Located in the Malvern Hills neighborhood of West Asheville, this charming, move-in-ready home blends modern updates with timeless character. Enjoy light-filled, spacious interiors perfect for living and entertaining. At the heart of the home, a generously sized eat-in kitchen boasts a breakfast bar, quartz countertops, modern lighting, pantry cabinets, and opens to both the dining room and back deck. The main-level primary bedroom provides convenience, while the sunroom offers a versatile space for an office or playroom. Upstairs features two bedrooms and a full bathroom. Cozy up the to gas fireplace in the large living room or relax on the oversized wraparound deck overlooking the fenced-in backyard. Meticulously maintained with a brand-new architectural shingle roof and gutters. A fantastic opportunity in a prime location — just half a mile to Malvern Hills Park and only minutes to downtown Asheville.
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$600,000
81 Bear Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
3beds
1,720sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
0.22 Acres Lot
$575,800 Zestimate®
$349/sqft
$2,421 Estimated rent
Home value
$575,800
$524,000 - $628,000
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Gas fireplaceModern lightingOversized wraparound deckBreakfast barFenced-in backyardBrand-new architectural shingle roofMain-level primary bedroom
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Listing Provided by:
Kathleen Cook kathleen@mymosaicrealty.com,
Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty
Bought with:
Millie Farmer
Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4253442
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Open Floorplan
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Kitchen Island, Storage
- Level: Main
Sunroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Storage
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Full,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,720
- Total interior livable area: 1,720 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,720
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 0.22 Acres
- Features: Level, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 962862275000000
- Zoning: RS4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Partial, Vinyl
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Wired Internet Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Subdivision: Malvern Hills
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2025 | Sold | $600,000+2.6%$349/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253442 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $585,000+51%$340/sqft |
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| 7/11/2018 | Sold | $387,500-2.9%$225/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3395343 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2018 | Pending sale | $399,000$232/sqft |
Source: Rinehart Realty Corporation #3395343 Report a problem | ||
| 5/24/2018 | Listed for sale | $399,000+121.7%$232/sqft |
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| 9/8/2015 | Sold | $180,000-1.6%$105/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NCM578474 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2015 | Pending sale | $183,000$106/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Mountain Realty #578474 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2015 | Listed for sale | $183,000$106/sqft |
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| 7/14/2015 | Pending sale | $183,000+5.5%$106/sqft |
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| 1/12/2015 | Sold | $173,414+5.1%$101/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/16/2014 | Listing removed | $165,000$96/sqft |
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| 3/17/2014 | Pending sale | $165,000$96/sqft |
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| 2/17/2014 | Price change | $165,000-10.8%$96/sqft |
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| 1/17/2014 | Price change | $185,000-7%$108/sqft |
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| 12/21/2013 | Price change | $199,000-2.9%$116/sqft |
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| 10/30/2013 | Price change | $205,000-8.9%$119/sqft |
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| 8/29/2013 | Listed for sale | $225,000$131/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,174 +6.3% | $380,000 |
| 2024 | $3,926 +2.6% | $380,000 |
| 2023 | $3,827 +1% | $380,000 |
| 2022 | $3,789 | $380,000 |
| 2021 | $3,789 +15% | $380,000 +24.3% |
| 2020 | $3,296 | $305,800 |
| 2019 | $3,296 | $305,800 |
| 2018 | $3,296 +44.6% | $305,800 +64.9% |
| 2017 | $2,280 -31.5% | $185,500 |
| 2016 | $3,327 +45.9% | $185,500 +32.4% |
| 2015 | $2,280 +34% | $140,100 |
| 2014 | $1,701 | $140,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $140,100 -4.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $146,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $146,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $146,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $146,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $146,600 |
| 2006 | -- | $146,600 +29.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $113,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $113,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $113,300 |
| 2002 | -- | $113,300 +40.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $80,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28806
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Vance ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Asheville MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 6/10Asheville HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Lucy S. Herring
- 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
- 28806
- 81 Bear Creek Rd
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