(Accepting back up offers.) At 176 E Chestnut Street, historic grandeur and a nearly unbeatable location are yours. In fact, the history of Asheville itself is intertwined with this home. J.M. Westall, Thomas Wolfe's uncle, built this Grand Colonial Revival home in 1905 for William R. Whitson, a local lawyer. Word has it that Thomas Wolfe and Whitson's eldest son were thick as thieves back then. More recently the property has been The Chestnut Street Inn. The home, with its pressed brick exterior, brick quoining around its windows and some of the finest woodwork in the neighborhood, is a pillar of the Chestnut-Liberty Historic District. Although, between the gardens, the shady spots to relax and porches that are to die for, no one would blame you if you never even made it inside. But you will. And as you enter you'll be greeted by the main hallway and one of the home's masterpieces, the closed stringer stairway which ascends from a bowed landing with a courting bench at its base. Other decorative touches such as the raised panel wainscoting, milled mantels and a special sideboard piece made from tiger oak, which every owner has passed down and will stay with the home, are magical.
More than just form, functionality and optionality also abound. There are three levels of living each with a possible primary suite and, with a total of seven bedrooms each with an en suite bathroom, comfortable space for family and friends is definitely available. A multi zoned system helps keep an ideal temperature year round while eight fireplaces ooze charm from days bygone.
Let's talk about lifestyle. Heading out your front door for a stroll, if you go left you'll be at multiple restaurants, City Bakery, The Chop Shop Butchery or pilates within five minutes. If you go right you can be at Liberty House Cafe and Asheville Yoga Center in four minutes or Trader Joe's in another two minutes. This is all without a car, mind you. If you head south down Central Avenue you'll be in Downtown Asheville in around twelve minutes with all the amazing shops, art galleries, breweries, restaurants and art deco architecture sparkling before you. If it’s golf, tennis or pickleball you seek, there are multiple clubs nearby. Great schools and parks are also in close proximity or if you're in the mood for nature, hop on a bike or get in your car to find a nearby trail as the Blue Ridge Mountains provide countless opportunities to unplug.
This remarkable property is being sold as a single family home or, if interested, could be sold as a bed & breakfast. Please reach out for more details and book your showing today.
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$1,469,805
176 E Chestnut St, Asheville, NC 28801
7beds
4,155sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1905
0.27 Acres Lot
$1,448,200 Zestimate®
$354/sqft
$5,529 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,448,200
$1.38M - $1.52M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Pete Anderson pete.anderson@evrealestate.com,
Engel & Völkers Foothills Longtown
Bought with:
Luiz Leonetti
Town and Mountain Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4297446
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 7
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 227.41 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 1" X 15' 1"
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 337.55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18' 1" X 18' 8"
Bedroom s
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 228.76 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 2" X 15' 1"
Bedroom s
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 237.62 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 4" X 15' 6"
Bedroom s
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 228.76 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 1" X 15' 2"
Bedroom s
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 230.13 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 2" X 15' 2"
Bedroom s
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 358.41 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29' 8" X 12' 1"
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
- Area: 46.33 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9' 11" X 4' 8"
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
- Area: 39.97 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11' 5" X 3' 6"
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
- Area: 105.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8' 9" X 12' 1"
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
- Area: 41.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5' 11" X 7' 0"
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
- Area: 30.91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9' 9" X 3' 2"
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
- Area: 116.38 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10' 7" X 11' 0"
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
- Area: 36.19 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4' 8" X 7' 9"
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 371.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20' 0" X 18' 7"
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 218.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 6" X 14' 1"
Laundry
- Level: Upper
- Area: 62.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8' 11" X 7' 0"
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 227.41 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 1" X 15' 1"
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 41.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8' 2" X 5' 1"
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Exhaust Hood, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Flooring: Linoleum, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Pocket Doors
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partial,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,721
- Total interior livable area: 4,155 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,155
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street, Parking Space(s), Shared Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Three dedicated on property parking spaces and plenty of street parking.
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Green Area, Level, Wooded, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 964943948000000
- Zoning: OFFICE
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full, Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1905
Details
- Builder name: William Henry Westall (Thomas Wolfe's Uncle)
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $354/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,541,100
- Annual tax amount: $16,929
- Date on market: 9/9/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Ask Agent
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2025 | Sold | $1,469,805-9%$354/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4297446 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,615,000+110.3%$389/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4297446 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2021 | Sold | $768,000-31.8%$185/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/8/2015 | Sold | $1,126,000+18.5%$271/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2007 | Sold | $950,000-9.3%$229/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2001 | Sold | $1,047,500$252/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,929 +6.3% | $1,541,100 |
| 2024 | $15,921 +2.6% | $1,541,100 |
| 2023 | $15,522 +1% | $1,541,100 |
| 2022 | $15,368 | $1,541,100 |
| 2021 | $15,368 -1.6% | $1,541,100 +6.3% |
| 2020 | $15,625 | $1,449,600 |
| 2019 | $15,625 | $1,449,600 |
| 2018 | $15,625 | $1,449,600 +54.8% |
| 2017 | $15,625 -0.9% | $936,700 |
| 2016 | $15,770 +37% | $936,700 -0.7% |
| 2015 | $11,512 | $943,700 -0.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $950,900 -10.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $1,064,700 |
| 2006 | -- | $1,064,700 +16.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $915,100 |
| 2004 | -- | $915,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $915,100 +7.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $853,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28801
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Claxton ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Asheville MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 6/10Asheville HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 2.1 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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