Ideally located between Black Mountain and Asheville, this mountain home offers the perfect balance of small-town charm and vibrant city access in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Enjoy peaceful mountain living just minutes from downtown Black Mountain’s shops, restaurants, and community events, and a short drive to Asheville’s award-winning dining, thriving arts scene, and endless outdoor recreation.
Discover modern, sustainable living in this newly constructed 2025 home by Rare Earth Builders. Thoughtfully designed for energy efficiency and natural light, the open-concept floor plan features a bright living area filled with sunshine and a stylish, functional kitchen ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Set on a private 2-acre lot, the elevated design offers covered storage below and a spacious deck with sweeping mountain views—perfect for enjoying Western North Carolina’s beauty year-round.
Built as an ENERGY STAR Certified Home, this home delivers exceptional performance, lower utility costs, and eco-conscious comfort. Whether you're searching for a sustainable home near Asheville NC, a mountain retreat near Black Mountain, or a high-demand investment property in Western North Carolina, this property checks every box.
With easy access to hiking, waterfalls, and the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway, this location is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a healthy, nature-connected lifestyle.
Experience the best of both worlds—private, serene mountain surroundings with quick access to Asheville and Black Mountain amenities. A rare opportunity to own a new construction, energy-efficient home in one of the most desirable areas of Western North Carolina.
Under contract-show
Price cut: $15K (5/27)
$385,000
96 Old Cove Rd, Black Mountain, NC 28711
1beds
600sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2025
2 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$642/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private serene mountain surroundingsOpen-concept floor planElevated designStylish functional kitchenCovered storage below
- 64 days |
- 425 |
- 16 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mary Love mary@lovethegreen.org,
Love The Green Real Estate Consulting Firm,
Mary Noble Braden,
Noble & Company Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4373127
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless, Electric
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Utility Room, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Basement: Storage Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 600
- Total interior livable area: 600 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 600
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached Carport, Driveway
- Carport spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Year Round
Lot
- Size: 2 Acres
- Features: Private, Wooded, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 071110814200000
- Zoning: RES LOW DENSITY
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: Yes
- Year built: 2025
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulation
- Construction elements: Advanced Framing, Low VOC Coatings
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: none
Location
- Region: Black Mountain
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $642/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $238,900
- Date on market: 5/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 64 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Price change | $385,000-3.8%$642/sqft |
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| 5/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000$667/sqft |
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Public tax history
Tax history is unavailable.
Monthly payment
Est. payment$--/mo
Payment breakdown
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28711
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Black Mountain ElementaryGrades: 4-5Distance: 2.5 mi
- 5/10Charles D Owen MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 8/10Charles D Owen HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 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
- 96 Old Cove Rd





