85 Smokey Ridge Trail

5,473 Sq. Ft.
$730 / Sq. Ft.
5,473
Sq. Ft.
$730
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Situated on one of the most desirable parcels in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, this stately home offers stunning long-range mountain views and mesmerizing sunrises. A bespoke quality build by Jeremy Aikens Construction of Cashiers, NC, you will fall in love with the soaring ceilings over 20-feet high, lush wood finishes, traditional brass and glass touches, stacked stone fireplaces inside and out, inviting wine room, and endless storage for all your collections. The luxurious main level primary has...Situated on one of the most desirable parcels in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, this stately home offers stunning long-range mountain views and mesmerizing sunrises. A bespoke quality build by Jeremy Aikens Construction of Cashiers, NC, you will fall in love with the soaring ceilings over 20-feet high, lush wood finishes, traditional brass and glass touches, stacked stone fireplaces inside and out, inviting wine room, and endless storage for all your collections. The luxurious main level primary has a wood burning fireplace, two fabulous primary closets, and spa-like bath with a built-in bubble tub with heated sides. You’ll also enjoy having a home elevator, an expansive kitchen ideal for entertaining and catering, a private library, and two terrace level bedroom suites. The quiet cul-de-sac location and level driveway make it an easily accessible and peaceful retreat. For those longing for quintessential American classic design and style, this house delivers.
  1. Listed by Josh Smith • Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks • josh@walnutcoverealty.com

Property Details for 85 Smokey Ridge Trail

Parking Features
Attached Garage
Community Features
Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf, Hot Tub, Pond, Putting Green, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
Subdivision Name
The Cliffs At Walnut Cove
LISTING UPDATED: 01/29/2026 06:16 PM

Property Details for 85 Smokey Ridge Trail

StatusActive
MLS #4180343
Days on Market366
Taxes-
HOA Fees$3,315 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2017
Lot Size0.78 AC / 33,933 SF
CountyBuncombe County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks
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Building Information for 85 Smokey Ridge Trail

Stories-Year Built2017Building Size-Lot Size0.78 AC / 33,933 SF

Payment Calculator

$20,644 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$19,471

Property Taxes

$897

HOA Dues

$276

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Property Information for 85 Smokey Ridge Trail

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -82.61794314
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Latitude: 35.46588654
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: Yes
  • HOA Name: Walnut Cove POA
  • HOA Email: scarlton@carltonpropertyservices.net
  • HOA Subject To: Required
  • HOA Annual Expense: $3,315.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,669,700.00
  • Parcel Number: 9624-24-9181-00000
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Valley Springs
  • High School: T.C. Roberson
  • Elementary School: Avery's Creek/Koontz
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
  • Elevation: 2000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3141.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2332.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 3141
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 5473.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 41
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Book Slide: 0096
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 0062
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Hard Stucco, Stone
  • Road Surface Type: Brick, Paved
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Hood, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Heating: Zoned
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Finished
  • Bedroom Basement: 2
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Full Bath Basement: 2
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Half Bath Main: 1
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 1.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 85 Smokey Ridge Trail

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4180343

Dec 31, 2025

Expired

CANOPY #4180343

$3,995,000
Dec 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4180343

Nov 30, 2025

Expired

CANOPY #4180343

$3,995,000
Aug 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4180343

Aug 26, 2025

Expired

CANOPY #4180343

$3,995,000
Jun 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4180343

Jan 21, 2025

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4180343

Sep 6, 2024

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4180343

$4,395,000
Jun 10, 2010

Expired

CANOPY #445520

$990,000
Jul 15, 2009

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #445520

$1,650,000
Nov 1, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #229378375

$1,175,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/05/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4180343

12/31/2025

Expired

CANOPY #4180343

$3,995,000
12/01/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4180343

11/30/2025

Expired

CANOPY #4180343

$3,995,000
08/29/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4180343

08/26/2025

Expired

CANOPY #4180343

$3,995,000
06/06/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4180343

01/21/2025

Under Contract-Show

CANOPY #4180343

09/06/2024

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4180343

$4,395,000
06/10/2010

Expired

CANOPY #445520

$990,000
07/15/2009

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #445520

$1,650,000
11/01/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #229378375

$1,175,000

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Public Records for 85 Smokey Ridge Trail

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Tax Record2025$10,763 ($897 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt5,466 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,135 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt2,331 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,135 SqFtStories1Lot Size33,977 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2017ZoningDEED DATE:03/CountyBUNCOMBEAPN9624-24-9181-00000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 85 Smokey Ridge Trail

This home is within Buncombe County Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Avery's Creek 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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85 Smokey Ridge Trail is a single family home for sale in Arden, NC 28704. This property was listed for sale on September 6, 2024 by Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks, it's currently listed at $3,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 366 days and was last sold on November 1, 2007. This listing's school district is Buncombe County Schools. Nearby schools include Avery's Creek Elementary, Koontz Intermediate School and Valley Springs Middle. 85 Smokey Ridge Trail is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 5,473 sqft single family home built in 2017.

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