Tucked just off Hwy 74, this charming Fairview home has the kind of warmth and character you only find in older homes the kind that instantly feels familiar and welcoming. It’s close enough for an easy drive into Asheville, yet set in a spot where life feels a little slower and more personal. Inside, natural light fills the home, highlighting its cozy spaces and thoughtful layout. The two bedrooms and one bath are comfortable and inviting, while the sunroom is a true standout. It’s easy to picture quiet mornings with coffee, afternoon reading, or a sunny home office one of those spaces that quickly becomes part of your daily rhythm. Step outside and you’ll find a fully fenced yard that feels like your own private retreat, perfect for pets, gardening, or relaxed evenings with friends. The large driveway makes hosting easy, and the detached one-car garage offers extra storage and everyday convenience. With its timeless appeal, practical layout, and location close to shopping, dining, and daily essentials, this Fairview home is a lovely opportunity to own a place with real character a home that’s been well loved and is ready to welcome its next chapter.
Active
Price cut: $10K (2/19)
$379,000
21 Ben Owenby Rd, Fairview, NC 28730
2beds
1,362sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
0.75 Acres Lot
$367,400 Zestimate®
$278/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Thoughtful layoutCozy spaces
- 63 days |
- 419 |
- 16 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 19, 2026 at 11:19am
Listing Provided by:
Coker Metcalf coker@integrityrealtywnc.com,
BHGRE Integrity Partners
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4330402
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Sunroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Exhaust Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Common Area, Electric Dryer Hookup, Utility Room
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Basement: Dirt Floor,Interior Entry,Partial,Storage Space,Unfinished
- Fireplace features: Fire Pit, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,362
- Total interior livable area: 1,362 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,362
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Shop, Garage on Main Level
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Front Yard
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.75 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 9685961639
- Zoning: RES 0-3 ACRES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Roof: Fiberglass
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Satellite Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Briar Ridge
Location
- Region: Fairview
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $278/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $211,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,495
- Date on market: 12/27/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 63 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
$367,400
$349,000 - $386,000
$1,824/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/19/2026 | Price change | $379,000-2.6%$278/sqft |
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| 1/15/2026 | Price change | $389,000-2.5%$286/sqft |
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| 12/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,000+14%$293/sqft |
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| 1/9/2023 | Sold | $350,000-5.4%$257/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3904589 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2022 | Pending sale | $370,000$272/sqft |
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| 10/14/2022 | Price change | $370,000-7.3%$272/sqft |
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| 9/25/2022 | Listed for sale | $399,000+184%$293/sqft |
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| 3/19/2015 | Sold | $140,500-5.7%$103/sqft |
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| 9/30/2014 | Price change | $149,000-2.6%$109/sqft |
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| 9/19/2014 | Price change | $153,000-3.8%$112/sqft |
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| 9/10/2014 | Price change | $159,000+11.2%$117/sqft |
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| 9/1/2014 | Price change | $143,000-10.1%$105/sqft |
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| 8/30/2014 | Price change | $159,000+11.2%$117/sqft |
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| 5/18/2014 | Pending sale | $143,000$105/sqft |
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| 5/16/2014 | Listed for sale | $143,000-20.3%$105/sqft |
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| 12/31/2013 | Listing removed | $179,500$132/sqft |
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| 10/8/2013 | Price change | $179,500-5%$132/sqft |
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| 8/29/2013 | Price change | $189,000-5%$139/sqft |
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| 7/31/2013 | Listed for sale | $199,000+895%$146/sqft |
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| 5/3/2006 | Sold | $20,000$15/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,495 +4.3% | $211,600 |
| 2024 | $1,434 +5.4% | $211,600 |
| 2023 | $1,361 +9.4% | $211,600 +7.7% |
| 2022 | $1,244 | $196,500 |
| 2021 | $1,244 +19.1% | $196,500 +26.9% |
| 2020 | $1,044 | $154,900 |
| 2019 | $1,044 | $154,900 |
| 2018 | $1,044 +4.7% | $154,900 +11% |
| 2017 | $998 | $139,600 |
| 2016 | $998 +0.8% | $139,600 +19.8% |
| 2015 | $990 +19.8% | $116,500 |
| 2014 | $826 | $116,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $116,500 +141.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $48,300 |
| 2011 | -- | $48,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $48,300 |
| 2009 | -- | $48,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,929/mo
Principal & interest
$1762
Property taxes
$167
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28730
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Fairview ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Cane Creek MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 7/10A C Reynolds HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Fairview
- Middle: Cane Creek
- High: AC Reynolds
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.
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