Commanding an extraordinary mountaintop setting just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, this exceptional custom estate is a rare expression of refined mountain living. Set on approximately six private acres, the property captures breathtaking panoramic views that stretch for miles, creating an unforgettable backdrop in every season. Thoughtfully designed outdoor living spaces, including multiple seating areas and fire pits, invite quiet mornings, unforgettable sunsets and effortless entertaining surrounded by the beauty of the mountains. Natural light pours through expansive windows, beginning in the welcoming entry foyer that doubles as a sun-filled sitting room. Beyond, soaring vaulted ceilings define the dramatic great room, where an open balcony above and walls of glass create an impressive sense of space while keeping the extraordinary views at the forefront. Designed for both everyday living and exceptional entertaining, the chef's kitchen is appointed with premium Wolf appliances, a commercial-grade salamander, a steam oven and an impeccably equipped butler's pantry. Just beyond, an intimate viewing room offers one of the home's most captivating spaces, where every window frames the surrounding mountain landscape. The main-level primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with custom barn-door closets and tranquil views. Upstairs, two spacious guest suites, two full baths and a versatile bonus room offer exceptional accommodations, while a richly appointed office provides an inspiring workspace. The lower level features a generous recreation room and half bath. The estate also includes an attached two-car garage, as well as a separate three-car garage connected by a covered walkway. Above, a beautifully finished private apartment with its own bedroom, bath, living room and kitchen offers ideal accommodations for guests, extended family or a caretaker. A home of remarkable craftsmanship and enduring elegance, this is a place where architecture and landscape exist in perfect harmony, offering extraordinary privacy, exceptional amenities and one of the area's most spectacular mountain settings ready for you to call it home.
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Price cut: $575K (8/10)
$4,300,000
145 Kalmia Dr, Asheville, NC 28804
4beds
7,014sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
6 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$613/sqft
$8/mo HOA
What's special
Generous recreation roomSoaring vaulted ceilingsCommercial-grade salamanderSteam ovenExtraordinary mountaintop settingAttached two-car garageBreathtaking panoramic views
- 46 days |
- 1,168 |
- 62 |
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Listed by:
Marilyn Wright 828-279-3980,
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4394362
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom half
- Level: Basement
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Breakfast
- Level: Main
Den
- Level: Main
Dining area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Upper
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Upper
Sunroom
- Level: Main
Utility room
- Level: Basement
Heating
- Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
- Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Bar Fridge, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Wet Bar, Total Primary Heated Living Area: 6126
- Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Basement: Partially Finished,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,256
- Total interior livable area: 7,014 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,256
- Finished area below ground: 870
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 5
- Details: Two separate garages, one 2 car on lower level, one 3 car on main level with garage apartment over
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 6 Acres
- Features: Private, Wooded, Views
Living quarters
- Secondary living space: 888 sqft
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 976130571500000
- Zoning: BDM
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Stone, Wood
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Rice Knob Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $100 annually
- HOA name: Rice Knob HOA
- HOA phone: 828-712-2669
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Elevation: 3500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $613/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,272,600
- Annual tax amount: $10,274
- Date on market: 7/10/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 46 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/10/2026 | Price change | $4,300,000-11.8%$613/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4394362 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,875,000+333.3%$695/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4394362 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2014 | Sold | $1,125,000-10%$160/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NCM543291 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2014 | Pending sale | $1,250,000$178/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks & Associates #543291 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2014 | Price change | $1,250,000-10.7%$178/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks & Associates #543291 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2013 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000+165.2%$200/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks & Associates #543291 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/1998 | Sold | $528,000$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,274 +4.2% | $1,272,600 |
| 2024 | $9,856 +2.6% | $1,272,600 |
| 2023 | $9,607 +1.3% | $1,272,600 |
| 2022 | $9,480 | $1,272,600 |
| 2021 | $9,480 -1.3% | $1,272,600 +5.8% |
| 2020 | $9,606 | $1,202,300 |
| 2019 | $9,606 | $1,202,300 |
| 2018 | $9,606 +21.6% | $1,202,300 +34.5% |
| 2017 | $7,903 -18.7% | $894,000 |
| 2016 | $9,727 +23.1% | $894,000 |
| 2015 | $7,903 +12.8% | $894,000 +12.8% |
| 2014 | $7,007 | $792,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $792,700 -3% |
| 2012 | -- | $817,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $817,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $817,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $817,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $817,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $817,200 +17% |
| 2005 | -- | $698,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $698,500 +15.6% |
| 2003 | -- | $604,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $604,400 +12.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $535,200 |
| 2000 | -- | $535,200 |
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Neighborhood: 28804
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ira B Jones ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.7 mi
- 7/10Asheville MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 6.1 mi
- 6/10Asheville HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 6.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Asheville City
- Middle: Asheville
- High: Asheville
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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