A truly rare offering, this grand 1920s brick estate is available for the first time on the MLS. Rich in architectural character and set on stately grounds, this distinguished residence presents an exceptional opportunity to restore and personalize a home of remarkable substance and enduring elegance. With 9-foot ceilings on the main level and over 2400 sf of finished space, and a 1,400 sf basement, the home offers a scale and presence seldom found today. The flexible floor plan includes five bedrooms and three full baths, with a main-level office or bedroom providing versatile living options. Original details remain beautifully preserved throughout, including solid oak doors, unpainted wood trim, original brass hardware, and hardwood floors resting beneath the existing carpet. The craftsmanship, materials, and attention to detail reflect an era when homes were built to last for generations. Topped with a slate roof known for exceptional elegance and longevity. The expansive grounds create a commanding setting, while the 700 sf detached garage offers endless possibilities as a workshop, studio, or hobby room. Beneath the home, the substantial basement provides exceptional storage and future expansion potential. Located within walking distance of vibrant West Asheville and just minutes from downtown Asheville, with Malvern Hills Park nearby, the property combines historic grandeur with one of the area's most desirable lifestyles. Opportunities of this caliber are increasingly rare. Whole-house HVAC quote already in hand; most other work believed to be cosmetic, leaving mostly design and decoration to be executed. For the discerning buyer with vision, this is a chance to steward a landmark-quality residence and transform it into a showpiece estate. With exceptional bones, irreplaceable architectural details, and significant upside potential, this historic treasure awaits its next chapter.
Under contract-show
$798,000
88 Bear Creek Rd, Asheville, NC 28806
5beds
2,889sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
0.66 Acres Lot
$760,900 Zestimate®
$276/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Solid oak doorsHardwood floorsMain-level office or bedroomUnpainted wood trimFive bedroomsStately groundsOriginal brass hardware
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- 3,070 |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Aviva Pitt Aviva@townandmountain.com,
Town and Mountain Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4373598
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bonus room
- Level: Upper
Den
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Basement Shop,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Full,Interior Entry,Storage Space,Unfinished
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,889
- Total interior livable area: 2,889 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,889
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Parking Space(s), RV Access/Parking, Garage on Main Level
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch, Side Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.66 Acres
- Features: Level, Open Lot, Private, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 962862068100000
- Zoning: RS4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick Full
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Malvern Hills
Location
- Region: Asheville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $276/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $457,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,030
- Date on market: 6/15/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 22 days
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
$760,900
$723,000 - $799,000
$3,454/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $798,000+159500%$276/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 12/23/2009 | Sold | $500 |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,030 +6.3% | $457,900 |
| 2024 | $4,731 +2.6% | $457,900 |
| 2023 | $4,612 +1% | $457,900 |
| 2022 | $4,566 | $457,900 |
| 2021 | $4,566 +15.8% | $457,900 +25.2% |
| 2020 | $3,942 | $365,700 |
| 2019 | $3,942 | $365,700 |
| 2018 | $3,942 +27.9% | $365,700 +45.8% |
| 2017 | $3,082 -22.5% | $250,800 |
| 2016 | $3,978 +29.1% | $250,800 |
| 2015 | $3,082 +1.2% | $250,800 |
| 2014 | $3,045 | $250,800 |
| 2013 | -- | $250,800 -8.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $274,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $274,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $274,800 +2.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $268,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $268,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $268,200 +21.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $221,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $221,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $221,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $221,200 +39.7% |
| 2001 | -- | $158,300 |
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28806
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Vance ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Asheville MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 6/10Asheville HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 3.3 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
- 28806
- 88 Bear Creek Rd






