Welcome to Redwood Forest—one of Asheville’s original iconic neighborhoods. Known for its close proximity to downtown and Tunnel Road, Redwood Forest is a friendly community that offers tranquility while being conveniently located near shopping, recreation, and everything East, South, and Central Asheville have to offer. A gravel driveway with ample parking and a bluestone walkway lead you to the open front porch. Enter through a welcoming foyer into an updated eat-in kitchen featuring cork flooring, leathered Fantasy Brown marble countertops, Bosch stainless steel appliances, an induction range, filtered water tap, touch faucet, decorative wood burning fireplace, and two storage pantries. The home features a large light-filled living and dining room area with full length windows and a functional wood-burning stove. This generously sized living room spills into even more living space perfect for an office, art studio, or hobby area. From here is the entrance to a spacious back deck set up to handle family cookouts and outdoor living at its finest! The main level has a roomy coat closet and attic access, three bedrooms and two full baths. The primary bedroom bath has a walk- in shower and heated tile floors, and the second full bath on this level has a tub. The front driveway also provides access to a second entrance, leading into an expansive mud room. This inviting space features ample built-in cabinetry and shelving for all your organizational needs, as well as a convenient laundry area. The lower level of the home adds extra private space perfect for a Homestay or other guest options, with a large living area and a bedroom with a bonus space that could be a craft room, workout room, or roomy walk-in storage. This floor is plumbed for an additional sink and also features a newly upgraded full bathroom, private access to a second outdoor patio, plenty of additional basement storage, and a one-car garage that opens onto a second driveway at the side of the home. This 0.29-acre corner lot features mature landscaping, including native plants, seasonal blooms, and evergreens – and one of the only two Dawn Redwood trees in Redwood Forest. A fenced-in backyard with level area for play equipment, gardening, or a fire pit has something for everyone. Whether you choose the deck or the patio, you will have plenty of spots to host gatherings and enjoy fun activities.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$228Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Janet Oppenheimer• Nest Realty Asheville
Est. $3,427 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8 Fernlawn Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4356486
Jun 3, 2026
Sold
$599,000
$228/sq ft
May 6, 2026
Contingent
—
May 4, 2026
Listed
$589,000
$224/sq ft
Apr 28, 2026
Coming Soon
$589,000
$224/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 31, 2017
Sold
$270,000
$103/sq ft
NCMMLS #3239128
Apr 1, 2017
Price Changed
$270,000
$103/sq ft
Mar 31, 2017
Sold
$270,000
$103/sq ft
Mar 23, 2017
Delisted
—
Feb 6, 2017
Contingent
—
Feb 6, 2017
Delisted
—
Jan 2, 2017
Listed
$295,000
$112/sq ft
3BR/3BA mid-century home in the established Redwood Forest neighborhood. Excellent location- 10 minutes to Downtown AVL, minutes to the VA hospital, Tunnel Road mall, restaurants, and grocery. Light filled kitchen with pantry- open to dining room, double sided fireplace in living room/dining, Master Suite on main, Office/bonus room on main, partially finished basement with den, bedroom, and bath. 2 car tandem garage and lots of storage in basement. Priced at recent appraisal.
Public Records
Jun 2, 1970
Sold
$35,500
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,075 (+6.6%)
$49,900 + $261,200
$311,100
2024
$2,884 (+2.9%)
$49,900 + $261,200
$311,100
2023
$2,803 (+1.1%)
$49,900 + $261,200
$311,100
2022
$2,772
$49,900 + $261,200
$311,100
2021
$2,772 (+26.3%)
$49,900 + $261,200
$311,100
2020
$2,196
$49,900 + $261,200
$311,100
2019
$2,196
$41,600 + $187,600
$229,200
2018
$2,196 (+0.8%)
$41,600 + $183,500
$225,100
2017
$2,179 (−6.8%)
$41,600 + $183,500
$225,100
2016
$2,338
$41,600 + $183,500
$225,100
2015
$2,338 (+1.4%)
$37,400 + $179,300
$216,700
2014
$2,305
$37,400 + $179,300
$216,700
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1957
Sq. Ft.
2,830
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
965855066200000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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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.