In the heart of historic W Avl this charming renovated 1928 classic bungalow, a gem situated a short stroll from Haywood Rd - the heartbeat of Asheville’s most vibrant/eclectic community, offering the best of both worlds - rich character/modern convenience. Looking through a colorful front yard, enjoy the vibrancy sipping coffee on your screened porch. Escape to your backyard sanctuary featuring privacy fencing, stone patios, whimsical garden shed & a tranquil water feature. Inside, discover a beautiful newly renovated kitchen with new cabinetry, quartz countertops, & cozy breakfast nook decorated with a stunning mural by a local artist. Also note the primary BR suite with backyard views, where sounds of the water feature will lull you to sleep. The upstair's suite of BRs work in concert, creating delightful living qtrs & a rooftop deck. Unscathed by Helene, the home stands strong, a canvas for your Asheville story blending historic charm, peace, & endless possibilities. Make it yours!
Home and garden delight in walkable West Asheville. The home is tastefully updated but retains its original charm w/3 original bedrooms & 1 updated bath upstairs & new 2017 private bedroom and bath down. Kitchen remodeled w/quartz countertops, SS appliances, new paint, flooring and lighting. Upper rooms newly painted and new lighting throughout. The spacious front porch & garden perfect for morning coffee, a flagstone patio in the back yard for entertaining next to the sounds of the waterfall pond & upper sun deck for catching rays in a very private setting. Add a hot tub and you've got it all! Fabulous gardens with unique privacy fencing surround the back yard. This home lives large. Adorable storage/she shed with potting and gardening area. Your own private oasis in the heart of wonderful West. 2018 & 2019 provided Airbnb income for lower bedroom/bath or Homestay approved 2 bedrms w/the possibility of upper room rentals. Easily convert with a barn door addition. Make it your own!
Public Records
Oct 4, 2006
Sold
$240,000
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 18, 2001
Sold
$111,500
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 21, 1995
Sold
$70,000
$36/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 31, 1994
Sold
$51,000
$26/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,382 (+6.3%)
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2024
$5,061 (+2.6%)
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2023
$4,934 (+1.0%)
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2022
$4,885
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2021
$4,885 (+54.2%)
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2020
$3,168
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2019
$3,168
$94,900 + $199,000
$293,900
2018
$3,168 (−0.9%)
$94,900 + $199,000
$293,900
2017
$3,197 (+50.7%)
$94,900 + $199,000
$293,900
2016
$2,121
$94,900 + $199,000
$293,900
2015
$2,121 (+1.2%)
$41,800 + $130,800
$172,600
2014
$2,095
$41,800 + $130,800
$172,600
Tax history for 120 Olney Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,382 (+6.3%)
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2024
$5,061 (+2.6%)
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2023
$4,934 (+1.0%)
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2022
$4,885
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2021
$4,885 (+54.2%)
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2020
$3,168
$113,900 + $376,000
$489,900
2019
$3,168
$94,900 + $199,000
$293,900
2018
$3,168 (−0.9%)
$94,900 + $199,000
$293,900
2017
$3,197 (+50.7%)
$94,900 + $199,000
$293,900
2016
$2,121
$94,900 + $199,000
$293,900
2015
$2,121 (+1.2%)
$41,800 + $130,800
$172,600
2014
$2,095
$41,800 + $130,800
$172,600
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,534 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
1,848
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
963804218400000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
RS8
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT OVERLAY
Residential Single-Family High Density District
It is the intent of the RS-8 Residential Single-Family High Density District to establish a high density per acre for single-family dwellings where public infrastructure is sufficient to support such development and to stabilize and protect the district's residential character in areas of existing high density single-family development while promoting a suitable environment for single-family living. Non-single-family development normally required to provide the basic elements of a balanced and attractive residential area is also permitted.
Zone overlays
Resource Management Overlay
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Library
Police station
Golf related
Communications tower
Cemetery
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway, On Street, Shared Driveway
Open Parking Spaces: 5
Has Open Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 3
# of Bedrooms: Main: 1
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Upper: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Features: Kitchen Island
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 7 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 8 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 9 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 10 Information
Room Level: Upper
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Mud Room, Inside, Main Level, Sink, Washer Hookup
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Door Features: French Doors
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Fiber Cement, Wood
Roof: Shingle, Metal, Rubber, Wood, Other - See Remarks
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Screened
Exterior Features: Rooftop Terrace, Storage, Other - See Remarks
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Full, Privacy, Wood
Property Information
Development Status: Completed
Other Equipment: Network Ready
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Sub Type Additional: None
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Workshop, Other - See Remarks
Zoning: RS8
Zoning Specification: RS8
Lot Information
Lot Features: Orchard(s), Green Area, Infill Lot, Level, Private, Wooded, Views, Waterfall - Artificial
Lot Size Area: 0.14
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: (See attached survey)
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Other
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road, Other - See Remarks
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Satellite Internet Available, Wired Internet Available
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: No Restrictions,Short Term Rental Allowed,Use
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Lucy S. Herring
Middle Or Junior High School: Asheville
High School: Asheville
Location Information
Directions: From downtown Asheville, get onto I-240W, then take Haywood Road exit, turn R onto Haywood Road, then L onto Vermont Avenue, then the second R onto Olney Road. 120 Olney is the last house on the left before the intersection with Sand Hill Road. When leaving property, you can turn R onto Sand Hill Road there, it will take you back to Haywood Road...Turn L onto Sand Hill Road will take you to I-26E/W and Hwy 191.
Community Information
Community Features: Playground, Recreation Area, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,848
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,534 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Buncombe County
APN: 963804218400000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 1
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1927
Living Area: 1927
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,927
Sq. Ft. Upper: 809
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1118
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement, Crawl Space, Permanent, Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab, Stone
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Team Information
Buyer Team ID: TM100735
Buyer Team Mls Id: R51000
Around this home
Schools
Vance Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
Asheville Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
7/10
Silsa
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
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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 98° 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
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$734,000 – $888,000
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