Beautiful Richard Sharp Smith-designed home on an oversized Montford lot, thoughtfully updated while preserving historic character. Features include new kitchen appliances, mini-splits, custom lighting, a renovated primary suite with walk-in shower, crown molding, and more—too many upgrades to list. Lower-level guest suite offers French doors, beverage area, and flexible living space. Outside, enjoy an impeccably designed garden—featured on the 2025 Montford Garden Tour—plus a new deck, privacy fence, and restored exterior. Located in Montford, one of Asheville’s most sought-after neighborhoods, known for its inclusivity, walkability, and wonderful neighbors.
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$1,100,000
44 Watauga St, Asheville, NC 28801
3beds
2,436sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1909
0.3 Acres Lot
$1,080,800 Zestimate®
$452/sqft
$3,701 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,080,800
$994,000 - $1.18M
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Privacy fenceNew deckCrown moldingFlexible living spaceBeverage areaOversized montford lotFrench doors
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Listing Provided by:
Millie Farmer 828-215-5543,
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Bought with:
Clay Arnold
GreyBeard Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4303924
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless, Heat Pump, Other
Cooling
- Ductless, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Other
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Other - See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,937
- Total interior livable area: 2,436 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,937
- Finished area below ground: 499
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 963994333000000
- Zoning: RM8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1909
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Subdivision: Montford
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | Sold | $1,100,000$452/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4303924 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2025 | Pending sale | $1,100,000$452/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4303924 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,100,000+64.2%$452/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4303924 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 12/14/2020 | Sold | $670,000-3.6%$275/sqft |
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| 10/15/2020 | Pending sale | $695,000$285/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2020 | Listed for sale | $695,000+74%$285/sqft |
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| 1/15/2011 | Listing removed | $399,500+12.5%$164/sqft |
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| 10/7/2010 | Sold | $355,000-11.1%$146/sqft |
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| 8/17/2010 | Price change | $399,500-6.9%$164/sqft |
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| 7/27/2010 | Listed for sale | $429,000-12.3%$176/sqft |
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| 9/10/2008 | Listing removed | $489,000$201/sqft |
Source: Preferred Properties of Asheville #396912 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2008 | Price change | $489,000-6.9%$201/sqft |
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| 6/1/2008 | Listed for sale | $525,000+43.1%$216/sqft |
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| 12/1/2004 | Sold | $367,000+66.8%$151/sqft |
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| 5/17/2002 | Sold | $220,000$90/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,703 +6.3% | $610,200 |
| 2024 | $6,304 +2.6% | $610,200 |
| 2023 | $6,146 +1% | $610,200 |
| 2022 | $6,085 +3.3% | $610,200 +3.3% |
| 2021 | $5,890 +21.9% | $590,700 +31.7% |
| 2020 | $4,833 | $448,400 |
| 2019 | $4,833 | $448,400 |
| 2018 | $4,833 | $448,400 +41% |
| 2017 | $4,833 -0.9% | $318,100 |
| 2016 | $4,878 +24.8% | $318,100 |
| 2015 | $3,909 +1.2% | $318,100 |
| 2014 | $3,862 | $318,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $318,100 -14.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $373,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $373,900 +3.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $360,100 |
| 2009 | -- | $360,100 |
| 2007 | -- | $360,100 |
| 2006 | -- | $360,100 +101.7% |
| 2005 | -- | $178,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $178,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $178,500 +67.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $106,700 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28801
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Isaac Dickson ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Asheville MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10Asheville HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 2.4 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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- North Carolina
- Buncombe County
- Asheville
- 28801
- 44 Watauga St
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