Small in size, big on charm. Welcome to 24 Rhododendron Drive, a cozy cottage tucked away in East Asheville's historic Homeland Park. Filled with natural light from an entire wall of windows and featuring vaulted ceilings, this studio lives much larger than its footprint.
Inside, you'll find an open layout with updated LVP flooring, a well-designed kitchen, and a Mitsubishi mini-split that keeps the home comfortable year-round. A full-size stackable washer and dryer, metal roof, and other thoughtful updates make this home easy to own and enjoy.
Out back, the private fenced flagstone patio feels like your own little retreat—perfect for morning coffee, reading a book, or winding down after exploring Asheville. An off-street parking space adds even more convenience.
This home is ready from day one whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or an investment. Its location just minutes from downtown Asheville, the VA Hospital, Blue Ridge Parkway, shopping, and local restaurants makes it especially appealing for traveling medical professionals or anyone wanting to enjoy everything Asheville has to offer.
Originally built as part of the historic Homeland Park cottage community in the 1930s, this home offers a rare chance to own a piece of Asheville history without sacrificing modern comfort. It's proof that great things really do come in small packages.
Active
$265,000
24 Rhododendron Dr, Asheville, NC 28805
0beds
372sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
0.03 Acres Lot
$259,200 Zestimate®
$712/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Vaulted ceilingsUpdated lvp flooringMetal roofOpen layoutWell-designed kitchen
- 48 days |
- 390 |
- 19 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Matthew Mubarak 865-308-6190,
WNC Real Estate Partners
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4400229
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 0
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 372
- Total interior livable area: 372 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 372
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.03 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 966826069400000
- Zoning: RS8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Homeland Park
Location
- Region: Asheville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $712/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $154,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,524
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 48 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$259,200
$246,000 - $272,000
$1,119/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000-6.2%$712/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Listing removed | $282,500$759/sqft |
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| 3/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $282,500+13.5%$759/sqft |
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| 8/31/2023 | Sold | $249,000$669/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4045900 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2023 | Listed for sale | $249,000+62.9%$669/sqft |
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| 10/22/2020 | Sold | $152,888-5.6%$411/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3659734 Report a problem | ||
| 9/29/2020 | Pending sale | $162,000$435/sqft |
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| 9/28/2020 | Price change | $162,000-7.4%$435/sqft |
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| 9/12/2020 | Listed for sale | $175,000+28.7%$470/sqft |
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| 4/11/2019 | Sold | $136,000$366/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3477047 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2019 | Pending sale | $136,000$366/sqft |
Source: Dawn Wilson Realty #3477047 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2019 | Listed for sale | $136,000+36%$366/sqft |
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| 2/23/2019 | Listing removed | $900$2/sqft |
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| 2/16/2019 | Price change | $900-5.3%$2/sqft |
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| 1/29/2019 | Listed for rent | $950$3/sqft |
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| 7/27/2018 | Listing removed | $950$3/sqft |
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| 7/13/2018 | Price change | $950-2.6%$3/sqft |
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| 7/9/2018 | Listed for rent | $975+2.6%$3/sqft |
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| 2/10/2018 | Listing removed | $950$3/sqft |
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| 2/8/2018 | Listed for rent | $950$3/sqft |
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| 9/29/2017 | Sold | $100,000-22.2%$269/sqft |
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| 9/18/2017 | Price change | $128,500-3.7%$345/sqft |
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| 9/6/2017 | Listed for sale | $133,500+394.4%$359/sqft |
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| 4/4/2012 | Listing removed | $27,000$73/sqft |
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| 3/27/2012 | Price change | $27,000-65.2%$73/sqft |
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| 3/24/2012 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 1/9/2008 | Sold | $77,500$208/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,524 +2.3% | $154,200 -4% |
| 2024 | $1,490 +18.6% | $160,700 +15.3% |
| 2023 | $1,256 +1.1% | $139,400 |
| 2022 | $1,242 | $139,400 |
| 2021 | $1,242 +47.2% | $139,400 +58.2% |
| 2020 | $844 +2.9% | $88,100 +2.9% |
| 2019 | $820 | $85,600 |
| 2018 | $820 | $85,600 +46.8% |
| 2017 | $820 -1% | $58,300 |
| 2016 | $829 +31.7% | $58,300 |
| 2015 | $629 +1.4% | $58,300 |
| 2014 | $620 | $58,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $58,300 +3.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $56,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $56,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $56,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $56,300 |
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Neighborhood: 28805
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Charles C Bell ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10A C Reynolds MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 8/10A C Reynolds HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Charles Bell
- Middle: AC Reynolds
- High: AC Reynolds
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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