Fall in LOVE with this fully and thoughtfully updated, vibrant 3-bedroom, 2-bath brick ranch in South Asheville, where convenience, character, and outdoor living come together. Located just minutes from Biltmore Park, local schools, the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Asheville airport, the home offers easy access to shopping, dining, commuting and adventures. Inside, you’ll find a colorful and inviting design with thoughtful updates and a practical single-level layout. Bright living spaces and modern touches give the home both comfort and personality. A 1-car garage and ample parking add everyday convenience. Step outside to a backyard designed for enjoyment year-round. The fully fenced backyard features a hot tub, outdoor projector screen, and fire pit area — perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The extensive landscaping also provides raised beds for gardening. You’ll LOVE the unique charm, outdoor amenities, and prime location this South Asheville home has to offer. Home available furnished with acceptable offer. Location is just outside of city with no restrictions against short term rentals.
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$348Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Lacey Townsend• LOVE Land and Home Inc.
Contact: lacey@lovelandandhome.com
Bought with Mitch Miller• Mountain Oak Properties LLC
Here is the home you've been looking and waiting for - an exquisitely renovated 3-bed, 2 full-bath, one-level home with open floor plan, large fenced yard, 1-car garage, and very close/convenient to all wonderful South Asheville amenities and in the TC Roberson school district! Lots of gorgeous indoor and outdoor spaces to enjoy if it's just you, or you and family/kids, and the back yard would be great for pets and/or gardening. The many amazing and thoughtful touches that have gone into this full renovation are too numerous to mention, and include granite counters in kitchen and master bathroom, low-maintenance wood-grain tile throughout living area/kitchen, as well as all new stainless steel appliances. The minute you walk through the front door, you'll see why this is the home of your dreams. Come see it today, and be ready to make it your new sanctuary!
Public Records
Aug 28, 2018
Sold
$183,600
$120/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3383264
Jul 26, 2018
Sold
$182,500
$119/sq ft
Apr 26, 2018
Contingent
—
Apr 20, 2018
Listed
$209,000
$137/sq ft
+25
Just outside the city limits, this Mount Royal home offers a great floor plan all on one level. It needs some updating, but the home is solid. Brick exterior, with newer roof. Open floor plan. Large family Rm with wood burning fireplace. Large dining room & keeping room. 3 bedrooms & 2 full baths. Newer windows, walk-in closet, ceiling fans, & pocket doors. Great private back yard fully fenced it with additional storage shed. Single car garage. Home is in estate…with one POA. Home sold as-is. Note: NCDOT Project https://www.ncdot.gov/projects/sweetencreekroad Multiple offers received. Calling for best offers by Wednesday the 25th by 4pm.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,361 (+4.7%)
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2024
$2,254 (+3.3%)
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2023
$2,183 (+1.7%)
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2022
$2,146
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2021
$2,146 (+82.7%)
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2020
$1,174
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2019
$1,174
$33,700 + $152,700
$186,400
2018
$1,174
$33,700 + $152,700
$186,400
2017
$1,174 (+9.2%)
$33,700 + $152,700
$186,400
2016
$1,075 (+100.2%)
$33,700 + $152,700
$186,400
2015
$537
$33,700 + $121,000
$154,700
2014
$537
$33,700 + $121,000
$154,700
Tax history for 52 Rathfarnham Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,361 (+4.7%)
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2024
$2,254 (+3.3%)
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2023
$2,183 (+1.7%)
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2022
$2,146
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2021
$2,146 (+82.7%)
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2020
$1,174
$39,600 + $326,600
$366,200
2019
$1,174
$33,700 + $152,700
$186,400
2018
$1,174
$33,700 + $152,700
$186,400
2017
$1,174 (+9.2%)
$33,700 + $152,700
$186,400
2016
$1,075 (+100.2%)
$33,700 + $152,700
$186,400
2015
$537
$33,700 + $121,000
$154,700
2014
$537
$33,700 + $121,000
$154,700
*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
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
1969
Sq. Ft.
1,536
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
965530063100000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-1
Residential District
The R-1 Residential District is primarily intended to provide locations for single-family and two-family 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. This district is further intended to protect existing subdivisions from encroachment of incompatible land uses, and this district does not allow manufactured home parks.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Mixed use building
Recreation
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Front
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 8
Interior Features: Open Floorplan, Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Full
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Hot Tub
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Zoning Specification: R-1
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.32
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Estes/Koontz
Middle Or Junior High School: Valley Springs
High School: T.C. Roberson
Location Information
Directions: GPS will take you to the home.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,536
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: 1969
County: Buncombe County
APN: 965530063100000
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.: 1528
Living Area: 1528
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,528
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1528
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
William W Estes Elementary
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.2mi
5/10
Valley Springs Middle
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
T C Roberson High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
7/10
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 17 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
$506,000 – $613,000
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