Extraordinary home w/ the perfect blend of traditional architecture & state of the art finishes topped off w/ panoramic vistas of downtown Asheville & long-range mountain views. First floor features a spacious living room, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths all opening onto a private deck. The next level will take your breath away w/ its open floor plan & views that go on for miles! The stunning kitchen/dining/living areas along w/ the owner's suite make this level 'one floor living.' The owner's suite is elegant, large & charming w/ a walk-in closet & spa-like oasis bathroom. Reverse living exemplified! Enjoy all that nature has to offer from one of several decks. W/ exceptional forethought, an elevator shaft (built to code for 4 people) has been created. Extra credit bonus: full guest quarters in the walk-out basement exist. Perfect for multi-family living. This home has truly been lovingly & meticulously renovated to become this masterpiece. CAT 5 wiring throughout the home w/ wifi amplifiers.
Single-familyProperty Type
1992Year Built
1.14 acresLot Size
$387Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Laura Livaudais• Ivester Jackson Blackstream
Listed by Ellen McGuire• Ivester Jackson Blackstream
Bought with Maggie Butler• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown
Views Views Views! Turn Key condition with new carpet, paint, exterior stain. Views of Beaver Lake, downtown and western sunset mountain views from all rooms. Over 4000sqft, 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, zoned central hvac, all appliances, two stone fireplaces, wood stove, formal dining, jet tub, workshop, zoned heat/ac, landscaping.
Public Records
Sep 25, 1991
Sold
$51,000
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,526 (+6.3%)
$171,400 + $968,900
$1,140,300
2024
$11,780 (+2.6%)
$171,400 + $968,900
$1,140,300
2023
$11,485 (+1.0%)
$171,400 + $968,900
$1,140,300
2022
$11,371 (+10.8%)
$171,400 + $968,900
$1,140,300
2021
$10,263 (+7.6%)
$171,400 + $968,900
$1,140,300
2020
$9,538
$171,400 + $857,800
$1,029,200
2019
$9,538
$96,400 + $788,500
$884,900
2018
$9,538 (+23.2%)
$96,400 + $615,100
$711,500
2017
$7,740 (+58.3%)
$96,400 + $615,100
$711,500
2016
$4,890 (−41.5%)
$96,400 + $615,100
$711,500
2015
$8,353 (+7.1%)
$75,000 + $322,900
$397,900
2014
$7,796
$75,000 + $567,200
$642,200
Tax history for 171 Dry Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,526 (+6.3%)
$171,400 + $968,900
$1,140,300
2024
$11,780 (+2.6%)
$171,400 + $968,900
$1,140,300
2023
$11,485 (+1.0%)
$171,400 + $968,900
$1,140,300
2022
$11,371 (+10.8%)
$171,400 + $968,900
$1,140,300
2021
$10,263 (+7.6%)
$171,400 + $968,900
$1,140,300
2020
$9,538
$171,400 + $857,800
$1,029,200
2019
$9,538
$96,400 + $788,500
$884,900
2018
$9,538 (+23.2%)
$96,400 + $615,100
$711,500
2017
$7,740 (+58.3%)
$96,400 + $615,100
$711,500
2016
$4,890 (−41.5%)
$96,400 + $615,100
$711,500
2015
$8,353 (+7.1%)
$75,000 + $322,900
$397,900
2014
$7,796
$75,000 + $567,200
$642,200
*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
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
2.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.14 Acres
Year renovated
1992
Sq. Ft.
4,639
Year built
1992
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
974019537800000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
RS2
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT OVERLAY
Residential Single-Family Low-Density District
It is the intent of the RS-2 Residential Single-Family Low Density District to establish a low density for single-family dwellings and other compatible uses in recognition of environmental constraints such as, but not limited to, steep slopes, impervious soils, high water tables, and flooding. It is also the intent of this district to preserve the general welfare by protecting important resources such as, but not limited to, watersheds and view sheds. In addition to recognizing environmental constraints and preserving important resources, this district is also intended to stabilize and protect the district's residential character while promoting a suitable environment for single-family living.
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: 1
SqFt Garage: 578
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Driveway, Garage - 2 Car
Doors Windows: g-Insulated Door(s),Insulated Windows
Exterior Features: Shed(s)
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: Other
Property Information
Second Living Quarters: Interior Connected,Separate Entrance,Separate Kitchen Facilities,Separate Living Quarters
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features: 2 or More Access Exits
Lot Information
Lot Features: Long Range View, Mountain View, Private, Wooded, Water View, Winter View, Year Round View
Lot Size Area: 1.14
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Zoning NCM: RES
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Gas
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Asheville City
Middle Or Junior High School: Asheville
High School: Asheville
Location Information
Directions: North on Merrimon from downtown. Right on Midland, Right on Edgelawn, Left on Windsor, Right on Dry Ridge. At the fork where Dry Ridge turns right, turn left at mailboxes toward sign that says "Private Road." House on right - rock wall
Community Information
Community Features: Golf, Lake, Street Lights, Walking Trails
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,639
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 1.14 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1992
Year Renovated: 1992
County: Buncombe County
APN: 974019537800000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026