This lovely Cape Cod Cottage is tucked away in Gerton between Asheville and Lake Lure. This gorgeous mountain home boasts an open and flowing, main level floor plan, perfect for entertaining guests and friends. Enjoy the privacy of the upper level, master suite as you relax and unwind, tucked away with mountain views and a glass of wine. Imagine sipping your morning coffee on your wrap-around, side and front deck, overlooking your private yard space. This home offers privacy with a short drive (25-30 minutes) to Downtown Asheville. No Drive-bys, please.
Single-familyProperty Type
1988Year Built
0.97 acresLot Size
$207Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Brandie D. Huffman• Keller Williams Professionals
Bought with Abigail Farrow• Keller Williams Professionals
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$164,898
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Market trends in 28735, NC
Last updated September 2026
Sale-to-list price
100.0%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$435K
$0 MoM
Avg. days on market
39d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
1
0 MoM
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Sale history for 117 Raven Hill Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Oct 1, 2019
Sold
$237,000
$140/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3544811
Sep 30, 2019
Sold
$236,900
$140/sq ft
Sep 27, 2019
Pending
—
Sep 3, 2019
Contingent
—
Aug 30, 2019
Listed
$236,900
$140/sq ft
Public Records
May 24, 2016
Sold
$210,000
$124/sq ft
NCMMLS #NCM590040
May 25, 2016
Price Changed
$210,000
$124/sq ft
May 24, 2016
Sold
$210,000
$124/sq ft
Apr 7, 2016
Contingent
—
Apr 6, 2016
Delisted
—
Apr 1, 2016
Price Changed
$219,000
$129/sq ft
Mar 16, 2016
Price Changed
$219,500
$129/sq ft
Feb 22, 2016
Price Changed
$220,000
$130/sq ft
Jan 23, 2016
Price Changed
$221,000
$130/sq ft
Dec 7, 2015
Price Changed
$222,000
$131/sq ft
Nov 17, 2015
Listed
$223,000
$132/sq ft
Jul 23, 2015
Listed
$219,000
$129/sq ft
Beautiful Cape Cod with year round views. Convenient location that is a scenic 25 min drive to Asheville and close to Lake Lure/Chimney Rock. Near the Eastern Continental Divide and the well know Hickory Nut Gap Farm. Open floor plan with numerous updates including a well designed kitchen space. Insulated detached garage/workshop approximately 576sf. Easy access to 74A. Bonus room is currently used as a bedroom and provides more living space.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #NCM512708
Jul 25, 2012
Sold
$169,500
$100/sq ft
Feb 10, 2012
Listed
$179,500
$106/sq ft
+19
Year round living or 2nd home in this adorable cottage near Lake Lure/Chimney Rock and 25 min. to Asheville. Enjoy the sun set behind the mountains from your spacious wrap around deck. Open floor plan makes it easy to entertain. Master upstairs & huge master bath with soaking tub & separate shower. Plenty of storage. Insulated detached garage with electricity and water is perfect for an artist studio. Easy to get onto 74A.
Public Records
Sep 7, 2007
Sold
$159,000
$94/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,744
$34,300 + $273,800
$308,100
2024
$1,744
$34,300 + $273,800
$308,100
2023
$1,744 (+14.3%)
$34,300 + $273,800
$308,100
2022
$1,526
$34,300 + $273,800
$308,100
2021
$1,526
$27,400 + $191,800
$219,200
2020
$1,526 (+5.9%)
$27,400 + $191,800
$219,200
2019
$1,441 (+47.1%)
$27,400 + $191,800
$219,200
2018
$979
$27,400 + $182,600
$210,000
2017
$979
$21,600 + $120,300
$141,900
2016
$979 (+8.1%)
$21,600 + $120,300
$141,900
2015
$906 (+3.0%)
$21,600 + $120,300
$141,900
2014
$880
$21,600 + $116,300
$137,900
Tax history for 117 Raven Hill Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,744
$34,300 + $273,800
$308,100
2024
$1,744
$34,300 + $273,800
$308,100
2023
$1,744 (+14.3%)
$34,300 + $273,800
$308,100
2022
$1,526
$34,300 + $273,800
$308,100
2021
$1,526
$27,400 + $191,800
$219,200
2020
$1,526 (+5.9%)
$27,400 + $191,800
$219,200
2019
$1,441 (+47.1%)
$27,400 + $191,800
$219,200
2018
$979
$27,400 + $182,600
$210,000
2017
$979
$21,600 + $120,300
$141,900
2016
$979 (+8.1%)
$21,600 + $120,300
$141,900
2015
$906 (+3.0%)
$21,600 + $120,300
$141,900
2014
$880
$21,600 + $116,300
$137,900
*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
—
Baths
2
Stories
1.4
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.97 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
1,549
Year built
1988
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Henderson County
APN
501040
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 3, 2026.
R3
Residential District Three
The purpose of Residential District Three (R3) is to foster orderly growth where the principal use of land is low density residential. The intent of this district is to allow for residential development consistent with the recommendations of the Comprehensive Plan. This general use district is typically meant to be utilized in areas designated as Rural (RAA) in the Comprehensive Plan.
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
SqFt Garage: 0
Parking Features: Detached, Driveway, Garage - 1 Car
Directions: This address will Navigate from Waze and Google Maps. (Broker Brandie signage in yard.) From Asheville: I-240 E. Continue onto US-74 ALT E for approximately 13 miles. Turn left onto Raven Hill Rd. From Hendersonville: Hwy64E to 74. Make left towards Gerton/Asheville. Approximately 4 miles to right onto Raven Hill. Driveway on right.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,549
Stories: 1.4
Lot Size: 0.97 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1988
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Henderson County
APN: 501040
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 3, 2026
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1695
Sq. Ft. Upper: 458
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1237
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Sq. Ft. Additional: 0
Building Area Total: 1695
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Structure Type: 1.5 Story
Around this home
Schools
Edneyville Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 7.9mi
4/10
Apple Valley Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.6mi
6/10
North Henderson High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.6mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 5.2 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$333,000 – $403,000
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