Here's a great opportunity to experience peaceful living just minutes from downtown Asheville at 948 Riceville Road. This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home sits on a half-acre lot of flat, useful land bordered by a small creek in the back and surrounded by gentle mountain views. Inside, you’ll find a bright, welcoming open layout with an additional flex room perfect for a home office, studio, or guest space. The fenced property offers plenty of room for pets, gardening, and outdoor living, all while maintaining a sense of quiet privacy. Whether you’re seeking your first home, a cozy retreat, or an investment opportunity, this one blends country tranquility with convenient access to Asheville’s amenities and great proximity to the VA hospital as well.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$217Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Peter Lorenz• Keller Williams Professionals
Listed by Bill Johnson• Keller Williams Professionals
Contact: peterlorenz@kw.com
Bought with Franklin Smith• Asheville Crafted Real Estate, LLC
Est. $1,902 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 948 Riceville Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4311610
Jul 2, 2026
Sold
$274,000
$217/sq ft
May 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 17, 2026
Relisted
—
Mar 31, 2026
Contingent
—
Nov 12, 2025
Price Changed
$299,000
$237/sq ft
Oct 13, 2025
Listed
$315,000
$250/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 24, 2012
Sold
$149,000
$118/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #NCM522155
Oct 24, 2012
Sold
$148,500
$118/sq ft
Jul 11, 2012
Listed
$148,500
$118/sq ft
+19
MOTIVATED SELLER: Over $20,000 in upgrades to this move-in ready home! HOME INSPECTION DONE AND ALL REPAIRS MADE!! Pest inspection done (no issues!). 1-car garage also has large workshop and electricity. Cozy home with creek out back. Great starter, retirement, or 2nd home! Priced to sell quickly, come and see!! Functionally, this home is approx. 1235sqft, but BR2 & bath are slightly below min./buyer's agent to verify actual square footage.
Public Records
Feb 24, 2006
Sold
$147,000
$117/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 21, 1998
Sold
$75,000
$60/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,055 (+4.2%)
$25,800 + $122,200
$148,000
2024
$1,012 (+3.0%)
$25,800 + $122,200
$148,000
2023
$983 (+4.7%)
$25,800 + $122,200
$148,000
2022
$938
$25,800 + $122,200
$148,000
2021
$938 (+19.6%)
$25,800 + $122,200
$148,000
2020
$785
$25,800 + $122,200
$148,000
2019
$785 (+3.9%)
$23,000 + $93,400
$116,400
2018
$755
$23,000 + $93,400
$116,400
2017
$755 (+3.6%)
$23,000 + $93,400
$116,400
2016
$729
$23,000 + $93,400
$116,400
2015
$729
$23,000 + $79,200
$102,200
2014
$729
$23,000 + $79,200
$102,200
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
1961
Sq. Ft.
1,104
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
966966325700000
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: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Room Count: 4
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Fenced, Front Yard, Full
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Shed(s), Workshop
Zoning Specification: R-1
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.51
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: Start at Pack Square in downtown Asheville. Head east on College Street toward Charlotte Street. Continue onto Tunnel Road (US-70 E). Stay on Tunnel Road for about 3.3 miles. Turn left onto Riceville Road (at the light near Ingles Market). Continue on Riceville Road for approximately 2.5 miles. 948 Riceville Road will be on your right. Estimated drive time: about 10–12 minutes, depending on traffic. Distance: roughly 5.5 miles from downtown Asheville.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,104
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1961
County: Buncombe County
APN: 966966325700000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1260
Living Area: 1260
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,260
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1260
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Charles C Bell Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
5/10
A C Reynolds Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.6mi
8/10
A C Reynolds High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi
8/10
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
8 days above 97° expected this year, 22 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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Historical weather
Asheville, NC • 28805
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Sun exposure
73/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$311,000 – $376,000
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