Tastefully renovated 1920's cottage located in the heart of Ridgecrest, just minutes from downtown Black Mountain. Enjoy main-level living in this beautiful, open-concept, low maintenance home - a truly unique opportunity to live in a like-new home with age-old character. Natural landscaping and mature trees frame the spacious, fenced backyard, creating an ideal setting for relaxation. In the last 18 months the current owners repainted the exterior of the home and upgraded the heating and air conditioning system to an energy efficient, ductless mini-split system. This home is just steps away from the Pisgah National Forest and only 20 minutes from downtown Asheville. Come see this beautiful home and fall in love for yourself! The sellers are not aware of any restrictions on short-term rentals, buyer to verify. Available for showings beginning September 9th, 2023.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$353Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sarah Rominger• Mountain Haven Realty LLC
Contact: sarah@mountainhavenrealty.com
Bought with Elizabeth Putnam• Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty
Welcome Home to 70 Tupper Road! Everyone loves one level living in Black Mountain! This adorable cottage has 3 Bedrooms and 2 Full bathrooms and has been completely updated. Nestled in the Ridgecrest community, this sweet home rests on approximately .19 acres with privacy, fenced back yard, and deck with mountain views. You will love these solid hardwood floors throughout, stainless steel appliances, stone vessel sink, recessed lighting, and original solid wood doors & hardware. Make your appointment to see this sweet home! Please submit all offers by 7PM 2/18/22.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3248501
May 18, 2017
Sold
$240,000
$197/sq ft
May 18, 2017
Sold
$240,000
$197/sq ft
Apr 7, 2017
Contingent
—
Apr 6, 2017
Delisted
—
Mar 30, 2017
Price Changed
$245,000
$201/sq ft
Feb 28, 2017
Price Changed
$250,000
$205/sq ft
Feb 6, 2017
Listed
$245,000
$201/sq ft
Feb 6, 2017
Listed
$260,000
$214/sq ft
+19
Price Reduced!! Breathtaking full remodel/redesign in sought after Black Mountain. Almost everything is new- roof, electrical, plumbing, windows, insulation, sheetrock, ceilings, solid hardwood floors throughout, Samsung stainless steel appliances, stone vessel sink, hand forged copper vessel sink, recessed lighting, deck w/ mountain views, privacy fenced large yard w/ fire pit, original solid wood doors & original hardware. This home is amazing for a primary res or vacation home. Owner/Broker
Public Records
May 18, 2016
Sold
$95,000
$78/sq ft
NCMMLS #3150372
May 18, 2016
Price Changed
$94,900
$78/sq ft
May 18, 2016
Sold
$94,900
$78/sq ft
May 18, 2016
Sold
$94,900
$78/sq ft
Apr 13, 2016
Contingent
—
Apr 13, 2016
Delisted
—
Mar 27, 2016
Price Changed
$119,900
$99/sq ft
Feb 24, 2016
Listed
$124,900
$103/sq ft
Feb 24, 2016
Listed
$119,900
$99/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 29, 2011
Sold
$117,000
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1999
Sold
$44,000
$36/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,863 (+6.7%)
$31,400 + $253,700
$285,100
2024
$1,747 (−6.2%)
$31,400 + $253,700
$285,100
2023
$1,861 (+33.0%)
$31,400 + $248,300
$279,700
2022
$1,400
$31,400 + $276,300
$307,700
2021
$1,400 (+24.5%)
$31,400 + $203,900
$235,300
2020
$1,124
$31,400 + $203,900
$235,300
2019
$1,124
$28,200 + $145,000
$173,200
2018
$1,124 (+49.9%)
$28,200 + $89,300
$117,500
2017
$750 (+3.0%)
$28,200 + $89,300
$117,500
2016
$728
$28,200 + $89,300
$117,500
2015
$728
$28,200 + $75,400
$103,600
2014
$728
$28,200 + $75,400
$103,600
Tax history for 70 Tupper Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,863 (+6.7%)
$31,400 + $253,700
$285,100
2024
$1,747 (−6.2%)
$31,400 + $253,700
$285,100
2023
$1,861 (+33.0%)
$31,400 + $248,300
$279,700
2022
$1,400
$31,400 + $276,300
$307,700
2021
$1,400 (+24.5%)
$31,400 + $203,900
$235,300
2020
$1,124
$31,400 + $203,900
$235,300
2019
$1,124
$28,200 + $145,000
$173,200
2018
$1,124 (+49.9%)
$28,200 + $89,300
$117,500
2017
$750 (+3.0%)
$28,200 + $89,300
$117,500
2016
$728
$28,200 + $89,300
$117,500
2015
$728
$28,200 + $75,400
$103,600
2014
$728
$28,200 + $75,400
$103,600
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1920
Sq. Ft.
1,184
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
062957571100000
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
Jun 20, 2024 • Final
Residential new deck
Addition
Apr 18, 2024 • Active
Residential combo
Electrical
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Parking Space(s)
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Ductless
Cooling Information: Ductless
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Rear Porch
Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Fencing: Back Yard
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Farm Information
Horse Amenities: None
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Sub Type Additional: None
Other Structures: None
Zoning: R-1
Zoning Specification: R-1
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.19
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Private Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available, Wired Internet Available
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: N/A
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Black Mountain
Middle Or Junior High School: Charles D Owen
High School: Charles D Owen
Location Information
Directions: I-40 to Exit 66, Right turn onto old Hwy 70 and left onto Tupper Rd. Home will be on the left.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,184
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1920
County: Buncombe County
APN: 062957571100000
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.: 1217
Living Area: 1217
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,217
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1217
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Black Mountain Elementary
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
Charles D Owen Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.5mi
5/10
Charles D Owen High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.2mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
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
8 days above 93° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Black Mtn, NC • 28711
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in
June and 5.2 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
8.8 hrs
5.2 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$408,000 – $494,000
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