Peaceful retreat ideally located between Asheville and Black Mountain, just steps from the hiking trails of Warren Wilson College. This well-maintained home sits on 1.5+ wooded acres with mountain and sunrise views through the trees. The open main level features a sunroom, custom woodwork, and an updated kitchen and bath. Finished basement offers flexible space with a separate bath, kitchenette, and second sunroom—ideal for guests or rental potential (previous Airbnb use). Enjoy lush landscaping with Japanese maples, dogwoods, azaleas, and rhododendron, plus space to garden and berry bushes in a private, quiet setting. Solar panels, mini-splits, 2019-warrantied roof, updated systems, a two-car garage, and ample parking and storage complete this private mountain refuge.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
1.56 acresLot Size
$302Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Megan Shook• Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty
Est. $3,332 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 50 Rainbow Ridge Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4368868
Jun 18, 2026
Sold
$529,000
$302/sq ft
May 30, 2026
Contingent
—
May 29, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 19, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 16, 2026
Listed
$535,000
$306/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 21, 2016
Sold
$273,000
$156/sq ft
NCMMLS #3222405
Nov 22, 2016
Price Changed
$272,600
$156/sq ft
Nov 21, 2016
Sold
$272,600
$156/sq ft
Nov 21, 2016
Sold
$272,600
$156/sq ft
Oct 27, 2016
Contingent
—
Oct 27, 2016
Delisted
—
Oct 14, 2016
Listed
$300,000
$171/sq ft
Oct 14, 2016
Listed
$300,000
$171/sq ft
Cottage with Character! Plenty of space in this 2 bedroom, 2 bath home in an established neighborhood within walking distance to Warren Wilson College and Kittredge Theatre. Beautiful setting in the trees with two solarium/sunrooms that are not included in the heated square footage, allow lots of natural light. Private setting with large wooded backyard. Garage w workshop, and additional outbuilding.
Public Records
May 19, 2010
Sold
$225,000
$129/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,417 (+5.9%)
$57,700 + $289,300
$347,000
2024
$2,282 (+3.1%)
$57,700 + $289,300
$347,000
2023
$2,214 (+1.6%)
$57,700 + $289,300
$347,000
2022
$2,179
$57,700 + $289,300
$347,000
2021
$2,179 (+22.0%)
$57,700 + $289,300
$347,000
2020
$1,786
$57,700 + $289,300
$347,000
2019
$1,786
$57,700 + $209,200
$266,900
2018
$1,786 (+0.1%)
$57,700 + $209,200
$266,900
2017
$1,783 (+32.7%)
$57,700 + $209,200
$266,900
2016
$1,344
$57,700 + $209,200
$266,900
2015
$1,344
$39,900 + $143,500
$183,400
2014
$1,344
$39,900 + $143,500
$183,400
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.56 Acres
Year renovated
1956
Sq. Ft.
1,706
Year built
1956
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
967986592100000
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Mixed use building
Recreation
May 26, 2026 • Active
Plumbing
Plumbing
Water heater
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
SqFt Garage: 522
Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
Other Parking: Plenty of parking in the two-car garage and two driveways. Ideal for those who like to entertain as driveways fit numerous vehicles.
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Storage
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water, Washer, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Concrete, Laminate, Tile, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Wood
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio
Exterior Features: Storage
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Zoning Specification: R-1
Lot Information
Lot Features: Green Area, Level, Private, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 1.56
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Solar
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Short Term Rental Allowed
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: WD Williams
Middle Or Junior High School: Charles D Owen
High School: Charles D Owen
Location Information
Directions: From Asheville, take I-40 east - Exit 55, left at end of ramp then right on Hwy 70. Left on Warren Wilson Rd. Just past Warren Wilson College turn left on Rainbow Ridge. Home will be on your left.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,706
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.56 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1956
County: Buncombe County
APN: 967986592100000
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.: 1750
Living Area: 1750
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,157
Below Grade Finished Area: 593
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1157
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
W D Williams Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.1mi
4/10
Charles D Owen Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.6mi
5/10
Charles D Owen High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi
8/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 97° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Swannanoa, NC • 28778
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$529,000 – $640,000
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