Last Sold Price
2 beds1,117 sqft$272/sqft
688 Fletcher Martin Rd, Alexander, NC 28701

Description

This picturesque farmhouse sits creekside on 2 sunny acres in desireable Alexander. This beautiful property offers level green space, sloping pasture & old growth trees. This 2/1 cottage welcomes you w/ a long covered front porch, open flrpln, , sunroom w/ private deck, lrg kitchen, mudroom leading to a back deck & spring house, & attic storage. Recent updates incl. updated kitchen/bath, lighting, hrdwd flrs, fresh paint inside/out, heat/air, metal roof/gutters. The 2 story outbuilding offers flex...This picturesque farmhouse sits creekside on 2 sunny acres in desireable Alexander. This beautiful property offers level green space, sloping pasture & old growth trees. This 2/1 cottage welcomes you w/ a long covered front porch, open flrpln, , sunroom w/ private deck, lrg kitchen, mudroom leading to a back deck & spring house, & attic storage. Recent updates incl. updated kitchen/bath, lighting, hrdwd flrs, fresh paint inside/out, heat/air, metal roof/gutters. The 2 story outbuilding offers flex space for outdoor living/dining. Endless possibilities! The 6-stall barn has tractor storage & tall hayloft. Could this be your, homestead, Minifarm, or money maker? Build your dream home on the knoll among old growth trees surrounded by picturesque farmland. Income producing opportunities galore: STR, Glamping, & multiple sites for creative vacation rentals. Take an easy drive along the French Broad River home. Only 10 mins. to Weaverville, 20 mins. to DT AVL & 15 mins to DT Marshall.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/26/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Nest Realty Asheville
  2. Listed by Nest Realty Asheville

Property Details for 688 Fletcher Martin Road

Status
MLS #
3778494
Days on Market
2
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1922
Lot Size
2.10 AC / 91,476 SF
Architectural Style
Cottage, Farmhouse
Waterfront Features
Other
Zoning Description
OU
Parking Features
Driveway
Subdivision Name
None

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$335,000

Avg days on market

46

Sale-to-list ratio

95.2%

Alexander, NC

9 comparable properties found

$340,000 | 903 Old Highway 20 Highway, Alexander, NC 28701
1/22
1

$340,000

Sold 06/22/26

2
Bedrooms
1,024
Square Feet
0.62
Acres
a front view of house with yard and green space
1/31
2

$347,500

Sold 06/03/26

2
Bedrooms
912
Square Feet
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Acres
a view of utility room
1/15
3

$244,000

Sold 05/09/25

2
Bedrooms
1,376
Square Feet
1.36
Acres
4

$285,000

Sold 09/04/25

2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
960
Square Feet
1.5
Acres
$280,000 | 663 Alexander Road, Alexander, NC 28701
1/43
5

$280,000

Sold 05/15/25

2
Bedrooms
828
Square Feet
0.84
Acres
a view of a house with backyard
1/45
6

$339,900

Sold 08/22/25

2
Bedrooms
950
Square Feet
0.43
Acres
an aerial view of a house with a yard
1/40
7

$221,280

Sold 04/15/25

2
Bedrooms
927
Square Feet
1.33
Acres
$335,000 | 137 Old NC 20 Highway, Alexander, NC 28701
1/37
8

$335,000

Sold 10/16/25

2
Bedrooms
930
Square Feet
0.46
Acres
$403,000 | 2 Briarwood Drive, Alexander, NC 28701
1/49
9

$403,000

Sold 08/25/25

2
Bedrooms
1,315
Square Feet
1.29
Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Nest Realty Asheville

Sold By Reese Real Estate, Inc.

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Building Information for 688 Fletcher Martin Road

Stories1Year Built1922Building Size-Lot Size2.10 AC / 91,476 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,662 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,545

Property Taxes

$117

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 688 Fletcher Martin Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -82.645025
  • Geocode Source: Manual
  • Latitude: 35.702447
  • Directions: GPS WORKS. I-26 to Exit 24 ELK MOUNTAIN/Woodfin- From Asheville turn LEFT OFF EXIT TO RIVER ROAD to stop sign. Turn RIGHT. Drive along the French Broad River to LEFT ON FLETCHER MARTIN Rd. HOME ON LEFT – MAILBOX ON RIGHT. OR From Weaverville take 25/70 N. to RT on Monticello Rd. for 2 mi. Turn RT at stop sign onto 251 N. for 1 mi. LEFT on Fletcher Martin Rd. to home on LEFT.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • HOA Subject To Dues: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $128,700.00
  • Parcel Number: 9713-80-0571-00000
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: North Buncombe
  • High School: North Buncombe
  • Elementary School: North Buncombe/N. Windy Ridge
Parking
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Structure Type: One Story
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Additional: 0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1117
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Creek Front, Green Area, Level, Pasture, Private, Sloped, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views, See Remarks
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 38
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Permit Syndication: Yes
  • Proposed Special Assessment: No
  • Restrictions: No Representation, No Restrictions, Short Term Rental Allowed, None
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: Spring
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Porch: Back,Covered,Deck,Front,Side
  • Exterior Features: Barn(s), Feed Barn, Fire Pit, Hay Shed, Livestock Run In, Outbuilding(s), Shed(s), Stable, Storage, Tractor Shed, Workshop
  • Construction Materials: Hardboard Siding, Wood Siding
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Exhaust Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Interior Features: Attic Stairs Pulldown, Open Floorplan
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Doors Windows: g-Insulated Door(s),Insulated Windows
Room Information
Room 1
  • Baths Full: 1
  • Baths Half: 0
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Room Types: Bathroom(s),Bedroom(s),Bonus Room,Dining Area,Kitchen,Laundry,Living Room,Sunroom
  • Room Level: Main
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Count: 0

Property History for 688 Fletcher Martin Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 26, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1475013751

$304,000

+26.1% / yr

Oct 26, 2021

Closed

CANOPY #3778494

$304,000
Oct 4, 2021

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3778494

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/26/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1475013751

$304,000

+26.1% / yr

10/26/2021

Closed

CANOPY #3778494

$304,000
10/04/2021

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3778494

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Public Records for 688 Fletcher Martin Road

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$1,405 ($117 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt828 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt828 SqFtStories1Lot Size82,764 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1922ZoningDEED DATE: 20CountyBUNCOMBEAPN9713-80-0571-00000

Schools near 688 Fletcher Martin Road

This home is within Buncombe County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
North Buncombe Elementary
PublicPK to 4

North Windy Ridge
Public5 to 6

North Buncombe Middle
Public7 to 8

North Buncombe High
Public9 to 12

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