Embrace the epic easterly sunrises and sweeping full city views from this stunning home! Enjoy an easy stroll up the hill to soak in panoramic long-range mountain sunset views — the best of both worlds, morning and night. Designed to maximize the scenery, the home features expansive walls of windows, including 14 south-facing windows that welcome spectacular sunrises and natural light throughout the day. The open-concept main living area is anchored by a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace and showcases stunning mountain vistas from nearly every room. The fabulous updated kitchen features premium granite countertops, solid wood cabinetry, and flows seamlessly into a light-filled sunroom—an ideal space for morning coffee or evening relaxation. You may feel as though you are stepping right out into the clouds. The home is built like a mountain fortress, on a solid steel support system which has held this unique home solid for almost five decades!
Known as the iconic "Airplane House," this architecturally distinctive, Beach House-inspired landmark offers over 4,500 SF of living space on a rare double lot totaling approximately .71 acres. Build a second home on this extra lot to be used for guests or additional income. Originally commissioned by a Miami builder seeking to create a "beach house in the mountains," this one-of-a-kind residence combines coastal-inspired design with the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
The flexible floor plan offers generously sized rooms throughout, including multiple bedroom suites and an amazing upper-level primary retreat that feels like a true private escape. This spacious suite boasts panoramic views, a luxurious en-suite bathroom with dual vanities, generous closet space, and a soaking tub positioned to overlook the city lights and starlit skies. The lower-level studio is a true showstopper: a newly renovated, modern space featuring a striking spiral staircase, high ceilings, and beautiful designer finishes throughout. With its own separate entrance and private patio, this flexible space is perfect for rental income, a guest suite, or multi-generational living—and has successfully generated both short-term and long-term rental income.
Outdoor spaces are equally impressive, featuring a wraparound egress deck, stone patio, fire pit area, grassy usable yard, and an additional buildable lot offering future possibilities. Major recent improvements include a new roof (2025), new upper siding, updated HVAC systems, new windows, retaining walls, and numerous interior updates.
Located just outside of North Asheville, in the rapidly growing Woodfin area adjacent to Reynolds Mountain, this exceptional property is just minutes from Downtown Asheville, the French Broad River, the Woodfin Greenway & Blueway, and the exciting new river recreation amenities transforming the area. Embrace this rare opportunity to own one of Asheville's most memorable homes with unparalleled views, character, income potential, and room to grow. This property is truly one of a kind, and it's priced to sell! Book your showing today!
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Price cut: $32K (7/21)
$895,000
16 Audubon Dr, Asheville, NC 28804
4beds
4,542sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.71 Acres Lot
$869,200 Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
High ceilingsBeautiful designer finishes throughoutStone patioWraparound egress deckLight-filled sunroomGenerously sized rooms throughoutMultiple bedroom suites
- 67 days
- 863
- 41
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jason Martini jason@newearthavlrealty.com,
Keller Williams Professionals
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4397266
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Dining area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Sunroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Electric, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane, Fireplace(s), Wood Stove, Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Trash Compactor, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Lower Level, Multiple Locations
Features
- Attic Other, Soaking Tub, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), Other - See Remarks
- Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Laminate, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Door(s), Mirrored Closet Door(s), Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Apartment,Bath/Stubbed,Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Other
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Fire Pit, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,662
- Total interior livable area: 4,542 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,662
- Finished area below ground: 880
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Driveway, Parking Space(s), RV Access/Parking
- Uncovered spaces: 6
- Details: Long Driveway with abundant parking, as well as easy street parking in front of the home.
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Storage, Other - See Remarks
- Fencing: Stone
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Long Range, Mountain(s), Winter, Year Round
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.71 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Paved, Sloped, Wooded, Views
Living quarters
- Secondary features: Exterior Connected,Interior Connected,Room w/ Private Bath,Separate Entrance,Separate Kitchen Facilities,Separate Living Quarters
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 973059168100000
- Zoning: R-21
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Fiber Cement, Hardboard Siding, Shingle/Shake, Vinyl
- Foundation: Permanent, Pillar/Post/Pier
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Propane, Underground Power Lines, Wired Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Radon Mitigation System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Town And Country Estates
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $197/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $780,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,440
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 67 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Exchange,FHA,VA Loan
- Exclusions: Dining Room Chandelier
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
$869,200
$826,000 - $913,000
$4,953/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2026 | Price change | $895,000-3.5%$197/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4397266 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Price change | $927,000-5.1%$204/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4397266 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $977,000+167.7%$215/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4397266 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2008 | Sold | $365,000-2.7%$80/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2008 | Listed for sale | $375,000$83/sqft |
Source: Listhub #400835 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,440 +3.3% | $448,300 +0.4% |
| 2024 | $4,297 +4.4% | $446,400 +1.3% |
| 2023 | $4,115 +1.1% | $440,600 |
| 2022 | $4,071 | $440,600 |
| 2021 | $4,071 +20.2% | $440,600 +24.7% |
| 2020 | $3,387 | $353,200 |
| 2019 | $3,387 | $353,200 |
| 2018 | $3,387 +5.5% | $353,200 +31.5% |
| 2017 | $3,211 -1.1% | $268,600 |
| 2016 | $3,246 +19.8% | $268,600 |
| 2015 | $2,710 | $268,600 |
| 2014 | $2,710 | $268,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $268,600 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $263,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $263,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $263,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $263,300 |
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