Sited on over two acres in the idyllic, pastoral setting of the Riceville Valley in East Asheville, with mountain views, a brisk creek and level, sunny spaces for gardening and play. Spacious home with a smart floor plan on three levels with a private 1/1 apartment on the lower level - perfect for extended family, caregiver, guests or an income producing rental. Welcoming open floor plan on main flows to a sweet screened porch overlooking the beautiful property and distant mountain views. Wonderful primary bedroom suite on main, along with garage access and laundry, provides easy one level living. Upstairs there are three additional guest bedrooms and a full bath as well as a bonus room that would make a great office, playroom or additional living area. Additional unfinished space on lower level for future expansion, storage or workshop. Peaceful rural setting, less that 10 minutes to shopping, dining and more. Fifteen minutes to Downtown Asheville or Black Mountain.
Single-familyProperty Type
2016Year Built
2.29 acresLot Size
$290Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Shanda Richardson• Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Contact: 828-242-7777
Bought with Patti Shelton• Keller Williams Professionals
Gorgeous like new home w/it all! Located in a fabulous East Asheville location w/a charming setting that boasts beautiful mountain & pastoral views, soothing sounds from the babbling bull creek & 2+ acres of level "self sustainable" grounds w/abundant garden space. The possibilities are truly endless including, an income producing opportunity w/a fully functional Airbnb & separate entrance. Be welcomed in to a bold, sophisticated open floor plan w/refreshing natural light throughout. Upscale features include a cozy fireplace, recessed & custom lighting, classy kitchen w/granite counters, stainless appliances & breakfast/entertaining bar, large dining room, master on main w/trey ceilings & a luxury bath, 3 additional BR's & bonus room upstairs, massive UF basement space & attic for storage. Fabulous outdoor living space w/a covered rocking chair front porch to soak up the views & amazing screened-in deck overlooking the creek. Barn & chicken coop on property as well! Don't miss out!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,826 (+4.2%)
$44,300 + $773,200
$817,500
2024
$5,588 (+3.0%)
$44,300 + $773,200
$817,500
2023
$5,428 (+23.6%)
$44,300 + $773,200
$817,500
2022
$4,392
$44,300 + $773,200
$817,500
2021
$4,392 (−3.1%)
$44,300 + $648,400
$692,700
2020
$4,533
$44,300 + $648,400
$692,700
2019
$4,533 (+28.8%)
$49,400 + $623,100
$672,500
2018
$3,518
$49,400 + $492,700
$542,100
2017
$3,518 (+607.9%)
$49,400 + $492,700
$542,100
2016
$497
$49,400 + $492,700
$542,100
Tax history for 2189 Riceville Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,826 (+4.2%)
$44,300 + $773,200
$817,500
2024
$5,588 (+3.0%)
$44,300 + $773,200
$817,500
2023
$5,428 (+23.6%)
$44,300 + $773,200
$817,500
2022
$4,392
$44,300 + $773,200
$817,500
2021
$4,392 (−3.1%)
$44,300 + $648,400
$692,700
2020
$4,533
$44,300 + $648,400
$692,700
2019
$4,533 (+28.8%)
$49,400 + $623,100
$672,500
2018
$3,518
$49,400 + $492,700
$542,100
2017
$3,518 (+607.9%)
$49,400 + $492,700
$542,100
2016
$497
$49,400 + $492,700
$542,100
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,521
Year built
2016
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
976081547800000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
R-2
Residential District
The R-2 Residential District is primarily intended to provide locations for residential development and supporting recreational, community service and educational uses in areas where public water and sewer services are available or will likely be provided in the future. These areas will usually be adjacent to R-1 Residential Districts, will provide suitable areas for residential subdivisions requiring public water and sewer services, and in order to help maintain the present character of R-1 districts, will not allow manufactured home parks.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Public service
Library
Recreation
Cemetery
Aug 9, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Ev charger
Mar 3, 2023 • Active
Residential solar - roof-mounted
Install a roof-mounted solar photovoltaic system with a battery backup.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Interior Features: Attic Other, Breakfast Bar, Cable Available, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Tray Ceiling, Walk-in Closet(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Porch: Back,Covered,Front,Screened
Exterior Features: Barn(s)
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Property Information
Second Living Quarters: Exterior Connected,Separate Entrance,Separate Kitchen Facilities,Separate Living Quarters
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Creek Front, Level, Mountain View, Paved, Creek/Stream, Views
Lot Size Area: 2.29
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Zoning NCM: R-2
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Propane
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Bell
Middle Or Junior High School: AC Reynolds
High School: AC Reynolds
Location Information
Directions: 240 to Exit 7. Follow US 70 East for 1.7 miles. Turn Left on Riceville Road. Follow Riceville Road for 3.5 miles and home will be on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,521
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2.29 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2016
Year Renovated: —
County: Buncombe County
APN: 976081547800000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026