The charming Red Cottage is available after under going recent updates. This iconic property is perfectly situated half-way between downtown Black Mountain and the extraordinary hiking trails in Montreat.
Exterior features include a large corner lot that is level and gets outstanding sunlight - perfect for gardeners! There is a classic white picket fence as well as a privacy fence in the back yard. The covered front porch offers long range mountain views and beautiful morning sunrises. Lot size offers excellent opportunities to add on or perhaps subdivide.
Interior features include an open kitchen with drop SS down hood, quartz counter tops, hardwood floors, classic molding and trim, French door leading to the primary bedroom, flex room that was previously used as a den/reading area and two full bathrooms.
Current updates include new appliances, lighting, vanity, door hardware, window treatments, storage shed, electrical and plumbing. Other recent updates include new HVAC, water heater, roof, refinished floors and paint inside and out.
Seller will consider a one year lease option.
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$509,000
829 Montreat Rd, Black Mountain, NC 28711
2beds
1,128sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
0.25 Acres Lot
$500,400 Zestimate®
$451/sqft
$2,360 Estimated rent
Home value
$500,400
$475,000 - $525,000
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Listing updated:
Listing Provided by:
John Allen john@greybeardrealty.com,
GreyBeard Realty
Bought with:
David Begley
GreyBeard Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4338742
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Open Floorplan
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining area
- Level: Main
Flex space
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Attic Fan, Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Hall, Inside, Washer Hookup
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan, Pantry
- Doors: French Doors, Pocket Doors
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Storage Space,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Fireplace features: Fire Pit, Outside
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,128
- Total interior livable area: 1,128 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,128
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Side Porch
- Exterior features: Other - See Remarks
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Front Yard,Full,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 72 x 149
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 071030445400000
- Zoning: UR-8
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Arts and Crafts
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar Shake, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Pillar/Post/Pier, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Wired Internet Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Black Mountain
- Subdivision: RO Alexander
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2026 | Listing removed | $2,275$2/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Price change | $2,275-7.1%$2/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listed for rent | $2,450$2/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Sold | $509,000-1.9%$451/sqft |
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| 3/25/2026 | Pending sale | $519,000$460/sqft |
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| 1/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $519,000+3.8%$460/sqft |
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| 10/3/2025 | Sold | $500,000+3.1%$443/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4294348 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $485,000+190.4%$430/sqft |
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| 9/10/2013 | Sold | $167,000-1.7%$148/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #NCM544641 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2013 | Listed for sale | $169,900-10.1%$151/sqft |
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| 7/24/2010 | Listing removed | $189,000$168/sqft |
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| 4/7/2010 | Price change | $189,000-5%$168/sqft |
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| 12/19/2009 | Listed for sale | $199,000+27.6%$176/sqft |
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| 8/3/2005 | Sold | $156,000+48.6%$138/sqft |
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| 2/10/1999 | Sold | $105,000+32.9%$93/sqft |
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| 7/29/1998 | Sold | $79,000$70/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,006 -48.6% | $116,000 -50.3% |
| 2024 | $1,956 +2.4% | $233,300 |
| 2023 | $1,911 +3.1% | $233,300 |
| 2022 | $1,852 | $233,300 |
| 2021 | $1,852 +0.4% | $233,300 +8.9% |
| 2020 | $1,845 | $214,200 |
| 2019 | $1,845 | $214,200 |
| 2018 | $1,845 | $214,200 +38.1% |
| 2017 | $1,845 -1.1% | $155,100 |
| 2016 | $1,867 +22.9% | $155,100 |
| 2015 | $1,518 | $155,100 |
| 2014 | $1,518 | $155,100 +3.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $149,700 -5.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $157,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $157,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $157,800 |
| 2009 | -- | $157,800 |
| 2007 | -- | $157,800 |
| 2006 | -- | $157,800 +76.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $89,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $89,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $89,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $89,400 +40.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $63,600 |
| 2000 | -- | $63,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28711
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Black Mountain PrimaryGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Charles D Owen MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 8/10Charles D Owen HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Black Mountain
- Middle: Charles D Owen
- High: Charles D Owen
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
- Black Mountain
- 28711
- 829 Montreat Rd
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