686 New Haw Creek Rd

Asheville, NC 28805

$750,000
Price
4
Beds
2,162 Sq. Ft.
$347 / Sq. Ft.
2,162
Sq. Ft.
$347
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

This enchanting East Asheville cottage, originally designed by renowned Architect Douglas Ellington for his mother, combines historical charm, income potential, and a prime location just minutes from downtown Asheville. Recently enhanced with a new metal roof and gas range, the home beautifully blends local history with modern upgrades. Situated on a private .84-acre double lot, the cedar-sided cottage features abundant perennial gardens. Its charming interior includes a cozy living room with a fireplace...This enchanting East Asheville cottage, originally designed by renowned Architect Douglas Ellington for his mother, combines historical charm, income potential, and a prime location just minutes from downtown Asheville. Recently enhanced with a new metal roof and gas range, the home beautifully blends local history with modern upgrades. Situated on a private .84-acre double lot, the cedar-sided cottage features abundant perennial gardens. Its charming interior includes a cozy living room with a fireplace and a bright, sunny family room surrounded by trees and ample windows. A downstairs guest suite, complete with a private entrance, offers an extra bedroom and bath. Possibilities abound with an updated garage apartment (2018) & potential to subdivide.
  1. Listed by Glenn Haden • Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown
    P: (828)-329-3290 C: (828)-329-3290 glenn.haden@howardhannatate.com

Property Details for 686 New Haw Creek Road

Architectural Style
Bungalow, Cottage, Traditional
Parking Features
Driveway, Detached Garage
Subdivision Name
Haw Creek
LISTING UPDATED: 04/19/2026 11:07 AM

Property Details for 686 New Haw Creek Road

StatusActive
MLS #4370568
Days on Market7
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1948
Lot Size0.84 AC / 36,590 SF
CountyBuncombe County
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Building Information for 686 New Haw Creek Road

Stories-Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.84 AC / 36,590 SF

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Property Information for 686 New Haw Creek Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -82.503015
  • Zoning: RS4
  • Latitude: 35.600276
  • Directions: From downtown Asheville 240 E to exit 7 left onto Tunnel Road left onto Crockett Ave then right on New Haw Creek apx 1.25 miles driveway is on the left
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $728,300.00
  • Parcel Number: 9659-81-8797-00000
  • City Taxes Paid To: Asheville
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: AC Reynolds
  • High School: AC Reynolds
  • Elementary School: Haw Creek
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1291.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 378.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1291
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 493.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 2162.0
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 47
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Book Slide: 19/159
  • Proposed Special Assessment: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Patio
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Roof: Metal
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Kitchen Island
  • Laundry Features: Mud Room, Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Finished
  • Bedroom Basement: 1
  • Bedroom Main: 2
  • Bedroom Second LQ: 1
  • Full Bath Basement: 1
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Second LQ: 1
  • Half Bath Basement: 0
  • Half Bath Main: 0
  • Half Bath Second LQ: 0
  • Second Living Quarters: Room w/ Private Bath, Separate Entrance, Separate Kitchen Facilities, Separate Living Quarters, Upper Level Garage
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 11.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 7
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 8
  • Room Types: Workshop
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 9
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Room 10
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Room 11
  • Room Types: 2nd Kitchen
  • Room Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Rental
Rent Information
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)

Property History for 686 New Haw Creek Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 18, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4370568

$750,000—
Apr 25, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #596309412

$340,000

+50.1% / yr

Feb 25, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #565908579

$212,000

+4.7% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/18/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4370568

$750,000
04/25/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #596309412

$340,000

+50.1% / yr

02/25/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #565908579

$212,000

+4.7% / yr

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Public Records for 686 New Haw Creek Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$4,703 ($392 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt1,777 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,212 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt565 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt695 SqFtStories1Lot Size36,590 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1948ZoningDEED DATE: 20CountyBUNCOMBEAPN9659-81-8797-00000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 686 New Haw Creek Road

This home is within Buncombe County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Haw Creek Elementary
Public - PK to 5
A C Reynolds Middle
Public - 6 to 8
A C Reynolds High
Public - 9 to 12
Buncombe County Early College High School
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Haw Creek Elementary
PublicPK to 5

A C Reynolds Middle
Public6 to 8

A C Reynolds High
Public9 to 12

Buncombe County Early College High School
Public9 to 13

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More information about 686 New Haw Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28805

686 New Haw Creek Road is a single family home for sale in Asheville, NC 28805. This property was listed for sale on April 18, 2026 by Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Downtown, it's currently listed at $750,000. It has been on the market for a total of 7 days and was last sold on April 25, 2017. This listing's school district is Buncombe County Schools. Nearby schools include Haw Creek Elementary, A C Reynolds Middle and A C Reynolds High. 686 New Haw Creek Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 2,162 sqft single family home built in 1948.

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