Unique Property on Sunset Mountain in Grove Park. Mountain view, minutes from downtown, gorgeous grounds. Charming 1904 cedar shake cottage with large rooms throughout: KitchenAid/granite, updated baths, 2 sunrooms, huge deck with western mountain vistas. Two historic stone walls, one with stone hearth/grill with illuminated stone patio for entertaining. Extraordinary lot with mature trees, flowers everywhere, walking paths, much more. Includes buildable land for guest cottage or artist studio. Perfect location for all things Asheville. Less than 2 miles from downtown restaurants and culture. Even closer to stores and shopping: Trader Joe, Fresh Market, Harris Teeter, Starbucks, Citibakery, Merrimon conveniences. Walk to the Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa - get a family membership for golf and the sportscenter. Biltmore is 3 miles away - an annual pass is the best deal in town. Plus an entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway sits atop Sunset Mountain ... the site of your new home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1904Year Built
0.75 acresLot Size
$495Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Susan Ayers• HomeZu
Bought with Janet Whitworth• Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
*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
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.76 Acres
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
2,538
Year built
1904
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
964976784200000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
RS4
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT OVERLAY
Residential Single-Family Medium Density District
It is the intent of the RS-4 Residential Single-Family Medium Density District to establish a medium density for single-family dwellings and to stabilize and protect the residential character of the district 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.
Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Hot Tub, Pier, Other
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Mountain View
Lot Size Area: 0.75
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Publically Maintained Road: 0
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Heater Information: Gas
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Claxton
Middle Or Junior High School: Asheville
High School: Asheville
Location Information
Directions: Go North on Charlotte Street. Turn right on Macon Avenue. Go .25 mile and turn right on Howland Road. Go .25 mile to 16 Howland on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,538
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.76 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1904
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Buncombe County
APN: 964976784200000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2300
Sq. Ft. Upper: 1000
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1300
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 2300
Foundation Details: Basement
Structure Type: 2 Story/Basement
Around this home
Schools
Claxton Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
Asheville Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
Silsa
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 18 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, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Asheville, NC • 28804
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.08M – $1.31M
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