51 Rice Branch Rd

2,974 Sq. Ft.
$1,177 / Sq. Ft.
2,974
Sq. Ft.
$1,177
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Completely Remodeled Ranch Home on 15.24 acres in Desirable Asheville, NC. Welcome to your dream retreat! This beautifully updated one-story ranch home is nestled on a sprawling 15-acre lot, offering unmatched privacy and the potential for development. Whether you're looking for a peaceful compound or an investment opportunity, this property delivers both. This stunning, fully remodeled one-story ranch home offers modern comfort and style at every turn. No steps throughout the entire footprint make...Completely Remodeled Ranch Home on 15.24 acres in Desirable Asheville, NC. Welcome to your dream retreat! This beautifully updated one-story ranch home is nestled on a sprawling 15-acre lot, offering unmatched privacy and the potential for development. Whether you're looking for a peaceful compound or an investment opportunity, this property delivers both. This stunning, fully remodeled one-story ranch home offers modern comfort and style at every turn. No steps throughout the entire footprint make it ideal for easy living, while beautiful hardwood floors extend through all the living spaces, enhancing the warmth and charm. The thoughtful redesign has brought new life to every room—all new bathrooms, kitchen, family room, and living areas. The split bedroom floor plan ensures privacy, with 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 full baths on one side, and an expansive primary bedroom retreat with its own private bath on the other. Gourmet kitchen featuring a massive island with seating for 6, a hidden walk-in pantry, and plenty of space for meal prep and entertaining. Open-concept living with bright, airy family and living rooms perfect for relaxation and gatherings. Walk-in laundry room for added convenience. City water and sewer services for added peace of mind. Partially fenced yard offering a private, tranquil outdoor space. Oversized 2-car garage with ample storage. Enjoy outdoor living on the open decks, perfect for enjoying Asheville's vibrant seasons. This home truly has it all, in one of the most sought-after areas in Asheville. Don’t miss your chance to see it for yourself! 15 Acres of Possibilities – Whether you're looking to keep this stunning home as your private retreat or develop the land, the possibilities are endless. See MLS
attachments for the proposal which outlines potential development options, or you can maintain the serene privacy of your own mini-compound. Owner financing possible with the right terms. See MLS#4317623 for acreage only.
  1. Listed by Nancy Oberlies • Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks • nancy.oberlies@howardhannatate.com

Property Details for 51 Rice Branch Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
Parking Features
Attached Garage
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 11/05/2025 08:58 AM

Property Details for 51 Rice Branch Road

StatusActive
MLS #4315765
Days on Market94
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1962
Lot Size15.24 AC / 663,854 SF
CountyBuncombe County

Location

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Building Information for 51 Rice Branch Road

Stories-Year Built1962Building Size-Lot Size15.24 AC / 663,854 SF

Payment Calculator

$17,768 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$17,058

Property Taxes

$710

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 51 Rice Branch Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -82.52212
  • Zoning: RS4
  • Latitude: 35.63833
  • Directions: Merrimon Avenue north to right onto Beaverdam Road to right onto Rice Branch Road to right onto Donna Lynn. Continue thru the gate to the end of the road.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $775,900.00
  • Parcel Number: 9750355899
  • City Taxes Paid To: Asheville
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Asheville
  • High School: Asheville
  • Elementary School: Asheville City
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: Yes
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2974.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 2974
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 634
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 634
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 2974.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Private, Sloped, Wooded
  • 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: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Additional Parcels Description: PIN # 9750462070
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 234-106 &
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Construction Materials: Brick Full
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Exhaust Hood, Microwave
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Sink
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bedroom Main: 4
  • Full Bath Main: 3
  • Half Bath Main: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 7.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 51 Rice Branch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 31, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4317623

$1,500,000
Oct 25, 2025

Withdrawn

CANOPY #4316109

$1,500,000
Oct 25, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4316109

$1,500,000
Oct 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4315765

$3,500,000
Oct 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4316109

$1,500,000
May 26, 2023

Closed

CANOPY #3908582

$875,000
May 18, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1511537283

$875,000
Jan 9, 2023

Price Change

CANOPY #3908582

$1,095,000
Oct 6, 2022

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3908582

$1,195,000
Aug 26, 2022

Withdrawn

CANOPY #3874142

$1,500,000
Aug 26, 2022

Withdrawn

CANOPY #3863648

$1,500,000
Jun 17, 2022

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3874142

$1,800,000
May 27, 2022

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3863648

$1,800,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/31/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4317623

$1,500,000
10/25/2025

Withdrawn

CANOPY #4316109

$1,500,000
10/25/2025

Temporarily Off Market

CANOPY #4316109

$1,500,000
10/24/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4315765

$3,500,000
10/24/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4316109

$1,500,000
05/26/2023

Closed

CANOPY #3908582

$875,000
05/18/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1511537283

$875,000
01/09/2023

Price Change

CANOPY #3908582

$1,095,000
10/06/2022

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3908582

$1,195,000
08/26/2022

Withdrawn

CANOPY #3874142

$1,500,000
08/26/2022

Withdrawn

CANOPY #3863648

$1,500,000
06/17/2022

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3874142

$1,800,000
05/27/2022

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3863648

$1,800,000

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Public Records for 51 Rice Branch Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$8,523 ($710 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,935 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,935 SqFtLot Size623,344 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1963ZoningDEED DATE: 20CountyBUNCOMBEAPN9750-35-5899-00000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 51 Rice Branch Road

This home is within Asheville City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Isaac Dickson Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Hall Fletcher Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Vance Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Ira B Jones Elementary
PublicPK to 5

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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51 Rice Branch Road is a single family home for sale in Asheville, NC 28804. This property was listed for sale on October 24, 2025 by Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks, it's currently listed at $3,500,000. It has been on the market for a total of 94 days and was last sold on May 26, 2023. This listing's school district is Asheville City School District. Nearby schools include Isaac Dickson Elementary, Hall Fletcher Elementary and Vance Elementary. 51 Rice Branch Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,974 sqft single family home built in 1962.

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