Tucked into the woods on a private 1.8-acre lot in the Ox Creek area, this modern mountain cottage offers privacy, natural beauty, and thoughtful updates just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway and nearby hiking trails. Surrounded by mature trees and the sounds of nature, enjoy peaceful mornings with birdsong and serene woodland views right from your own property. Featuring 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, and ~1,300 sq ft, the home showcases vaulted ceilings, abundant natural light, and striking architectural lines. The remodeled kitchen includes newer appliances, butcher block countertops, and fresh finishes. Vinyl plank flooring runs throughout the main living areas and bedrooms, with tile in the bathrooms. New hot water heater! Painted cedar siding adds durability, while a large deck provides the perfect space to relax, entertain, and take in the surrounding forest. A garage adds convenience and additional storage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
1.88 acresLot Size
$293Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Jackson• Asheville Realty Group
Listed by Jackson Young• Asheville Realty Group
Contact: INFO@AshevilleRealtyGroup.com
Bought with Bobbi Holland• Be Realty Home Brokerage
Est. $2,147 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 53 Benfield Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4352245
Jul 6, 2026
Sold
$382,000
$293/sq ft
May 24, 2026
Contingent
—
May 12, 2026
Price Changed
$399,000
$306/sq ft
Apr 29, 2026
Listed
$419,000
$322/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3737200
Jul 19, 2021
Sold
$330,000
$253/sq ft
Jun 30, 2021
Pending
—
May 31, 2021
Contingent
—
May 24, 2021
Listed
$325,000
$250/sq ft
+33
CALLING FOR HIGHEST AND BEST OFFER by 5/30 at 5! Welcome to the most adorable mountain chalet you’ve ever seen, and only minutes to Weaverville and the Reems Creek Golf Club too! This home has only had one loving owner since it was built and sits on a triple lot - the largest in the small subdivision! With a little TLC and some new hardwoods and updated kitchen and bath, this home offers a wonderful getaway, 2nd home, or investment! Ox Creek is located near the sought after Reems Creek area near Weaverville and the Blue Ridge Parkway access is super close too! 53 Benfield has a soaring great room and wood burning fireplace, open floorplan, master loft upstairs room for upstairs expansion in attic eaves on either side of master bedroom and a wide flat lot where a firepit, swingset, vegetable garden, home expansion or more parking could be added. The second lot offers a perfect buildable lot for another home or investment property too! Buyers with investment eyes - Here's your chance!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #1
Nov 1, 2018
Price Changed
$289,900
$223/sq ft
Public Records
May 17, 1993
Sold
$13,000
$10/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,141 (+4.3%)
$32,000 + $275,000
$307,000
2024
$2,052 (+3.0%)
$32,000 + $275,000
$307,000
2023
$1,992 (+1.6%)
$47,000 + $260,000
$307,000
2022
$1,961 (+2.6%)
$47,000 + $260,000
$307,000
2021
$1,910 (+51.3%)
$47,000 + $260,000
$307,000
2020
$1,262
$47,000 + $252,100
$299,100
2019
$1,262
$42,000 + $143,900
$185,900
2018
$1,262 (−1.5%)
$42,000 + $143,900
$185,900
2017
$1,281 (+6.3%)
$42,000 + $143,900
$185,900
2016
$1,205
$42,000 + $143,900
$185,900
2015
$1,205
$40,200 + $124,100
$164,300
2014
$1,205
$40,200 + $124,100
$164,300
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.88 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
1,272
Year built
1993
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Buncombe County
APN
976292140700000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 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
Sep 1, 2023 • Final
Residential combo
Electrical
HVAC
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: 585
Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Front
Open Parking Spaces: 4
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Has Open Parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Third: 0
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 1
# of Bedrooms: Main: 1
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Upper: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# 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 Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Level: Upper
Room 8 Information
Room Level: Upper
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Hall, Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 8
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Directions: From Asheville, take 240 West to Exit 4A (I-26 W) towards Weaverville. Take exit 21 (New Stock Road) and bear right. Turn left towards Weaverville. In .8 miles, turn right on Reems Creek Road. In 4.4 miles turn right on Ox Creek Road. In 1.3 miles turn left on Ballard Branch Road. In .9 miles turn left on Benfield Road. Continue straight past cluster of mailboxes. 53 Benfield will be on the right!
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,272
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.88 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1993
Year Renovated: 1993
County: Buncombe County
APN: 976292140700000
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: 1
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1302
Living Area: 1302
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,302
Sq. Ft. Upper: 372
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 930
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One and One Half
Around this home
Schools
Weaverville Primary
Public PreK-1 • Assigned • 5.0mi
North Buncombe Middle
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.2mi
9/10
North Buncombe High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi
6/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 92° expected this year, 25 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Weaverville, NC • 28787
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Sun exposure
70/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.6 hrs
4.6 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$394,000 – $477,000
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