Come enjoy the spacious, private yard while putting your personal touches on this 1930's farmhouse. Mature plantings in the front add privacy from the road and the rear deck off the kitchen is perfect for grilling and looks out over the level backyard, without another house in sight. The recently renovated (2017) main level full bath is a rarity in a house of this age, along with an option for a bedroom on the main level. The eat-in kitchen is flooded with natural light and flows into the living & dining rooms that have original hardwood floors (refinished in the last few years). Upstairs are hardwood floors & tall ceilings with the rooms built into the roof-line, adding to the charm of this home. There are three rooms upstairs, all with multiple windows, and a bath with a tub. So much space inside & out this close to town doesn't come along at this price point often!
Single-familyProperty Type
1932Year Built
0.81 acresLot Size
$297Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Rachel Brown• Keller Williams Professionals
Quaint cottage sitting on a large . 93 acre lot, could be subdivided. Stucco sided home with loads of character both inside and out. Large covered front porch and new rear deck for outdoor entertaining. Huge level yard, gardeners paradise, raised garden beds, garden area, grape vines, room for play, could have your own soccer field. Homes features lots of windows, wood floors, fireplace with gas logs and cozy kitchen with tile counters.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,290 (+6.9%)
$39,700 + $149,600
$189,300
2024
$1,207 (+3.2%)
$39,700 + $149,600
$189,300
2023
$1,170 (+4.2%)
$39,700 + $149,600
$189,300
2022
$1,123 (+59.6%)
$39,700 + $149,600
$189,300
2021
$703 (+8.8%)
$39,700 + $149,600
$189,300
2020
$647 (−1.3%)
$39,700 + $78,900
$118,600
2019
$655 (+2.4%)
$39,700 + $62,300
$102,000
2018
$639 (−1.6%)
$41,000 + $62,300
$103,300
2017
$650
$41,000 + $62,300
$103,300
Tax history for 686 Monte Vista Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,290 (+6.9%)
$39,700 + $149,600
$189,300
2024
$1,207 (+3.2%)
$39,700 + $149,600
$189,300
2023
$1,170 (+4.2%)
$39,700 + $149,600
$189,300
2022
$1,123 (+59.6%)
$39,700 + $149,600
$189,300
2021
$703 (+8.8%)
$39,700 + $149,600
$189,300
2020
$647 (−1.3%)
$39,700 + $78,900
$118,600
2019
$655 (+2.4%)
$39,700 + $62,300
$102,000
2018
$639 (−1.6%)
$41,000 + $62,300
$103,300
2017
$650
$41,000 + $62,300
$103,300
*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
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.74 Acres
Year renovated
1932
Sq. Ft.
936
Year built
1932
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
960890106400000
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.
Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Other
Flooring: Linoleum, Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Stucco, Vinyl Siding
Roof: Shingle
Exterior Features
Porch: Covered,Deck,Front
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features: 2 or More Access Exits
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Paved, Private, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.81
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Zoning NCM: R-1
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Electric
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From Asheville head west on 19/23 Patton Avenue which turns into Smokey Park Highway. Near the intersection with I-40 turn Right onto Acton Circle then right at the light onto Monte Vista Road. Follow for ±1.5 miles and house will be on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 936
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.74 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1932
Year Renovated: 1932
County: Buncombe County
APN: 960890106400000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1134
Sq. Ft. Upper: 391
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 743
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 1134
Foundation Details: Basement Outside Entrance, Block
Structure Type: 1.5 Story
Around this home
Schools
Sand Hill-Venable Elementary
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.7mi
8/10
Enka Middle
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
Enka High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
5/10
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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, 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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Estimated sale price
$321,000 – $388,000
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