This lovingly restored 1939 farmhouse blends timeless character with the peace of mind of modern updates. Renovated with exceptional care, this charming home features beautiful new wood floors, updated plumbing and electrical, a new roof, new furnace, new appliances, and new ceiling fans throughout. The interior and exterior have been freshly painted, and a termite bond is already in place, making this home truly move-in ready. Perfectly situated just 15 minutes from vibrant downtown Asheville and only 10 minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway and Interstate 40, this property offers the ideal balance of convenience and tranquility. Whether you're looking to downsize, purchase your first home, or invest in a short-term rental, this farmhouse is an outstanding opportunity. Its desirable location and thoughtful renovations make it an excellent candidate for an Airbnb or a cozy mountain retreat. Don't miss your chance to own a beautifully renovated piece of history in one of Western North Carolina's most sought-after areas.
Est. $1,633 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 657 Old Fort Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4397979
Aug 6, 2026
Sold
$285,000
$464/sq ft
Jun 28, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 27, 2026
Listed
$285,000
$464/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4328263
Jan 12, 2026
Sold
$175,000
$285/sq ft
Dec 12, 2025
Contingent
—
Dec 10, 2025
Listed
$180,000
$293/sq ft
+25
Mountain views from the back and the front of the house will remind you that you have chosen to make your home in the oldest mountains in the world. This historic home once housed a family of six! If the walls could talk-- they'd ask for a makeover! A bit of love and this charming home will shine once again. The large lot has room for a second home or an expansion of this sweet cottage. Priced to give you room to make your improvements, therefore it is being offered as is, where is. Come check it out, super easy to show.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3474499
Sep 30, 2019
Sold
$41,000
$67/sq ft
Sep 6, 2019
Contingent
—
Aug 12, 2019
Price Changed
$50,000
$81/sq ft
Jul 29, 2019
Relisted
—
Jun 6, 2019
Contingent
—
Feb 13, 2019
Listed
$60,000
$98/sq ft
10K Price Reduction! Pristine and gorgeous lot in Fairview is ready for someone to call home. The right house could afford beautiful mountain views. Buyer to confirm all utilities. Be sure to watch video footage of property, see URL below. No manufactured homes allowed. No more than (2) SFR allowed. Lot being offer is Lot 1(consisting of 1.17 acres MOL), on attached survey. Adjacent unnamed lot (consisting of 1.22 acres) has already been sold and Lot 2 (also consisting of 1.22 acres) on other side of Old Fort Rd. is not for sale. Current tax records do not reflect accurate acreage for respective lots, tax value may change. See attached recorded survey.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$774 (+4.5%)
$38,900 + $69,900
$108,800
2024
$741 (+5.9%)
$38,900 + $69,900
$108,800
2023
$700 (+1.6%)
$53,900 + $54,900
$108,800
2022
$689
$53,900 + $54,900
$108,800
2021
$689 (+8.0%)
$53,900 + $54,900
$108,800
2020
$638
$53,900 + $54,900
$108,800
2019
$638 (+9.9%)
$53,900 + $40,700
$94,600
2018
$580
2017
$580
$49,400 + $40,700
$90,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.85 Acres
Year renovated
1942
Sq. Ft.
576
Year built
1939
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
969619445000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 25, 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
Apr 7, 2026 • Active
Fuel piping
Install or repair interior and exterior gas piping.
Gas
Jan 21, 2026 • Active
Residential renovation or remodel
Perform an interior remodel.
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.