Rare find! Private North Asheville location on almost a full acre, yet only 10 minutes to downtown. This charming cottage is a secret oasis perched on an easy access hilltop with breathtaking mountain views. Major renovations done in 2011, designed by Asheville's award winning Samsel Architects. Your open great room features refinished original hardwoods, a vaulted ceiling, gas fireplace, built in bookcases and views to the mountains. The adjacent kitchen shares the view and opens to a private sunroom perfect for a home office, play room or away space. The spacious master suite includes a large walk in closet & beautiful updated bath. The comfy guest room also boasts a walk in closet and is adjacent to a fully updated guest bath. Vaulted screened-in porch with beautiful Mountain Views overlooks the gardener’s dream landscape; fully fenced in for pets. Full unfinished basement with 1/2 bath offers storage or workshop space.Seller would be interested in a short term rent back option.
Beautifully renovated, one-of-a-kind home nestled on .99 acres surrounded by stunning year round mountain views. Renovation designed by Asheville's award winning Samsel Architects includes vaulted ceilings, built-in bookcases, new bathrooms with heated floors, master bathroom and walk-in closet addition, and a breathtaking screened-in porch that frames the mountain views. Historic charm throughout with arched doorways and original hardwood floors. Fully fenced yard with extensive landscaping and plenty of room to garden or play. Extra storage and workshop space in the full, unfinished basement. Only 2 miles to Merrimon Avenue amenities, 10 minutes to downtown Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway. A private oasis in Beaverdam Valley. A must see!
Public Records
Jun 29, 2010
Sold
$325,000
$174/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 10, 2007
Sold
$310,000
$166/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 7, 2004
Sold
$250,000
$134/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 1, 1989
Sold
$80,000
$43/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,710 (+6.3%)
$118,100 + $583,800
$701,900
2024
$7,251 (+13.9%)
$118,100 + $583,800
$701,900
2023
$6,368 (+14.1%)
$118,100 + $583,800
$701,900
2022
$5,581
$118,100 + $514,100
$632,200
2021
$5,581 (+61.2%)
$118,100 + $441,600
$559,700
2020
$3,463
$118,100 + $441,600
$559,700
2019
$3,463 (−4.4%)
$118,100 + $203,200
$321,300
2018
$3,624 (−0.9%)
$118,200 + $218,100
$336,300
2017
$3,659 (+18.1%)
$118,200 + $218,100
$336,300
2016
$3,097
$118,200 + $218,100
$336,300
2015
$3,097 (+1.2%)
$69,000 + $183,000
$252,000
2014
$3,059
$69,000 + $183,000
$252,000
Tax history for 21 Pinecroft Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,710 (+6.3%)
$118,100 + $583,800
$701,900
2024
$7,251 (+13.9%)
$118,100 + $583,800
$701,900
2023
$6,368 (+14.1%)
$118,100 + $583,800
$701,900
2022
$5,581
$118,100 + $514,100
$632,200
2021
$5,581 (+61.2%)
$118,100 + $441,600
$559,700
2020
$3,463
$118,100 + $441,600
$559,700
2019
$3,463 (−4.4%)
$118,100 + $203,200
$321,300
2018
$3,624 (−0.9%)
$118,200 + $218,100
$336,300
2017
$3,659 (+18.1%)
$118,200 + $218,100
$336,300
2016
$3,097
$118,200 + $218,100
$336,300
2015
$3,097 (+1.2%)
$69,000 + $183,000
$252,000
2014
$3,059
$69,000 + $183,000
$252,000
*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
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.98 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
2,366
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
975028829200000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 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.
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: Basement, Driveway, Garage - 2 Car, Parking Space - 4+, Tandem
Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Porch: Back,Covered,Patio,Screened
Exterior Features: Fence
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Green Area, Level, Long Range View, Mountain View, Wooded, Year Round View
Lot Size Area: 0.98
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Asheville City
Middle Or Junior High School: Asheville
High School: Asheville
Location Information
Directions: Merrimon Avenue north to right onto Beaverdam Road. Travel 2 miles to left on Pinecroft Road. Property is on the right. Look for mailbox #17 and #21 together. Driveway is BEFORE the two mailboxes. Home is not visible from the road. Follow driveway up through black gate. Enter through screened porch into living room. PLEASE FOLLOW COVID protocol of masks and gloves and please remove shoes or wear booties for all showings.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,366
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Buncombe County
APN: 975028829200000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026