Investor's opportunity! This is your chance to restore and reimagine a solid Arden property offered at an investment-friendly price. Located in the 28704 zip code, 9 Somerset Road features a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home on approximately 0.35 acres. The layout includes hardwood and tile flooring, a spacious rear deck, and a partially fenced backyard. While the home is in need of updates, its structure and lot configuration offer excellent potential for renovation, resale, or rental income. Conveniently situated in the South Asheville/Arden area, you’re just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and commuter routes. Priced with renovation in mind, this is an ideal opportunity for investors or buyers with vision. Bring your ideas and make this project your next success.
Single-familyProperty Type
1972Year Built
0.35 acresLot Size
$311Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Steven Owens• Keller Williams Biltmore Village
Contact: Steven@AshevillesDreamTeam.com
Bought with Alex Gaddy• Keller Williams Biltmore Village
USDA eligible. Great location in desirable South Asheville halfway between Asheville and Hendersonville. Don't miss this well maintained 3 BR 1 1/2 BA home with gleaming hardwood floors, updated bathrooms, newer architectural shingled roof, fresh interior paint, large rear deck, stone walkways and maintenance free exterior. Large level fenced yard in established neighborhood. This is a must see for the buyer that wants a move in ready home with all the living areas on one level at a great price.
Public Records
May 23, 2006
Sold
$105,000
$98/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1979
Sold
$18,500
$17/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,197 (+4.7%)
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2024
$1,143 (+3.3%)
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2023
$1,107 (+1.7%)
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2022
$1,088
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2021
$1,088 (+16.8%)
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2020
$932
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2019
$932
$35,800 + $112,100
$147,900
2018
$932
$35,800 + $112,100
$147,900
2017
$932 (+21.0%)
$35,800 + $112,100
$147,900
2016
$770
$35,800 + $112,100
$147,900
2015
$770
$35,800 + $75,000
$110,800
2014
$770
$35,800 + $75,000
$110,800
Tax history for 9 Somerset Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,197 (+4.7%)
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2024
$1,143 (+3.3%)
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2023
$1,107 (+1.7%)
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2022
$1,088
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2021
$1,088 (+16.8%)
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2020
$932
$44,400 + $141,300
$185,700
2019
$932
$35,800 + $112,100
$147,900
2018
$932
$35,800 + $112,100
$147,900
2017
$932 (+21.0%)
$35,800 + $112,100
$147,900
2016
$770
$35,800 + $112,100
$147,900
2015
$770
$35,800 + $75,000
$110,800
2014
$770
$35,800 + $75,000
$110,800
*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
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.35 Acres
Year renovated
1972
Sq. Ft.
1,040
Year built
1972
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
965376194900000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-2
Residential District
The R-2 Residential District is primarily intended to provide locations for 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. These areas will usually be adjacent to R-1 Residential Districts, will provide suitable areas for residential subdivisions requiring public water and sewer services, and in order to help maintain the present character of R-1 districts, will not allow manufactured home parks.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Public service
Library
Recreation
Cemetery
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half 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
Room 7 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Baseboard, Electric
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Features
Room Count: 8
Interior Features: Attic Other
Appliances: Oven, Refrigerator
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Stone Veneer, Vinyl
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Fencing: Fenced, Partial
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: R-2
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.35
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Estes/Koontz
Middle Or Junior High School: Valley Springs
High School: T.C. Roberson
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,040
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.35 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: 1972
County: Buncombe County
APN: 965376194900000
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.: 1069
Living Area: 1069
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,069
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1069
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Sq. Ft.: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Team Information
Buyer Team ID: TM100010
Buyer Team Mls Id: DREAMT
List Team ID: TM100010
List Team Mls Id: DREAMT
Around this home
Schools
Koontz Intermediate School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 3.2mi
5/10
Valley Springs Middle
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
9/10
T C Roberson High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Estimated sale price
$317,000 – $383,000
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