Discover refined mountain living just minutes from Asheville in this private 2.74-acre gated estate with sweeping views and a tranquil setting. This updated home features engineered white oak floors, smart lighting, new Pella windows and doors, and a gas fireplace in the sunlit living room. The quartz-topped kitchen boasts new Samsung smart appliances, an induction range, and a walk-in pantry. Upstairs offers three bedrooms, a bonus room, and a third-floor flex space with a mini-split. Enjoy outdoor living with a mineral pool, new filter and pump, raised gardens, and a playground. The unfinished basement with garage offers expansion potential. Major upgrades include Lennox and Trane HVAC, Navien tankless water heater, whole-house Halo water filter, and maintenance plans in place. Security is top-tier with Ring and CPI systems. With natural gas, city water, and thoughtful enhancements throughout, this elegant retreat blends peace, privacy, and modern convenience.
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$1,250,000
55 Foster Estate Dr, Asheville, NC 28806
3beds
3,367sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1991
2.74 Acres Lot
$1,200,000 Zestimate®
$371/sqft
$4,210 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,200,000
$1.09M - $1.31M
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Gas fireplaceMineral poolSmart lightingRaised gardensEngineered white oak floorsInduction rangeSweeping views
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Listed by:
Alec Cantley 828-989-4487,
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Bought with:
Greg Palombi
The Real Estate Center
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4264382
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Basement
- Level: Basement
Other
- Level: Third
Breakfast
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Study
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Ductless, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Exhaust Hood, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Kitchen Island, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Unfinished
- Attic: Walk-In
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,982
- Total interior livable area: 3,367 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,367
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Details: 2-Car main level garage, 1-car basement garage
Features
- Levels: Two and a Half
- Stories: 2.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Year Round
Lot
- Size: 2.74 Acres
- Features: Green Area, Level, Wooded, Views
Living quarters
- Secondary features: None
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 971094540100000
- Zoning: OU
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Wood
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: Foster Estates
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $500 annually
- HOA name: Will Murphy
- HOA phone: 828-545-2232
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $371/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $645,300
- Annual tax amount: $4,495
- Date on market: 5/30/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 21 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2025 | Sold | $1,250,000-3.8%$371/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4264382 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2025 | Pending sale | $1,300,000$386/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4264382 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,300,000+106.3%$386/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4264382 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2017 | Sold | $630,000-2.9%$187/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3227675 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2017 | Pending sale | $649,000$193/sqft |
Source: KB Properties #3227675 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2017 | Price change | $649,000-3.9%$193/sqft |
Source: KB Properties #3227675 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2017 | Price change | $675,000-3.4%$200/sqft |
Source: KB Properties #3227675 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2016 | Listed for sale | $699,000$208/sqft |
Source: KB Properties #3227675 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2016 | Pending sale | $699,000$208/sqft |
Source: KB Properties #3227675 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2016 | Listed for sale | $699,000+43.2%$208/sqft |
Source: KB Properties #3227675 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2014 | Sold | $488,000-2.4%$145/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NCM560788 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2014 | Listed for sale | $499,900$148/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks & Associates #560788 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,495 +6.7% | $645,300 |
| 2024 | $4,211 +0.8% | $645,300 -2.3% |
| 2023 | $4,180 +1.6% | $660,300 |
| 2022 | $4,114 | $660,300 |
| 2021 | $4,114 +5.6% | $660,300 +13.4% |
| 2020 | $3,895 | $582,200 |
| 2019 | $3,895 | $582,200 |
| 2018 | $3,895 +1.5% | $582,200 +53.8% |
| 2017 | $3,837 +20.9% | $378,500 |
| 2016 | $3,172 +15.8% | $378,500 |
| 2015 | $2,740 +2.8% | $378,500 |
| 2014 | $2,665 | $378,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $378,500 -6.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $404,800 0% |
| 2011 | -- | $404,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $404,900 |
| 2009 | -- | $404,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $404,900 |
| 2006 | -- | $404,900 +31.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $307,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $307,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $307,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $307,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28806
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10West Buncombe ElementaryGrades: K-4Distance: 1.3 mi
- 6/10Clyde A Erwin Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 2/10Clyde A Erwin HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: West Buncombe/Eblen
- Middle: Clyde A Erwin
- High: Clyde A Erwin
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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