426 Vanderbilt Rd

4,742 Sq. Ft.
$295 / Sq. Ft.
4,742
Sq. Ft.
$295
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A rare offering on four serene acres in the heart of Biltmore Forest, this classic stone ranch presents an exceptional balance of timeless architecture, generous scale and remarkable potential. Set among mature trees, the home offers enduring construction and a gracious layout ready to be restored, reimagined or transformed into a legacy estate. An expansive front porch welcomes you into sunlit interiors with three bedrooms and three and a half baths, defined by warm natural materials and views of...A rare offering on four serene acres in the heart of Biltmore Forest, this classic stone ranch presents an exceptional balance of timeless architecture, generous scale and remarkable potential. Set among mature trees, the home offers enduring construction and a gracious layout ready to be restored, reimagined or transformed into a legacy estate. An expansive front porch welcomes you into sunlit interiors with three bedrooms and three and a half baths, defined by warm natural materials and views of the surrounding woodland. The lower level features a finished second living area with kitchen, bath and separate entrance, ideal for guests, multigenerational living or a private office. Spacious rooms and flexible spaces provide a strong foundation for renovation or expansion. Outdoors, the wooded acreage offers rare in-town privacy just minutes from Biltmore Village and downtown Asheville. Whether thoughtfully restored or boldly redesigned, this property is an extraordinary opportunity to create something special in one of North Carolina’s sought-after communities.
  1. Listed by Marilyn Wright • Premier Sotheby’s International Realty
    P: (828)-279-3980 C: (828)-279-3980 ashevillerealtormwright@gmail.com

Property Details for 426 Vanderbilt Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
View
Winter
Parking Features
Attached Garage
Subdivision Name
Biltmore Forest
LISTING UPDATED: 03/06/2026 11:32 AM

Property Details for 426 Vanderbilt Road

StatusClosed
MLS #4255480
Days on Market181
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1960
Lot Size4.04 AC / 175,982 SF
CountyBuncombe County

Location

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Building Information for 426 Vanderbilt Road

Stories-Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size4.04 AC / 175,982 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,558 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,045

Property Taxes

$513

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 426 Vanderbilt Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -82.545944
  • Latitude: 35.526086
  • Directions: From Hendersonville Road, turn right onto Busbee Road, go 0.2 miles. Turn left onto Vanderbilt Road, go 0.2 miles, slight right to stay on Vanderbilt Road, home is on the left.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • HOA Subject To Dues: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,343,700.00
  • Parcel Number: 9646-55-1252-00000
  • 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: 3398.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Garage: 599
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 3398
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 1323
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 1323
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 1344.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 4742.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 46
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Book Slide: 29
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 147
  • Restrictions: Architectural Review, Building
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Partial
  • Construction Materials: Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Rear Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Roof: Fiberglass
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level, Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Apartment, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Full Bath Main: 2
  • Full Bath Second LQ: 1
  • Half Bath Main: 1
  • Second Living Quarters: Interior Connected, Separate Entrance, Separate Kitchen Facilities
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 15.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Den
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Types: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 10
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Half
  • Room Level: Main
Room 11
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
Room 12
  • Room Types: Breakfast
  • Room Level: Main
Room 13
  • Room Types: 2nd Living Quarters
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 14
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 15
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Basement
Rental
Rent Information
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)

Property History for 426 Vanderbilt Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 5, 2026

Closed

CANOPY #4255480

$1,399,000
Mar 2, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1930536312

$1,399,000
Feb 24, 2026

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #4255480

Feb 3, 2026

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4255480

Oct 20, 2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4255480

$1,750,000
Aug 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4255480

$1,900,000
Apr 14, 2016

Withdrawn

CANOPY #583428

$1,295,000
May 4, 2015

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #583428

$1,295,000
Nov 29, 2012

Withdrawn

CANOPY #516553

$1,695,000
Apr 11, 2012

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #516553

$1,695,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/05/2026

Closed

CANOPY #4255480

$1,399,000
03/02/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1930536312

$1,399,000
02/24/2026

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #4255480

02/03/2026

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4255480

10/20/2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4255480

$1,750,000
08/06/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4255480

$1,900,000
04/14/2016

Withdrawn

CANOPY #583428

$1,295,000
05/04/2015

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #583428

$1,295,000
11/29/2012

Withdrawn

CANOPY #516553

$1,695,000
04/11/2012

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #516553

$1,695,000

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Public Records for 426 Vanderbilt Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$6,161 ($513 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt6,062 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,362 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt2,700 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt672 SqFtStories1Lot Size175,982 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960ZoningDEED DATE: 20CountyBUNCOMBEAPN9646-55-1252-00000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 426 Vanderbilt 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

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