Where the sky becomes your neighbor and every evening ends in a masterpiece.
Perfectly perched atop Sunset Mountain, just minutes from downtown Asheville, 12 Sunset Summit is a rare offering—a modern mountain retreat with soul-stirring, horizon-to-horizon views. Renovated in 2021 with thoughtful sophistication, this home captures the whole drama of the Blue Ridge, from soft morning mist lifting over layered peaks to radiant, cinematic sunsets that ignite the sky.
With 2,538 SF on the main level, the interior unfolds in a flowing, open-plan design that fosters both connection and calm. The chef’s kitchen opens seamlessly to the dining and living areas, allowing the mountains to set the backdrop for daily life and effortless entertaining. A sleek gas fireplace anchors the main living space, adding warmth and ambiance as the light shifts across the horizon. Walls of glass draw the outdoors inward, making every room feel one with the landscape.
The main level offers true comfort with a serene primary suite positioned directly toward the panorama, an inviting office, a welcoming mudroom, and a large walk-in pantry. Approximately 75% of the windows feature privacy film, enhancing comfort without diminishing the vista.
Upstairs, the exceptionally rare rooftop terrace elevates outdoor living—providing ample refuge for stargazing, sunset toasts and dinners, or quiet reflection above the treetops—with unmatchable views in the City of Asheville.
The finished lower level (2,237 SF) also has fantastic views from all the rooms and extends the home with a covered outdoor living room patio, a generous family room and rec room, wet bar, and two spacious guest ensuite bedrooms with spacious walk-in closets and access to the deck —
Beyond the walls, the grounds are a curated masterpiece: rare specimen plantings, terraced beds, artful hardscaping, and dramatic lighting that transforms the gardens after dusk.
A home suspended between mountain and sky—intimate, sophisticated, and crafted for those who appreciate beauty in every direction.
Active
$4,800,000
12 Sunset Smt, Asheville, NC 28804
3beds
4,775sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
0.43 Acres Lot
$4,510,000 Zestimate®
$1,005/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rare specimen plantingsHorizon-to-horizon viewsInviting officeWet barTerraced bedsWelcoming mudroomLarge walk-in pantry
- 5 days |
- 808 |
- 47 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 18, 2025 at 11:43am
Listing Provided by:
Laura Livaudais Laura@IJBproperties.com,
Ivester Jackson Blackstream,
Ellen McGuire,
Ivester Jackson Blackstream
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4329108
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 308.81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17' 1" X 18' 1"
Bedroom s
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s), See Remarks
- Level: Lower
- Area: 198.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 1" X 13' 2"
Bedroom s
- Features: En Suite Bathroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15' 0" X 12' 0"
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Dining area
- Features: Open Floorplan
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Wet Bar
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Pantry
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Features: Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
Office
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
- Area: 188.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12' 6" X 15' 1"
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 487.63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23' 6" X 20' 9"
Heating
- Floor Furnace, Heat Pump, Propane, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Induction Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Drop Zone, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Laminate, Marble, Tile
- Doors: Insulated Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Basement Shop,Daylight,Finished,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,775
- Total interior livable area: 4,775 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,538
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch, Other
- Exterior features: Rooftop Terrace
- Fencing: Front Yard,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Golf Course, Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Features: Private, Views
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 96590811260000
- Zoning: R-3
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Sunset Mountain
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,005/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,309,200
- Annual tax amount: $13,525
- Date on market: 12/16/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Concrete, Paved
Estimated market value
$4,510,000
$4.28M - $4.74M
$2,768/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $4,800,000+1271.4%$1,005/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4329108 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2015 | Sold | $350,000$73/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3129287 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,525 +2.6% | $1,309,200 |
| 2023 | $13,186 +22% | $1,309,200 +20.8% |
| 2022 | $10,809 +24.3% | $1,083,900 +24.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$27,421/mo
Principal & interest
$23661
Property taxes
$2080
Home insurance
$1680
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28804
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ira B Jones ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Asheville MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 5/10Asheville HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Asheville City
- Middle: Asheville
- High: Asheville
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
