436 Vanderbilt Rd

Biltmore Forest, NC 28803

$8,700,000
Price
10
Beds
8,665 Sq. Ft.
$1,004 / Sq. Ft.
8,665
Sq. Ft.
$1,004
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

436 Vanderbilt: For the One Who Comes Next. Discover an exceptional property, a true masterpiece of Asheville history, steeped in legacy and refined elegance. Woven into the visionary planning of the 1923 Biltmore Forest community, 436 Vanderbilt Road carries the unmistakable prestige of its Vanderbilt lineage. This estate is the architectural heartbeat of that vision. It wasn't just built near the estate; it was carved from it. Passing from the George Cecil family, George Vanderbilt’s grandson,...436 Vanderbilt: For the One Who Comes Next. Discover an exceptional property, a true masterpiece of Asheville history, steeped in legacy and refined elegance. Woven into the visionary planning of the 1923 Biltmore Forest community, 436 Vanderbilt Road carries the unmistakable prestige of its Vanderbilt lineage. This estate is the architectural heartbeat of that vision. It wasn't just built near the estate; it was carved from it. Passing from the George Cecil family, George Vanderbilt’s grandson, to the Bell family, the property now awaits the next visionary family to call this 9-acre sanctuary home. For the first time in nearly 50 years, one of the most significant private landholdings in the Town of Biltmore Forest is emerging. Experience the epitome of sophistication in this one-of-a-kind estate, where timeless grandeur and architectural mastery unite. Built 1924-1927, this Charles Parker Tudor masterpiece was constructed by the very same craftsmen who worked on the Biltmore House. Spanning over 8,700 square feet of limestone, granite, and slate, the estate offers an ultra-private island of seclusion within this prestigious, highly coveted community, located just nine minutes from the Biltmore Estate entrance and fifteen minutes from Downtown Asheville. The gracious eight-bedroom, six-full-bath, and two-half-bath main residence reveals itself through impressively scaled rooms showcasing bespoke architectural details and original materials. From custom millwork to antique mantels and leaded glass windows, the home resonates with old-world character. Grand entertaining spaces unfold across the main level, where formal living and dining rooms balance intimacy with grandeur alongside a spacious kitchen designed with a granite island. The formal entry foyer opens into a conservatory that evokes an era of timeless elegance. The upper-level primary suite is a private sanctuary complete with a large dressing room, dedicated office, and a cozy fireplace. Five additional bedrooms and three full baths complete this level, providing abundant accommodations for family and guests. The top floor offers an additional two bedrooms, a full bath, and a versatile recreation room for play, retreat, or creative pursuits. Beyond the main residence, the estate extends its charm and functionality with structures that provide total flexibility for guests, staff, or a private office. A storybook guest cottage offers a complete living area, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen, and dedicated storage. Further flexibility is found above the detached garage, which houses an independent apartment complete with a full bathroom, bedroom/living area, and its own kitchen. Outdoors, the landscape offers an immersive natural buffer ensuring a profound sense of seclusion. A winding drive meanders through manicured gardens and mature trees, culminating in ultimate serenity. A sparkling pool and pool house, including dressing rooms and restroom facilities, invite summer gatherings. Expansive acreage stretches in every direction, nestled against dense forest and rolling hills, moments away from the fairways of the Biltmore Forest Country Club. The former equestrian facilities offer a blank canvas, perfectly suited for conversion into a premier Pickleball sports complex, an expansive collector car garage, or an array of bespoke amenities.
  1. Listed by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
    josh@walnutcoverealty.com

Property Details for 436 Vanderbilt Road

Architectural Style
Tudor
Parking Features
Circular Driveway, Detached Garage
Community Features
Playground, Street Lights
Subdivision Name
Biltmore Forest
LISTING UPDATED: 06/03/2026 02:45 PM

Property Details for 436 Vanderbilt Road

StatusActive
MLS #4383346
Days on Market1
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1924
Lot Size9.06 AC / 394,653 SF
CountyBuncombe County
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Building Information for 436 Vanderbilt Road

Stories-Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size9.06 AC / 394,653 SF

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$44,654 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$43,353

Property Taxes

$1,301

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 436 Vanderbilt Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -82.547265
  • Latitude: 35.528011
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • HOA Subject To Dues: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $2,848,400.00
  • Parcel Number: 9646-45-8925-00000
  • City Taxes Paid To: Biltmore Forest
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Valley Springs
  • High School: T.C. Roberson
  • Elementary School: William Estes
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: Yes
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Lot Information
  • Elevation: 2000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 7699.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Garage: 735
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 3440
  • Sq Ft Third: 1320
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 1292
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 1292
  • Sq Ft Upper: 2939
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 966.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 8665.0
  • Lot Features: Green Area, Level
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: No
  • 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: 0012
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 0012
  • Restrictions: Other - See Remarks
  • Restrictions Description: Town of Biltmore Forest ordinances
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Elevator
  • Construction Materials: Hard Stucco, Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Outdoor Pool
  • Pool Private YN: Yes
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Roof: Slate
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Greenhouse
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Levels: Two and a Half
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless
  • Heating: Ductless, Hot Water, Radiant
  • Interior Features: Attic Finished, Attic Stairs Fixed, Breakfast Bar, Elevator, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Door Features: French Doors
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Unfinished
  • Bedroom Basement: 0
  • Bedroom Main: 0
  • Bedroom Second LQ: 2
  • Bedroom Third: 2
  • Bedroom Upper: 6
  • Full Bath Basement: 0
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Second LQ: 2
  • Full Bath Third: 1
  • Full Bath Upper: 4
  • Half Bath Basement: 1
  • Half Bath Main: 1
  • Half Bath Second LQ: 0
  • Half Bath Third: 0
  • Half Bath Upper: 0
  • Second Living Quarters: Guest House, Upper Level Garage
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 2.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Upper

Property History for 436 Vanderbilt Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 2, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4383346

$8,700,000—
Dec 15, 2025

Expired

CANOPY #4132682

$9,750,000—
Jun 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4132682

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/02/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4383346

$8,700,000
12/15/2025

Expired

CANOPY #4132682

$9,750,000
06/04/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4132682

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

Public Records for 436 Vanderbilt Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$15,608 ($1,301 / month)
Home Facts
Baths7.5Total Finished SqFt7,800 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt7,800 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,229 SqFtStories3Lot Size394,654 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1924ZoningDEED DATE: 12CountyBUNCOMBEAPN9646-45-8925-00000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 436 Vanderbilt Road

This home is within Buncombe County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
William W Estes Elementary
Public - PK to 4
Koontz Intermediate School
Public - 5 to 6
Valley Springs Middle
Public - 5 to 8
T C Roberson High
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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More information about 436 Vanderbilt Road, Biltmore Forest, NC 28803

436 Vanderbilt Road is a single family home for sale in Biltmore Forest, NC 28803. This property was listed for sale on June 2, 2026 by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks, it's currently listed at $8,700,000. This listing's school district is Buncombe County Schools. Nearby schools include William W Estes Elementary, Koontz Intermediate School and Valley Springs Middle. 436 Vanderbilt Road is a 10-bed, 10-bath, 8,665 sqft single family home built in 1924.

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