Town Mountain Road! Location is everything, extraordinary views, unique charm, privacy, and the opportunity to customize. This property is located along the private road of Mountain Vista Estates near the Wildcat Cliffs. Built in 1973, this Bi-Level home has 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, full laundry room, 2-car garage and plenty of space for multiple uses on the lower level. Enjoy the wrap around deck that overlooks the beautiful northwest mountains of Asheville. A full pre-listing inspection has been performed is ready for a buyer with the ability to see the potential, and add their personal touches. No restrictions for STR and only 10 minutes to Downtown Asheville.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
0.93 acresLot Size
$351Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Brigid McIntyre• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown
Fabulous opportunity to buy one of the few remaining 'in-fill' lots in Grove Park. Interesting architectural feature includes a beautiful granite stone wall - portion of early historic formal garden. Please use extreme caution when using steps on Howland Road, opposite house at #9 Howland, to access property. A topo map has been ordered. 10 day first right-of-refusal.
Public Records
Sep 2, 1993
Sold
$145,000
$72/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 6, 1988
Sold
$157,000
$78/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,431 (+4.5%)
$102,600 + $307,000
$409,600
2024
$3,282 (+13.0%)
$102,600 + $307,000
$409,600
2023
$2,905 (+1.3%)
$102,600 + $307,000
$409,600
2022
$2,866
$102,600 + $282,200
$384,800
2021
$2,866 (+3.5%)
$102,600 + $282,200
$384,800
2020
$2,769
$102,600 + $282,200
$384,800
2019
$2,769
$102,600 + $244,000
$346,600
2018
$2,769 (−1.2%)
$102,600 + $244,000
$346,600
2017
$2,804 (+2.1%)
$102,600 + $244,000
$346,600
2016
$2,746
$102,600 + $244,000
$346,600
2015
$2,746
$97,700 + $213,000
$310,700
2014
$2,746
$97,700 + $213,000
$310,700
Tax history for 501 Howland Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,431 (+4.5%)
$102,600 + $307,000
$409,600
2024
$3,282 (+13.0%)
$102,600 + $307,000
$409,600
2023
$2,905 (+1.3%)
$102,600 + $307,000
$409,600
2022
$2,866
$102,600 + $282,200
$384,800
2021
$2,866 (+3.5%)
$102,600 + $282,200
$384,800
2020
$2,769
$102,600 + $282,200
$384,800
2019
$2,769
$102,600 + $244,000
$346,600
2018
$2,769 (−1.2%)
$102,600 + $244,000
$346,600
2017
$2,804 (+2.1%)
$102,600 + $244,000
$346,600
2016
$2,746
$102,600 + $244,000
$346,600
2015
$2,746
$97,700 + $213,000
$310,700
2014
$2,746
$97,700 + $213,000
$310,700
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.93 Acres
Year renovated
1973
Sq. Ft.
1,985
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
975052257200000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
BDM
Beaverdam Low-Density Residential District
It is the purpose and intent of the Beaverdam Low-Density Residential District to protect existing development in Beaverdam Valley from incompatible use; to provide for low-density residential and agricultural uses; and, to set certain standards for such uses based upon an analysis of existing and future conditions of topography, access, public water and sewer utilities, and community facilities, as well as health, safety and general welfare considerations.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Recreation
Jan 10, 2024 • Final
Electrical
Electrical
Heat pump
HVAC
Oct 23, 2023 • Final
Mechanical
HVAC
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
SqFt Garage: 445
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Door Features: Sliding Doors
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Hardboard Siding, Stone
Roof: Composition
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Wrap Around
Fencing: Front Yard
Property Information
Other Equipment: Generator
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: BDM
Zoning Specification: BDM
Lot Information
Lot Features: Views
Lot Size Area: 0.93
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
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: From Downtown Asheville. Head east on S Pack Square toward S Market St Turn left onto S Market St Turn right onto College St At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on College St Turn left onto NC-694 N/Town Mountain Rd continue for 3 miles Turn left onto Mountain Vista Drive continue for 0.3 miles Turn right onto Howland Drive the property will be on the lefthand side.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,985
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.93 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 1973
County: Buncombe County
APN: 975052257200000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 2010
Living Area: 2010
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,275
Below Grade Finished Area: 735
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1275
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: Split Level
Around this home
Schools
Haw Creek Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.5mi
5/10
A C Reynolds Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 6.1mi
8/10
A C Reynolds High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi
8/10
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
3 days above 97° expected this year, 8 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$672,000 – $813,000
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