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5 beds5,650 sqft$876/sqft
17 Amherst Rd, Biltmore Forest, NC 28803
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Single FamilyProperty Type
1.5 acresLot Size
1968Year Built
$876/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nestled on 1.5 private, landscaped acres along the 6th fairway of the prestigious Biltmore Forest Country
Club, 17 Amherst Rd is a classic home that is designed for easy living and entertaining. Originally built
in 1968, this 5,650 sq ft home has been thoughtfully expanded and remodeled by Griffin Architects,
showcasing extraordinary Arts & Crafts craftsmanship with custom Cherry and Maple millwork throughout. The
main level welcomes you with a beautiful front entry foyer, light-filled living and dining
...Nestled on 1.5 private, landscaped acres along the 6th fairway of the prestigious Biltmore Forest Country
Club, 17 Amherst Rd is a classic home that is designed for easy living and entertaining. Originally built
in 1968, this 5,650 sq ft home has been thoughtfully expanded and remodeled by Griffin Architects,
showcasing extraordinary Arts & Crafts craftsmanship with custom Cherry and Maple millwork throughout. The
main level welcomes you with a beautiful front entry foyer, light-filled living and dining spaces
overlooking the golf course, a chef's kitchen, family room, wet bar, and a large study/den with full bath. The primary suite is a private sanctuary featuring golf course views, a sitting/office area, dual walk-in
closets, a spa wet room with an oversized shower and soaking tub, a private golf-view porch, and a spiral
staircase leading to the lower level. Downstairs offers a second spacious primary suite, two additional
bedrooms, a gym/multipurpose space, a landing study/sitting area, and abundant storage. Outdoor living
shines with flagstone terraces, a fire pit, play areas, and a serene pond with a cascading waterfall. Designed for all seasons, the grounds feature mature plantings, landscape lighting, a concrete drive with
extra parking, and a deep two-car garage. Situated right on the golf course in historic Biltmore Forest,
this rare offering pairs unmatched privacy with an unbeatable neighborhood location.
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  • Listed by: • Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park hope.byrd@allentate.com
  • Listed by: • Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park
Last updated: 09/14/2026 04:20 PM • Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 4424606

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Property Information for 17 Amherst Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Arts and Crafts
  • View: Golf Course
  • Parking Features: Driveway
  • Subdivision Name: Biltmore Forest
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Lot Size: 1.50 AC / 65,340 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -82.530516
  • Latitude: 35.534299
  • Directions: From Pack Square in downtown Asheville, head south on Biltmore Avenue toward Patton Avenue/Eagle Street. Follow Biltmore Avenue out of downtown. As you pass through historic Biltmore Village, the street transitions into US-25 South / Hendersonville Road. Drive approximately 1.5–2 miles south on Hendersonville Road, then turn right onto Browntown Road. Follow Browntown Road into the neighborhood, then turn left onto Amherst Road. Continue along Amherst Road; the property will be on your right.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,219,400.00
  • Parcel Number: 9646-98-8066-00000
  • City Taxes Paid To: Biltmore Forest
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Valley Springs
  • High School: T.C. Roberson
  • Elementary School: Estes/Koontz
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 2000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3598.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2052.0
  • Sq Ft Garage: 722
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 3598
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 203
  • Sq Ft Unheated Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 203
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 5650.0
  • Lot Features: On Golf Course, Private, Rolling Slope, Views, Other - See Remarks
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Book Slide: 0028-0082
  • Proposed Special Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement, Stone, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Terrace
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Warming Drawer, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator, Other
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Hot Water, Radiant Floor, Other - See Remarks
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Slate, Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Storage Space
  • Bedroom Basement: 3
  • Bedroom Main: 2
  • Full Bath Basement: 2
  • Full Bath Main: 3
  • Half Bath Basement: 0
  • Half Bath Main: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 10.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Office
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 8
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 9
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 10
  • Room Types: Flex Space
  • Room Level: Basement

Property History for 17 Amherst Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4424606

$4,950,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/14/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4424606

$4,950,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 17 Amherst Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$6,665 ($555 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths5Total Finished SqFt4,139 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,951 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,188 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt488 SqFtStories1Lot Size65,340 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968ZoningDEED DATE: 11CountyBUNCOMBEAPN9646-98-8066-00000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 17 Amherst Road

This home is within Buncombe County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
William W Estes Elementary
PublicPK to 4

Koontz Intermediate School
Public5 to 6

Valley Springs Middle
Public5 to 8

T C Roberson High
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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17 Amherst Road is a single family home for sale in Biltmore Forest, NC 28803. This property was listed for sale on September 14, 2026 by Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park, it's currently listed at $4,950,000. This listing's school district is Buncombe County Schools. Nearby schools include William W Estes Elementary, Koontz Intermediate School and Valley Springs Middle. 17 Amherst Road is a 5-bed, 5-bath, 5,650 sqft single family home built in 1968.

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