This cozy two bedroom/ one bath cottage in the mountains was built in 1931 and has been lovingly remodeled to achieve a laid back, rustic boho vibe. Single level. Front porch charm; large open living room; dining room; laundry closet; updated oak kitchen cabinets; new flooring throughout; brand new refrigerator; lovely vintage windows; great starter/downsize home or perfect for a rental property with potential for expansion or additional structure on part of property (buyer to verify). Wood burning stove is fully functioning and up to code; use this as a second source for heat and comfy ambiance. Central heat and air; brand new well pump replaced in 2020; new metal roofing installed in 2019; spacious 2 car detached garage for plenty of storage. Large yard can be fenced for dogs. Spacious backyard for gardening, grilling, and entertaining including a primitive fire pit. The property is located 20-25 minutes to downtown Asheville and 10 minutes to Weaverville and less than 5 minutes to French Broad River Parks. Live in the beautiful mountain countryside while still being a short drive to all that Asheville, Weaverville, and Marshall have to offer.
*** Select furniture/furnishings and riding lawn mower available for additional cost.
*** Brokers- Please do not contact to solicit services. For sale by owner.
Sold for $285,000
$285,000
397 Fletcher Martin Rd, Alexander, NC 28701
2beds
1,025sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1931
0.76 Acres Lot
$274,500 Zestimate®
$278/sqft
$1,758 Estimated rent
Home value
$274,500
$250,000 - $302,000
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced air, Electric, Wood / Pellet
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Laminate, Linoleum / Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,025 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage - Detached
Features
- Exterior features: Vinyl, Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain
Lot
- Size: 0.76 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 972219007900000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Conventional
Materials
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1931
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Alexander
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $278/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $198,900
- Annual tax amount: $1,539
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2025 | Sold | $285,000+16.3%$278/sqft |
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| 2/24/2021 | Sold | $245,000-3.9%$239/sqft |
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| 1/14/2021 | Pending sale | $255,000$249/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $255,000+80.9%$249/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2016 | Sold | $141,000-3.4%$138/sqft |
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| 6/27/2016 | Pending sale | $146,000$142/sqft |
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| 6/9/2016 | Price change | $146,000+2.1%$142/sqft |
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| 12/22/2015 | Price change | $143,000-4.6%$140/sqft |
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| 10/15/2015 | Price change | $149,900-3.3%$146/sqft |
Source: Appalachian Realty Associates #NCM583189 Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2015 | Price change | $155,000-2.5%$151/sqft |
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| 5/2/2015 | Listed for sale | $159,000+2.6%$155/sqft |
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| 5/9/2008 | Sold | $155,000$151/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,539 +10.5% | $198,900 +5.6% |
| 2024 | $1,393 +2.7% | $188,300 |
| 2023 | $1,356 +9.1% | $188,300 |
| 2022 | $1,243 | $188,300 |
| 2021 | $1,243 +26.3% | $188,300 +33.7% |
| 2020 | $984 | $140,800 |
| 2019 | $984 | $140,800 |
| 2018 | $984 +2.9% | $140,800 +23.5% |
| 2017 | $956 | $114,000 |
| 2016 | $956 +12.7% | $114,000 |
| 2015 | $848 | $114,000 |
| 2014 | $848 | $114,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $114,000 -7.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $122,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $122,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $122,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $122,800 |
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Neighborhood: 28701
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- 8/10North Buncombe ElementaryGrades: PK-4Distance: 4.9 mi
- 9/10North Buncombe MiddleGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.5 mi
- 6/10North Buncombe HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 5.2 mi
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- North Carolina
- Buncombe County
- Alexander
- 28701
- 397 Fletcher Martin Rd