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138 French Broad

Asheville, NC 28801

4

bedrooms

4

baths

3,276

sq.ft.

$244

price per sf

Property TypeResidential
Year Built1905
Days on Market56
Carnarri Cofield

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Carnarri Cofield

REALTOR®

About This Property

TRY BEFORE YOU BUY!! That's right, you have a unique opportunity to stay in this beautiful home to see if it would be a good fit before purchasing. Make sure to ask the agent for details. This gorgeous Victorian home blends historical elegance with modern updates right in the heart of downtown Asheville. Unwind after the day by relaxing on the porch or planting in the beautiful Victorian Garden. The lush, wooded backyard serves as a private retreat, featuring cozy sitting areas and a soothing hot tub. Inside, the home showcases exquisite classic period details, such as stunning staircases, hardwood floors, and several vintage coal grate fireplaces. This residence artfully merges the sophistication of a historical gem with contemporary improvements. The kitchen features a spacious island, stainless steel appliances, and a large pantry, seamlessly connecting to a generous living room and dining area, accentuated by a magnificent wall of windows. This property offers a fantastic business opportunity, as both the upstairs and downstairs have been successfully operated as Homestays and AirBnbs. The home also includes a parlor, a sitting room, and multiple dining and living spaces. The outdoor areas have everything you could ask for including several seating areas and porches, a tranquil backyard, and a gorgeous garden. Located in a prime area, surrounded by restaurants, art galleries, shopping, music venues, and breweries, you can immerse yourself in Asheville's culture. If you're looking for a stunning home filled with character while enjoying modern conveniences, be sure to schedule your appointment today.

About the Neighborhood

Homes for sale in 28801 place buyers at the heart of Asheville's most celebrated and architecturally significant urban core, encompassing Downtown Asheville, the River Arts District, and the historic Montford neighborhood — one of the most intact collections of Victorian and Arts and Crafts architecture in the American Southeast. The residential landscape in Montford features exquisite Queen Anne, Colonial Revival, and Craftsman homes on tree-shaded streets within walking distance of Asheville's legendary Lexington Avenue arts corridor, the Grove Arcade, and a nationally recognized independent restaurant scene. The River Arts District along the French Broad River has transformed former industrial studios into one of the Southeast's most vibrant working artist communities, with dozens of galleries and creative businesses anchoring the zip code's southwestern edge. Mission Health's main hospital campus and a dense concentration of creative economy employers make 28801 a genuine live-work destination. The 28801 real estate market commands some of the highest valuations in Western North Carolina, driven by irreplaceable architectural inventory, walkability, and Asheville's sustained status as one of America's most visited mountain cities.

Property Features

Property Description

  • Beds Total: 4
  • Full Baths: 4
  • Half Baths: 0
  • Year Built: 1905
  • Living Area: 3,276 sqft
  • New Construction: No
  • MLS #: 4301394

Additional Home Features

  • Subdivision: South Slope

Association

  • HOA Required: No

Utilities

  • Electricity Connected
  • Natural Gas

Interior Features

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Kitchen Island
  • Open Floorplan
  • Heating: Ductless, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless
  • In Basement
  • In Bathroom
  • Upper Level

Appliances

  • Dishwasher
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Exhaust Hood
  • Gas Range
  • Refrigerator

Construction Materials

  • Hardboard Siding
  • Foundation: Basement
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle

Cooling

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Ductless

Foundation Details

  • Basement

Heating

  • Ductless
  • Natural Gas

Laundry Features

  • In Basement
  • In Bathroom
  • Upper Level

Levels

  • Two

Parking Features

  • Driveway

Exterior Features

  • Hot Tub
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Privacy
  • Patio/Porch: Covered, Front Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around

Road

  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved

Sewer

  • Public Sewer

WaterSource

  • Public

Community Features

  • Sidewalks
  • Street Lights

Architectural Style

  • Victorian

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Wood

Fireplace

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Room

Tax and Financial Info

  • Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Location

Schools

Elementary

Asheville City

Middle

Asheville

High School

Asheville

LISTING COURTESY OF: KELLER WILLIAMS PROFESSIONALS

athenasellswnc@gmail.com

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Carnarri Cofield

$800,000

138 French Broad

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