U/C will show for backup offers. Come snatch up this charming cottage in one of Asheville’s coveted neighborhoods while the other buyers are still sleeping. Well cared-for & freshly painted it's easy to imagine making this house your own. Light floods in through the many windows & bounces off hardwoods creating an unexpected sense of space in this cozy home. Kitchen/bath already updated for you. A full dry basement provides storage, laundry and a workshop. Ample off-street parking for you & guests who will surely want to visit since you're so close to the best of WNC. Minutes from vibrant downtown, down the road from historic Biltmore Village, around the corner from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Your personal outdoor space is fully fenced & full of possibility too. Buffered by a wooded hillside you feel far from traffic on the large rear deck. Peek at the golf course from the front yard down the tree lined street where underground utilities add to the tranquility. Come see!
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
0.34 acresLot Size
$397Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Chris Mako• Town and Mountain Realty
Contact: chris.mako@gmail.com
Bought with Gwenn Frederick• Homespun Investment Realty Inc
A-dor-a-ble!!! Hardwood floors, brand new kitchen with corian counters and sink, new black appliances and recessed lights. Newer HVAC, roof and windows. Some new plumbing. Motion sensor exterior lights. Fenced yard with great back deck and private wooded area. So light and bright! New large slat blinds. New washer & dryer in basement with tons of storage! Close to everthing and in one of Asheville's most desirable neighborhoods. So cute-this one won't last long!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #NCM557408
May 8, 2014
Sold
$205,000
$197/sq ft
Mar 23, 2014
Delisted
—
Mar 18, 2014
Listed
$205,000
$197/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 31, 2010
Sold
$168,500
$162/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 17, 2005
Sold
$163,000
$157/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 17, 1997
Sold
$77,500
$74/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,899 (+6.3%)
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2024
$2,728 (+3.2%)
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2023
$2,643 (+1.1%)
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2022
$2,613
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2021
$2,613 (+17.2%)
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2020
$2,230
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2019
$2,230
$66,300 + $166,500
$232,800
2018
$2,230 (−1.0%)
$66,300 + $166,500
$232,800
2017
$2,253 (+34.0%)
$66,300 + $166,500
$232,800
2016
$1,681
$66,300 + $166,500
$232,800
2015
$1,681 (+6.0%)
$38,300 + $117,500
$155,800
2014
$1,586
$38,300 + $110,800
$149,100
Tax history for 226 Beverly Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,899 (+6.3%)
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2024
$2,728 (+3.2%)
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2023
$2,643 (+1.1%)
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2022
$2,613
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2021
$2,613 (+17.2%)
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2020
$2,230
$81,600 + $211,700
$293,300
2019
$2,230
$66,300 + $166,500
$232,800
2018
$2,230 (−1.0%)
$66,300 + $166,500
$232,800
2017
$2,253 (+34.0%)
$66,300 + $166,500
$232,800
2016
$1,681
$66,300 + $166,500
$232,800
2015
$1,681 (+6.0%)
$38,300 + $117,500
$155,800
2014
$1,586
$38,300 + $110,800
$149,100
*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
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.34 Acres
Year renovated
1988
Sq. Ft.
1,040
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
966804351100000
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: Driveway
Other Parking: Driveway has a pull off to one side so two cars can have full access without having to move the other. Driveway can easily fit additional cars.
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Fencing: Full, Wood
Farm Information
Horse Amenities: None
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: None
Zoning: RS4
Zoning Specification: RS4
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.34
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Connected, Underground Utilities, Wired Internet Available
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Haw Creek
Middle Or Junior High School: AC Reynolds
High School: AC Reynolds
Location Information
Directions: From AVL 240 E to exit 8 L on Fairview Rd to the end. R on Swannanoa River Rd. L onto Kensington at end of golf course. Stay R at for onto Beverly Rd. 26 is on R immediately. PLEASE ONLY LOCK DOOR HANDLE.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,040
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.34 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1988
County: Buncombe County
APN: 966804351100000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1041
Living Area: 1041
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,041
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1041
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Haw Creek Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
A C Reynolds Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
A C Reynolds High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 2.6mi
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
4/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 96° expected this year, 22 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 • 28805
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$393,000 – $475,000
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