A beautiful well-established landscape greets you upon arrival at this secluded contemporary bungalow. Step onto your charming covered front porch that leads to an open living space with oak floors throughout. Many well designed upgrades enhance this exquisitely maintained property, such as a generous island with seating and an electric vehicle charger! Off the kitchen is an open air deck, perfect for summer grilling and dining. Spend those cool mountain evenings around the backyard fire circle, plenty of room for everyone! Large out building to store all your gear and gardening tools or use as a workshop. Located just outside city limits, this lovely light-filled home has been a private residence and most recently, a successful short-term rental. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle yet close and convenient to all that Asheville has to offer! NO DRIVE-BY'S PLEASE
Single-familyProperty Type
2017Year Built
0.69 acresLot Size
$363Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Hannah Bayles• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-North
Listed by Karen Black• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-North
West Asheville NEW construction, outside city limits. Minutes to dwntwn Asheville & River Arts Dist. 3BRM/2BA, open plan, 3/4"T&G solid oak floors, soaking tub/shwer -master, covered front porch. Upgrades: kitchen cabinets, soft-close drwrs, granite, stainless appliances (ext 3yr warranty) HV/AC 17 seer, Atrium dbl hung windows, SmartSide exterior(no vinyl). Private back deck, private drive, neighbors w/new homes. Usable 0.68 acres -room for garden, play, expansion…add your own garage? studio?
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,785 (+6.7%)
$42,200 + $214,100
$256,300
2024
$1,673 (+11.5%)
$42,200 + $214,100
$256,300
2023
$1,500 (+1.6%)
$42,200 + $214,100
$256,300
2022
$1,476
$42,200 + $194,700
$236,900
2021
$1,476 (+18.2%)
$42,200 + $194,700
$236,900
2020
$1,248
$42,200 + $194,700
$236,900
2019
$1,248 (+1.5%)
$37,500 + $149,100
$186,600
2018
$1,230
$37,500
Tax history for 851 Emma Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,785 (+6.7%)
$42,200 + $214,100
$256,300
2024
$1,673 (+11.5%)
$42,200 + $214,100
$256,300
2023
$1,500 (+1.6%)
$42,200 + $214,100
$256,300
2022
$1,476
$42,200 + $194,700
$236,900
2021
$1,476 (+18.2%)
$42,200 + $194,700
$236,900
2020
$1,248
$42,200 + $194,700
$236,900
2019
$1,248 (+1.5%)
$37,500 + $149,100
$186,600
2018
$1,230
$37,500
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,232
Year built
2017
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
962983843300000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Parking Space(s), Shared Driveway
Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Walk-in Closet(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Hardboard Siding
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Storage
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Zoning Specification: R-3
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.69
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Short Term Rental Allowed
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Emma/Eblen
Middle Or Junior High School: Clyde A Erwin
High School: Clyde A Erwin
Location Information
Directions: From Patton Ave, turn Right onto Hazel Mill Rd. (.3mi). Take a slight left turn onto Emma Rd. (1.4 mi). After .4 miles turn right. Second home on right. GPS will get you there.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,232
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2017
Year Renovated: —
County: Buncombe County
APN: 962983843300000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1254
Living Area: 1254
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,254
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1254
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Team Information
Buyer Team Mls Id: dwell
CoList Team Key: 114955085
CoList Team Mls Id: R21459
List Team Mls Id: R21459
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Emma Elementary
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.7mi
6/10
Clyde A Erwin Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
6/10
Clyde A Erwin High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
2/10
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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 98° expected this year, 18 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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Historical weather
Asheville, NC • 28806
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$433,000 – $524,000
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