Price Improvement! Rare .79-acre private lot near downtown hosts this custom-rebuilt 1947 bungalow—renovated down to the studs with exceptional craftsmanship. Every inch reflects quality: white oak floors, handcrafted tile and woodwork, and a stone fireplace anchoring the living room. The vaulted kitchen features skylights and custom French doors opening to a covered deck, large stone patio, and expansive fenced backyard—perfect for hosting and outdoor living. The main level offers a primary suite with ensuite bath, study/bedroom, half-bath, and laundry. Upstairs includes a guest suite with full bath and abundant dry, insulated storage. Upgrades include all-new systems, new kitchen and appliances, plumbing, electric, on-demand water heater, closed-cell foam insulation, and seven new double-pane windows (2023). Ipe hardwood front porch and large shed complete this private, move-in-ready retreat just minutes from downtown.
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Price cut: $20K (1/5)
$599,000
26 Governors View Rd, Asheville, NC 28805
3beds
1,985sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
0.79 Acres Lot
$580,600 Zestimate®
$302/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ipe hardwood front porchCovered deckHandcrafted tile and woodworkWhite oak floorsVaulted kitchenExpansive fenced backyardAbundant dry insulated storage
- 78 days |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 05, 2026 at 01:28pm
Listing Provided by:
Jonathan Gonzalez jonathan@nexthome828.com,
NextHome Partners
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4314415
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Storage
- Flooring: Wood
- Doors: French Doors, Insulated Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,985
- Total interior livable area: 1,985 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,985
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.79 Acres
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 965864013900000
- Zoning: RS4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Hardboard Siding
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $302/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $164,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,621
- Date on market: 10/20/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 57 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$580,600
$552,000 - $610,000
$2,429/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/5/2026 | Price change | $599,000-3.2%$302/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4314415 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $619,000-4.2%$312/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4314415 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Listing removed | $646,000$325/sqft |
Source:  NextHome #4314415 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $646,000+122.8%$325/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4314415 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2025 | Sold | $290,000-6.1%$146/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4225387 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,621 -53.1% | $164,000 -56% |
| 2024 | $3,458 +2.9% | $373,100 |
| 2023 | $3,362 +1.1% | $373,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,304/mo
Principal & interest
$2829
Property taxes
$265
Home insurance
$210
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28805
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Haw Creek ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10A C Reynolds MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 7/10A C Reynolds HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Charles Bell
- Middle: AC Reynolds
- 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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