Last Sold Price
5 beds4,946 sqft$425/sqft
81 Edgemont Rd, Asheville, NC 28801

Description

Timeless home filled with warmth, beauty, and character—a rare opportunity to own a piece of Asheville history. Originally the clubhouse for the Swannanoa Golf and Country Club (later the Asheville Country Club), designed by noted architect Richard Sharpe Smith and later relocated to its current setting. Located in the desirable Proximity Park/GPI neighborhood, less than one mile to the Omni Grove Park Inn and approx. 1.5 miles to downtown Asheville. Single-level living with heart pine floors throughout...Timeless home filled with warmth, beauty, and character—a rare opportunity to own a piece of Asheville history. Originally the clubhouse for the Swannanoa Golf and Country Club (later the Asheville Country Club), designed by noted architect Richard Sharpe Smith and later relocated to its current setting. Located in the desirable Proximity Park/GPI neighborhood, less than one mile to the Omni Grove Park Inn and approx. 1.5 miles to downtown Asheville. Single-level living with heart pine floors throughout and 4 bedrooms, all ensuite on the main level. Home features 4 fireplaces (2 wood-burning, all with gas starters), including a standout kitchen fireplace with rotisserie. Beautiful built-ins are found throughout, adding warmth, function, and historic character. Cedar shake exterior and clay tile roof complete the architectural appeal. Extensive updates include new interior and exterior paint, renovated primary bath with heated floors, and a thoughtfully designed outdoor kitchen ideal for entertaining. Basement apartment with homestay permit and separate music studio/flex space provide added versatility. Additional features include wine cellar, sauna, and seamless indoor/outdoor flow with glass doors opening to inviting outdoor living spaces. Set on 1.18 acres with usable park-like grounds—room for recreation (pickleball potential) and seasonal morel mushrooms. Walkable neighborhood with easy access to restaurants and shopping.
LISTING CLOSED: 06/15/2026 12:00 AM

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Property Details for 81 Edgemont Road

Status
MLS #
4365917
Days on Market
24
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1894
Lot Size
1.14 AC / 49,832 SF
Architectural Style
Arts and Crafts, Traditional
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Rear
Subdivision Name
Proximity Park

Location

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Building Information for 81 Edgemont Road

Stories-Year Built1894Building Size-Lot Size1.14 AC / 49,832 SF

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$11,748 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,674

Property Taxes

$1,074

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 81 Edgemont Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -82.542857
  • Latitude: 35.614749
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $2,197,500.00
  • Parcel Number: 964977245400000
  • City Taxes Paid To: Asheville
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified
  • Elementary School: Asheville City
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Other: 2 car garage plus ample parking in driveway and back concrete pad (6-8 cars)
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 2000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3397.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1549.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 3397
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 4946.0
  • Lot Features: Level, 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: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Book Slide: 0249/0096
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 0249/0096
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Outdoor Kitchen
  • Fencing: Partial, Privacy
  • Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Cedar Shake
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Roof: Tile
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Oven, Exhaust Hood, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless
  • Heating: Ductless, Steam
  • Interior Features: Kitchen Island, Sauna, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Main Level
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Gas, Gas Log, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Door Features: Pocket Doors, Sliding Doors
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Apartment, Exterior Entry, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedroom Basement: 1
  • Bedroom Lower: 0
  • Bedroom Main: 4
  • Full Bath Basement: 1
  • Full Bath Lower: 0
  • Full Bath Main: 4
  • Half Bath Main: 1
  • Second Living Quarters: Separate Entrance
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 22.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • 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: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Half
  • Room Level: Main
Room 10
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 11
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 12
  • Room Types: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 13
  • Room Types: Den
  • Room Level: Main
Room 14
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
Room 15
  • Room Types: Office
  • Room Level: Main
Room 16
  • Room Types: Sunroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 17
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 18
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 19
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 20
  • Room Types: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 21
  • Room Types: Laundry
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 22
  • Room Types: Wine Cellar
  • Room Level: Basement

Property History for 81 Edgemont Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 15, 2026

Closed

CANOPY #4365917

$2,100,000
Jun 11, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1942123360

$2,100,000

+7.6% / yr

May 7, 2026

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4365917

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/15/2026

Closed

CANOPY #4365917

$2,100,000
06/11/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1942123360

$2,100,000

+7.6% / yr

05/07/2026

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4365917

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

Public Records for 81 Edgemont Road

Taxable ValueLand$131,200Additions$1,042,100Total$1,173,300
Tax Record2025$12,889 ($1,074 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths7Total Finished SqFt5,000 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,141 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt859 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,170 SqFtStories1Lot Size51,401 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1894Year Renovated1894ZoningRS4CountyBUNCOMBEAPN9649-77-2454-00000

Schools near 81 Edgemont 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 - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Ira B Jones Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Isaac Dickson Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Hall Fletcher Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Claxton Elementary
PublicK 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 81 Edgemont Road, Asheville, NC 28801
$2,100,000
5
4,946
49,832
8
8,086
11,761
$570,000
3
2,070
20,037
$640,000
5
3,075
8,712
$685,000
7,840
$425,000
7,840

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