Charming 1949 Cottage in Desirable North Asheville Location – Walking Distance to UNCA, Reed Creek Greenway, restaurants, North Asheville Tailgate Market, Botanical Gardens, parks, & much more. This updated home features a bright, open floor plan perfect for modern living w/ winter & sunset views from the living & dining rooms. With all the convenience of one-level living, you’ll enjoy spacious rooms, abundant natural light & a seamless flow throughout. The renovated kitchen & bathrooms will not disappoint & warm hardwood floors & original doors keep w/ the 40's the character. Unimaginable closet space! This sweet home sits just up & off the road for a quiet vibe! The large level yard offers privacy & a winter view w/ plenty of outdoor space for gardening, playing, entertaining, or simply relaxing in the sun. Only mins. to shops, dining, parks, Grove Park Inn, Beaver Lake & DT Asheville. A wonderful blend of character & contemporary updates. Don’t miss out on this move-in ready gem!
Such a sweet home near UNCA! Oversized yard zoned RS8 - tons of potential! Cozy living room has wood laminate floors. Kitchen area is large with nice dining area. Newer windows, paint, flooring, bath and kit cabinets, heat pump, and tankless water heater. Partially fenced yard in back for pets, and more yard for garden or another building! Small storage shed for mower & tools. Perfect for 1st time Buyer, student, or rental! Better hurry!
Public Records
Aug 31, 2011
Sold
$155,000
$140/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 13, 1991
Sold
$42,850
$39/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,459 (+6.4%)
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2024
$3,251 (+3.2%)
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2023
$3,149 (+1.0%)
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2022
$3,117
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2021
$3,117 (+11.2%)
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2020
$2,803
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2019
$2,803
$81,000 + $179,000
$260,000
2018
$2,803 (−0.9%)
$81,000 + $179,000
$260,000
2017
$2,829 (+46.7%)
$81,000 + $179,000
$260,000
2016
$1,928
$81,000 + $179,000
$260,000
2015
$1,928 (+1.3%)
$52,700 + $104,200
$156,900
2014
$1,904
$52,700 + $104,200
$156,900
Tax history for 196 Chatham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,459 (+6.4%)
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2024
$3,251 (+3.2%)
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2023
$3,149 (+1.0%)
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2022
$3,117
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2021
$3,117 (+11.2%)
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2020
$2,803
$109,400 + $203,200
$312,600
2019
$2,803
$81,000 + $179,000
$260,000
2018
$2,803 (−0.9%)
$81,000 + $179,000
$260,000
2017
$2,829 (+46.7%)
$81,000 + $179,000
$260,000
2016
$1,928
$81,000 + $179,000
$260,000
2015
$1,928 (+1.3%)
$52,700 + $104,200
$156,900
2014
$1,904
$52,700 + $104,200
$156,900
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,454 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1949
Sq. Ft.
1,072
Year built
1949
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
964929445300000
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
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Mud Room, Utility Room, Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling Information: Central Air, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Room Count: 7
Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Door Features: Insulated Door(s), Storm Door(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl, Other - See Remarks
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Fenced, Partial, Privacy
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: RS8
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.257
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Gas
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Asheville City
Middle Or Junior High School: Asheville
High School: Asheville
Location Information
Directions: From UNCA turn onto Barnard Ave. to stop sign. Turn Right onto Edgewood Rd. Turn Right on Chatham Rd. Home on Right. Home sits back from road. OR From Downtown Asheville. North on Merrimon to Left on Edgewood. Left on Chatham. Home on Right.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,072
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,454 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1949
Year Renovated: 1949
County: Buncombe County
APN: 964929445300000
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.: 1111
Living Area: 1111
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,111
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1111
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Team Information
CoList Team ID: TM100735
CoList Team Key: 267282832
CoList Team Mls Id: R51000
List Team ID: TM100735
List Team Mls Id: R51000
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Schools
Ira B Jones Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
4/10
Asheville Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
7/10
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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 98° 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$413,000 – $500,000
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