$625,000
55 Congress St, Asheville, NC 28801
5 bed · 3 bath · 2,304 sq ft
5
bedrooms
3
baths
2,304
sq.ft.
$271
price per sf
Presented by Citadel Cofield · Office (980) 272-8547
About This Property
Centrally located in the heart of Asheville, this 5BD/3BA versatile and spacious home combines exceptional convenience with impressive income potential. Minutes from Downtown Asheville, Mission Hospital, A-B Tech, the River Arts District, iconic local breweries, and historic Biltmore Village, the location couldn't be more ideal. Inside, the home features a light-filled layout complemented by a fully renovated lower level—perfect for a mother-in-law suite, a private multi-bedroom rental, or mid-term housing. The seller has successfully utilized portions of the home to house traveling medical professionals, providing a steady stream of additional revenue. Unwind on the oversized front porch while taking in year-round views of Downtown Asheville and the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. Out back, an expansive backyard offers endless possibilities for gardening, outdoor entertaining, or potential future development. Whether you're seeking a primary residence with passive income, a multi-generational living setup, or an investment property, this Asheville gem delivers on every level.
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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: 5
- Bathrooms: 3 Full
- Year Built: 1980
- Living Area: 2,304 sqft
- New Construction: No
- MLS #: 4423785
Additional Home Features
- Subdivision: E Riverside Urban Renewal Area
- Neighborhood: E Riverside Urban Renewal Area
Association
- HOA Required: No
Utilities
- Cable Connected
- Electricity Connected
- Wired Internet Available
Interior Features
- Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Window Unit(s)
- In Basement
- Laundry Room
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Electric Range
- Electric Water Heater
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
Construction Materials
- Stone
- Wood
- Foundation: Basement
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Ductless
- Window Unit(s)
Foundation Details
- Basement
Heating
- Baseboard
- Electric
- Heat Pump
Laundry Features
- In Basement
- Laundry Room
Levels
- One
Parking Features
- Driveway
Exterior Features
- Storage
- Patio/Porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
Road
- Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
- Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Sewer
- Public Sewer
WaterSource
- City
Community Features
- Recreation Area
- Sidewalks
- Street Lights
Architectural Style
- Ranch
View
- City
- Long Range
- Mountain(s)
- Year Round
Flooring
- Vinyl
- Wood
Window Features
- Insulated Window(s)
- Window Treatments
Fireplace
- Fireplace: No
Tax and Financial Info
- Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA
Location
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LISTING COURTESY OF: KILGORE & ASSOCIATES REALESTAT
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$625,000
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Asheville, NC 28801
5
bedrooms
3
baths
2,304
sq.ft.
$271
price per sf
Presented By
Carnarri Cofield
REALTOR®
Office: (980) 272-8547
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