Original 1950’s mid-century home in highly coveted North Asheville, this rare treasure has come to market. A delightful property, it provides main one level living with the spacious living area (bathed in natural light from the large windows!) sensibly positioned on the same level as the 5 bedrooms. The Terrace Level offers a welcoming family room with a built-in grill that both enhances and encourages easy indoor/outdoor living and entertaining. This residence is situated on a private corner lot boasting a combination of timeless design along with the beautiful bounty of nature - an abundance of mature trees. Located in a truly tranquil and walkable North Asheville neighborhood, this prized dwelling is conveniently located mere moments from dining, boutique shopping, walking trails, Beaver Lake, downtown Asheville, and the Country Club of Asheville. Come claim your opportunity to own a unique piece of mid-century charm in an ideal location.
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$790,000
3 N Kensington Rd, Asheville, NC 28804
5beds
2,948sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
0.43 Acres Lot
$1,045,400 Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$4,255 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,045,400
$930,000 - $1.19M
$4,255/mo
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Mid-century charmEasy indoorMature treesLarge windowsBeautiful bounty of natureTimeless designBathed in natural light
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Listing Provided by:
Ellen McGuire ellen@ijbproperties.com,
Ivester Jackson Blackstream,
Laura Livaudais,
Ivester Jackson Blackstream
Bought with:
Marie Morris
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4050172
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Built-in Features, Reception Area
- Level: Basement
Kitchen
- Features: None
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Built-in Features, None
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,302
- Total interior livable area: 2,948 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,302
- Finished area below ground: 646
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 974026424700000
- Zoning: RS4
- Special conditions: Estate
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum, Stone, Wood
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Subdivision: Lakeview Park
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $395 annually
- Association name: Lakeview Park Commission
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Concrete
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2023 | Sold | $790,000-4.2%$268/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4050172 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $825,000$280/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4050172 Report a problem | ||
| 8/16/2023 | Pending sale | $825,000$280/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4050172 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $825,000$280/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #CAR4050172 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,339 +6.3% | $486,000 |
| 2024 | $5,021 +3.5% | $486,000 +0.9% |
| 2023 | $4,852 +1% | $481,700 |
| 2022 | $4,804 | $481,700 |
| 2021 | $4,804 +13.5% | $481,700 +22.7% |
| 2020 | $4,232 | $392,600 |
| 2019 | $4,232 0% | $392,600 |
| 2018 | $4,232 +0% | $392,600 +6.5% |
| 2017 | $4,232 -0.9% | $368,500 |
| 2016 | $4,271 -5.7% | $368,500 |
| 2015 | $4,529 +1.2% | $368,500 |
| 2014 | $4,474 | $368,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $368,500 -9.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $408,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $408,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $408,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $408,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $408,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $408,900 +46.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $279,100 |
| 2004 | -- | $279,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $279,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $279,100 +28.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $217,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28804
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ira B Jones ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Asheville MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 6/10Asheville HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Asheville Primary
- 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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- North Carolina
- Buncombe County
- Asheville
- 28804
- 3 N Kensington Rd
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