Tucked into the trees yet just minutes from the heart of vibrant South Asheville, this contemporary passive/PV solar home offers the rare combination of privacy, sustainability, and convenience. Built in 2016 and never before offered to market, this thoughtfully designed home sits on an expansive 2.76-acre lot that feels like your own private forest sanctuary. Inside, you’ll find clean modern lines, abundant natural light, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Large windows frame serene forest views, creating a seamless connection between indoors and out. A cozy loft provides flexible space inside while the large screened porch creates the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors from the comfort of your home. Custom finishes throughout including, maple doors and trim, handmade steel ladder to loft, and many more show just how much care went into the custruction of this unique home. The property is a true gardener’s dream, featuring established fruit trees, a flourishing herb garden, and berry patch. With solar already in place, you’ll enjoy energy efficiency and sustainable living from day one. Conveniently located close to shopping, dining, and amenities of South Asheville, yet surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature, this is a rare opportunity to own a contemporary home that feels worlds away—while keeping everything you need within easy reach.
Single-familyProperty Type
2016Year Built
2.76 acresLot Size
$384Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Christopher Herndon• Sarver Realty Group, LLC
Contact: christopher@sarver-realty.com
Bought with Steph Caldwell• Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty
Est. $2,276 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 858 Mills Gap Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4342103
Jul 1, 2026
Sold
$525,000
$384/sq ft
Jun 1, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 4, 2026
Price Changed
$550,000
$403/sq ft
Mar 12, 2026
Listed
$595,000
$436/sq ft
Feb 25, 2026
Coming Soon
$595,000
$436/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,103 (+4.7%)
$92,500 + $233,700
$326,200
2024
$2,008 (+3.3%)
$92,500 + $233,700
$326,200
2023
$1,944 (+1.7%)
$92,500 + $233,700
$326,200
2022
$1,912 (+5.7%)
$92,500 + $233,700
$326,200
2021
$1,808 (+10.0%)
$92,500 + $233,700
$326,200
2020
$1,644
$92,500 + $216,100
$308,600
2019
$1,644
$92,500 + $168,500
$261,000
2018
$1,644
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.76 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,366
Year built
2016
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
966349439800000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
R-3
Residential District
The R-3 Residential District is primarily intended to provide locations for a variety of residential development depending upon the availability of public water and sewer services. Some areas within the R-3 Residential District will have no public water and sewer services available and will thus be suitable primarily for single-family residential units on individual lots and mobile homes on individual lots. Other areas within the district will have public water and/or sewer service available and will thus be suitable for higher density uses such as multifamily residential units, planned unit developments, and mobile home parks. The R-3 district also provides for various recreational, community service and educational uses that will complement the residential development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Bed & breakfast
Library
Cemetery
Housing-Mobile home park
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: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Forced Air, Fresh Air Ventilation
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 6
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan
Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Concrete
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Hardboard Siding
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Screened, Side Porch
Property Information
Development Status: Completed
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: RES
Zoning Specification: RES
Lot Information
Lot Features: Orchard(s), Private, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 2.76
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 1500
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Underground Utilities
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Charles T Koontz
High School: T.C. Roberson
Location Information
Directions: From Hwy 25 take Mills Gap Rd approximately 4 miles to 858 on the left.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,366
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.76 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2016
Year Renovated: —
County: Buncombe County
APN: 966349439800000
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.: 1366
Living Area: 1366
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,366
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1366
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Slab
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Glen Arden Elementary
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
Cane Creek Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
7/10
T C Roberson High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 3.8mi
7/10
Provided by GreatSchools
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 97° 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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Fletcher, NC • 28732
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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25
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33
66
41
72
49
73
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67
78
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76
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70
47
61
40
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31
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Dec
Sun exposure
89/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$476,000 – $577,000
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