Experience stunning mountain views from this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, nestled in the peaceful, non-HOA, Mount Royal neighborhood. Thoughtfully designed for flexibility, the property is currently divided into two units, with the upper level beautifully decorated and operating as a thriving short-term rental. Ideally situated, it’s just minutes from Hendersonville Rd’s amenities, 15 minutes to the airport, 25 minutes to Asheville, and 30 minutes to Hendersonville—offering both convenience and versatility. Whether you’re seeking a lucrative investment or a charming single-family home, this property delivers. Bonus: it’s EV-ready, complete with a Tesla/Rivian charger already installed. Contact today for a private tour, don’t miss the chance to see it for yourself!
*MULTIPLE OFFERS RECIEVED. HIGHEST AND BEST DEADLINE OF 7PM SATURDAY 4/22* Come and see this fantastic investment property! This home has a great, private, covered back porch with a gorgeous mountain view that only gets better in the winter. This property has a lot of rental potential, or could be a great home for someone wanting to live the mountain life. A secluded downstairs bedroom, bathroom, and living room area that also has separate access from the driveway, could easily be used as a short term rental. The main level features an updated kitchen, beautiful wood floors, a classic wood burning fireplace, 2 bedrooms and another full bath making it a great short term rental, long term rental. Brand new heat pump and heavy cosmetic improvements throughout the whole home. New back deck and retaining wall! Located only 5 minutes away from Hendersonville Road and all that it has to offer. Come and see your new home!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3865274
May 28, 2022
Contingent
—
May 25, 2022
Listed
$374,900
$181/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 2005
Sold
$136,000
$66/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 19, 2003
Sold
$127,000
$61/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 26, 1994
Sold
$72,000
$35/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,559 (+4.7%)
$39,200 + $202,600
$241,800
2024
$1,489 (+65.6%)
$39,200 + $202,600
$241,800
2023
$899 (+1.7%)
$39,200 + $202,600
$241,800
2022
$884
$39,200 + $111,600
$150,800
2021
$884 (+5.0%)
$39,200 + $111,600
$150,800
2020
$842
$39,200 + $111,600
$150,800
2019
$842
$39,200 + $94,400
$133,600
2018
$842
$39,200 + $94,400
$133,600
2017
$842 (−9.7%)
$39,200 + $94,400
$133,600
2016
$932
$39,200 + $94,400
$133,600
2015
$932
$37,700 + $96,500
$134,200
2014
$932
$37,700 + $96,500
$134,200
Tax history for 144 Laurel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,559 (+4.7%)
$39,200 + $202,600
$241,800
2024
$1,489 (+65.6%)
$39,200 + $202,600
$241,800
2023
$899 (+1.7%)
$39,200 + $202,600
$241,800
2022
$884
$39,200 + $111,600
$150,800
2021
$884 (+5.0%)
$39,200 + $111,600
$150,800
2020
$842
$39,200 + $111,600
$150,800
2019
$842
$39,200 + $94,400
$133,600
2018
$842
$39,200 + $94,400
$133,600
2017
$842 (−9.7%)
$39,200 + $94,400
$133,600
2016
$932
$39,200 + $94,400
$133,600
2015
$932
$37,700 + $96,500
$134,200
2014
$932
$37,700 + $96,500
$134,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.72 Acres
Year renovated
1986
Sq. Ft.
1,920
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
965457370100000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-1
Residential District
The R-1 Residential District is primarily intended to provide locations for single-family and two-family residential development and supporting recreational, community service, and educational uses in areas where public water and sewer services are available or will likely be provided in the future. This district is further intended to protect existing subdivisions from encroachment of incompatible land uses, and this district does not allow manufactured home parks.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Mixed use building
Recreation
Apr 17, 2026 • Final
Residential combo
Electrical
HVAC
Jul 11, 2023 • Final
Mechanical
Gas
HVAC
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.