Lovely home with second living quarters just 20 minutes from downtown Asheville. This home offers privacy, charm, and versatility—perfect for multi-generational living, extended stays, or hosting family and friends. On the main level, the open-concept kitchen flows seamlessly into the living area and out to the decks, creating the ideal setting for gatherings or relaxation. The primary suite features a walk-in closet, double vanity, and soaking tub. Upstairs, you’ll find two bedrooms and a full bath, plus a Murphy bed that makes it easy to convert office space into an additional guest room. Hardwood floors span the main and upper levels. Outside, enjoy a fenced yard with a playset, raised garden beds, and blueberry bushes. A large concrete pad provides space for a custom sports court or extra parking. Sip morning coffee on the covered front porch while taking in the sunrise. The lower level offers a private, fully finished apartment with its own entrance, ideal as second living quarters or rental income. Major upgrades include a new roof in 2025 and new windows, exterior doors, siding, and paint in 2022—giving peace of mind for years to come. Pre-listing home inspection provided.
Single-familyProperty Type
2007Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$227Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Bonnie Cathey• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown
This spectacular 3 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath home is situated on a private lot with great mountain views year round. The open floorplan features a roomy kitchen and dining area leading into the living room. The primary bedroom suite on the main level with two bedrooms and a full bath upstairs. The full basement, is partially framed with and additional bathroom stubbed out. Perfect for an additional bedroom, office, playroom or den. Additional space for storage or building your next project! On the outside you will find a spacious front porch, large yard, and concrete pad with built-in basketball goal. Perfect for entertaining! Outside wood furnace offers additional heating options. Just add solar panels and be off-grid in no time!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3520878
Sep 17, 2019
Sold
$290,900
$115/sq ft
Jun 25, 2019
Contingent
—
Jun 20, 2019
Listed
$289,900
$115/sq ft
+32
This home has been well taken care of and feels like home the minute you pull up. It offers a very private setting and wonderful views with a rocking chair front porch to enjoy them from. Located just 20 minutes to Asheville, NC. The home has hardwood floors throughout with tile in the bathrooms. Master bedroom on main level with open floor plan. There is a full unfinished basement below that is great for storage or could easily be made into a workshop or additional living space. Home also offers an outdoor wood furnace that can be used to heat the entire house and hot water. Another amazing feature is a large concrete play area with block walls. Current owners use this area as a basketball court and play area for kids but could serve multiple other purposes.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,282 (+6.9%)
$25,200 + $309,600
$334,800
2024
$2,135 (+20.2%)
$25,200 + $309,600
$334,800
2023
$1,776 (+4.2%)
$40,200 + $294,600
$334,800
2022
$1,704
$40,200 + $247,100
$287,300
2021
$1,704 (+21.4%)
$40,200 + $247,100
$287,300
2020
$1,403 (+14.2%)
$40,200 + $247,100
$287,300
2019
$1,228 (+2.4%)
$36,200 + $185,100
$221,300
2018
$1,199 (−1.6%)
$36,200 + $157,500
$193,700
2017
$1,218 (+3.1%)
$36,200 + $157,500
$193,700
2016
$1,182
$36,200 + $157,500
$193,700
2015
$1,182
$36,300 + $134,100
$170,400
2014
$1,182
$36,300 + $134,100
$170,400
Tax history for 31 Rory Phillips Vw
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,282 (+6.9%)
$25,200 + $309,600
$334,800
2024
$2,135 (+20.2%)
$25,200 + $309,600
$334,800
2023
$1,776 (+4.2%)
$40,200 + $294,600
$334,800
2022
$1,704
$40,200 + $247,100
$287,300
2021
$1,704 (+21.4%)
$40,200 + $247,100
$287,300
2020
$1,403 (+14.2%)
$40,200 + $247,100
$287,300
2019
$1,228 (+2.4%)
$36,200 + $185,100
$221,300
2018
$1,199 (−1.6%)
$36,200 + $157,500
$193,700
2017
$1,218 (+3.1%)
$36,200 + $157,500
$193,700
2016
$1,182
$36,200 + $157,500
$193,700
2015
$1,182
$36,300 + $134,100
$170,400
2014
$1,182
$36,300 + $134,100
$170,400
*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
3.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
2,418
Year built
2007
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
868786642400000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
OU
Open Use District
The OU Open Use District is established as a district in which all uses are allowed by right, except for certain uses that are regulated as conditional uses so as to ensure that neighborhood impact is mitigated. Additionally, those uses which are specific to the Airport Industry District (AI) are excluded from the OU Open Use District. The neighborhood impact from conditional uses will be mitigated through the use of minimum specific site standards combined with general standards which provide the flexibility to impose a higher level of specific site standards dependent upon the degree of neighborhood impact. No zoning permit shall be required for permitted uses in the OU Open Use District.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Gas station
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Manufacturing
Warehouse
Hotel / motel
Office
Oct 17, 2023 • Final
Residential renovation or remodel
Renovate the basement of a residential building.
Remodel
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.
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Off Frame Modular
Construction Materials: Hardboard Siding
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
Exterior Features: Storage
Fencing: Partial
Property Information
Second Living Quarters: Exterior Connected,Interior Connected,Room w/ Private Bath,Separate Entrance,Separate Kitchen Facilities,Separate Living Quarters
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Zoning: OU
Zoning Specification: Open Use
Lot Information
Lot Features: Orchard(s), Level, Private, Sloped, Wooded, Views
Lot Size Area: 1
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Wired Internet Available
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Livestock Restriction,Manufactured Home Not Allowed,Subdivision
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Candler/Enka
Middle Or Junior High School: Enka
High School: Enka
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,418
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2007
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Buncombe County
APN: 868786642400000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 2519
Living Area: 2519
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,572
Below Grade Finished Area: 947
Sq. Ft. Upper: 625
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 947
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Around this home
Schools
Candler Elementary
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
Enka Middle
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.1mi
6/10
Enka High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
5/10
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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
7 days above 96° expected this year, 19 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
Candler, NC • 28715
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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4.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$543,000 – $657,000
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