Wow! A home built in 1928 being in absolutely excellent condition, this charming, unique stone and frame home is it! See attached virtual tour for a great visual perspective. Property is located in storied Grove Park with a babbling stream. Generously-sized grounds are enhanced with gorgeous plantings . An excellent floor plan includes spacious living room, dining room, wonderful sun room/den/office, a large, workable kitchen, two generous bedrooms and new master bath. Also included are fireplace, wood floors, and a quaint breakfast nook. The home has many updates to enhance comfort and function without compromising feel and charm. Updates include natural gas generator, reconstructed garage, upgraded wiring, plumbing and dual zone HVAC, and a new high-quality roof this year; complete list of improvements attached. Unfinished basement with both interior stair and door to exterior, high ceiling, potential for additional living space.
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
0.43 acresLot Size
$467Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Jim Reid• Preferred Properties
Listed by Juanita Swann-Gilbert• Preferred Properties
Bought with Mukunda Pacifici• Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
One of the most attractive homes in Grove Park. Quality and charm abound in this meticulously cared for property. Updates include added sitting room; zoned heat and air; quality windows. Stream; beautiful old trees; easy to care for plantings and stone terraces create a park-like setting. Detached garage never used by present owner. Beautifully decorated, this home is in "move in condition".
Public Records
Jul 3, 2001
Sold
$299,000
$137/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1999
Sold
$243,000
$112/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 24, 1989
Sold
$82,500
$38/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,529 (+0.2%)
$122,900 + $471,500
$594,400
2024
$6,514 (+2.6%)
$122,900 + $471,500
$594,400
2023
$6,350 (+1.0%)
$122,900 + $507,600
$630,500
2022
$6,287
$122,900 + $507,600
$630,500
2021
$6,287 (+8.5%)
$122,900 + $507,600
$630,500
2020
$5,797
$122,900 + $507,600
$630,500
2019
$5,797
$122,900 + $414,900
$537,800
2018
$5,797 (−0.9%)
$122,900 + $414,900
$537,800
2017
$5,851 (+33.7%)
$122,900 + $414,900
$537,800
2016
$4,377
$122,900 + $414,900
$537,800
2015
$4,377 (+14.4%)
$87,800 + $268,400
$356,200
2014
$3,826
$87,800 + $227,400
$315,200
Tax history for 9 Howland Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,529 (+0.2%)
$122,900 + $471,500
$594,400
2024
$6,514 (+2.6%)
$122,900 + $471,500
$594,400
2023
$6,350 (+1.0%)
$122,900 + $507,600
$630,500
2022
$6,287
$122,900 + $507,600
$630,500
2021
$6,287 (+8.5%)
$122,900 + $507,600
$630,500
2020
$5,797
$122,900 + $507,600
$630,500
2019
$5,797
$122,900 + $414,900
$537,800
2018
$5,797 (−0.9%)
$122,900 + $414,900
$537,800
2017
$5,851 (+33.7%)
$122,900 + $414,900
$537,800
2016
$4,377
$122,900 + $414,900
$537,800
2015
$4,377 (+14.4%)
$87,800 + $268,400
$356,200
2014
$3,826
$87,800 + $227,400
$315,200
*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
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.43 Acres
Year renovated
1928
Sq. Ft.
2,278
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
964976864300000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 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: 1
SqFt Garage: 243
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Garage - 1 Car
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Generator, Microwave, Natural Gas, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Asbestos, Cedar, Stone, Wood Siding
Construction Status: Complete
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Porch: Side
Exterior Features: Wired Internet Available
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Stream/Creek, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.43
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
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, proceed North on Charlotte St to Right on Macon Avenue. Go approximately one-half mile to Right on Howland Road to #9 on right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,278
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.43 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1928
Year Renovated: 1928
County: Buncombe County
APN: 964976864300000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 2178
Sq. Ft. Upper: 935
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1243
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 2178
Foundation Details: Basement
Structure Type: 2 Story/Basement
Around this home
Schools
Claxton Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Asheville Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
7/10
Silsa
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° 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
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$966,000 – $1.17M
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