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    $429,000

    196 E French Broad St, Brevard, NC 28712

    2beds
    1,777sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1929
    0.33 Acres Lot
    $412,400 Zestimate®
    $241/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Multiple flexible living spacesSpacious charming lot
    Opportunities like this truly don't come around often. Just steps from the heart of downtown Brevard and directly across from Brevard College, this nearly 100-year-old home offers the chance to own a piece of local history in one of the city's most desirable locations. With 1,777 square feet, the floor plan lives much larger than you might expect, offering multiple flexible living spaces that can easily adapt to your lifestyle. Whether you envision additional gathering areas, a home office, creative studio, guest space, or the potential for extra sleeping accommodations, the possibilities are abundant. Set on a spacious, charming lot, this home has the solid bones and character that are increasingly hard to find. While there are opportunities to update and make it your own, that's exactly what makes this property so exciting. Move in now, personalize it over time, and create something truly special. Whether you're looking for an affordable downtown home, a long-term investment, or a place to enjoy everything Brevard has to offer, 196 East French Broad Street is your launch point to restaurants, coffee shops, festivals, live music, and mountain adventures. Bring your vision—this is one you'll want to see before it's gone!
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    Listed by:

    Matthew Durt matthew@lookingglassrealty.com,

    Looking Glass Realty

    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4397130MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bedrooms: 2
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Has basement: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,777
      • Total interior livable area: 1,777 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,777
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Detached Carport, Driveway
      • Carport spaces: 1
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Has spa: Yes
      • Spa features: Heated
      Lot
      • Size: 0.33 Acres
      Details
      • Additional structures: Barn(s)
      • Parcel number: 8586617248000
      • Zoning: GR8
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Aluminum, Vinyl
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1929

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: City

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None
      Location
      • Region: Brevard

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $241/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $453,250
      • Annual tax amount: $1,287
      • Date on market: 6/25/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 24 days
      • Road surface type: Gravel, Paved

        Estimated market value

        $412,400

        $392,000 - $433,000

        $1,985/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/6/2026Price change$429,000-1.4%$241/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4397130 Report a problem
        6/25/2026Listed for sale$435,000+141.7%$245/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4397130 Report a problem
        5/3/2013Sold$180,000$101/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NCM525610 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$1,287 $213,280
        2023$1,287 $213,280
        2022$1,287 $213,280
        2021$1,287 -37.3%$213,280 +19.1%
        2020$2,053 +80.2%$179,150
        2019$1,139 -37.7%$179,150
        2018$1,829 +1.5%$179,150
        2017$1,802 $179,150
        2016$1,802 +61.1%$179,150 +32.5%
        2015$1,119 $135,230
        2014$1,119 $135,230
        2013-- $135,230
        2012-- $135,230
        2011-- $135,230
        2010-- $135,230
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28712

        Getting around

        70 / 100
        Very Walkable
        52 / 100
        Bikeable

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