 + $94,500
$135,400
2021
$889 (+18.9%)
$40,200 + $94,500
$134,700
2020
$748 (+38.4%)
$40,200 + $94,500
$134,700
2019
$540 (+2.9%)
$40,200 + $66,800
$107,000
2018
$525
$40,200 + $37,100
$77,300
2017
$525 (−25.3%)
$40,200 + $37,100
$77,300
2016
$703
$40,200 + $37,100
$77,300
2015
$703
$40,200 + $54,300
$94,500
2014
$703
$40,200 + $54,300
$94,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.29 Acres
Year renovated
1948
Sq. Ft.
860
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
971289054600000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
OU
Open Use District
The OU Open Use District is established as a district in which all uses are allowed by right, except for certain uses that are regulated as conditional uses so as to ensure that neighborhood impact is mitigated. Additionally, those uses which are specific to the Airport Industry District (AI) are excluded from the OU Open Use District. The neighborhood impact from conditional uses will be mitigated through the use of minimum specific site standards combined with general standards which provide the flexibility to impose a higher level of specific site standards dependent upon the degree of neighborhood impact. No zoning permit shall be required for permitted uses in the OU Open Use District.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Gas station
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Manufacturing
Warehouse
Hotel / motel
Office
Sep 14, 2021 • Final
Building
Electrical
Plumbing
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Detached Carport
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Ductless
Cooling Information: Ductless
Interior Features
Room Count: 6
Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: OU
Zoning Specification: OU
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 1.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: North Buncombe
Middle Or Junior High School: North Buncombe
High School: North Buncombe
Location Information
Directions: From I-26 from Asheville, take EXIT 21 And make a LEFT onto New Stock Road. Follow to stop sign and Make a LEFT onto Monticello Road, follow to stop sign and make a RIGHT onto River Road/ NC Make a LEFT across bridge on Fletcher Martin Road. Continue straight for approx. 2 miles and Make a LEFT onto Cody Embler Road. First house on the RIGHT.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 860
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1948
County: Buncombe County
APN: 971289054600000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 912
Living Area: 912
Above Grade Finished Area: 912
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 912
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
North Buncombe Elementary
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 5.4mi
8/10
North Buncombe Middle
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
9/10
North Buncombe High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Alexander, NC • 28701
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$328,000 – $397,000
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