Welcome to the kind of home Asheville buyers are searching for—full of charm, natural light, and an incredibly convenient location. Situated just outside the city limits in Candler, this adorable cottage offers easy access to all the restaurants, breweries, and shopping of West Asheville while remaining just minutes from I-40 and the Buncombe County Sports Complex. From the moment you arrive, the home’s curb appeal stands out with mature trees, a paved private driveway, and a fenced yard—perfect for pets, gardening, or enjoying outdoor mountain living. The setting offers both privacy and convenience, something buyers rarely find this close to town. Inside, the home is bright and welcoming with abundant windows that fill the space with natural light. Character details make this home truly special, including charming wainscoting in the foyer and a built-in Murphy bed that adds both style and functionality—ideal for guests or flexible living. The home features two bedrooms plus a finished loft area with lower ceilings. An additional bonus: the property is served by a three-bedroom septic system, offering future potential.
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$376,000
43 Melton Rd, Candler, NC 28715
2beds
1,316sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
0.59 Acres Lot
$361,300 Zestimate®
$286/sqft
$1,742 Estimated rent
Home value
$361,300
$343,000 - $379,000
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: April 28, 2026 at 09:16am
Listing Provided by:
Amy Valliere amy.valliere@howardhannatate.com,
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville
Bought with:
Sarah Howell
Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4354536
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Soaking Tub, Open Floorplan, Storage
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Laminate, Wood
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Den, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,316
- Total interior livable area: 1,316 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,316
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.59 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Green Area, Level, Paved, Wooded, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 961821145000000
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Propane
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Candler
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Sold | $376,000+0.3%$286/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4354536 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000+9%$285/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4354536 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2023 | Sold | $344,000$261/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3904434 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $344,000$261/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #CAR3904434 Report a problem | ||
| 12/27/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3904434 Report a problem | ||
| 12/21/2022 | Contingent | $344,000$261/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3904434 Report a problem | ||
| 12/9/2022 | Listed for sale | $344,000$261/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3904434 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2022 | Contingent | $344,000$261/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3904434 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2022 | Price change | $344,000-5.8%$261/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3904434 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2022 | Price change | $365,000-3.9%$277/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3904434 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2022 | Price change | $379,900-5%$289/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3904434 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $399,900+320.9%$304/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3904434 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2014 | Sold | $95,000+9.2%$72/sqft |
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| 10/2/1998 | Sold | $87,000$66/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,737 +6.9% | $254,900 |
| 2024 | $1,625 +3.2% | $254,900 |
| 2023 | $1,575 +56% | $254,900 +49.7% |
| 2022 | $1,010 | $170,300 |
| 2021 | $1,010 +23% | $170,300 +31.5% |
| 2020 | $821 | $129,500 |
| 2019 | $821 | $129,500 |
| 2018 | $821 +2.4% | $129,500 +51.3% |
| 2017 | $802 -1.6% | $85,600 |
| 2016 | $815 +37.1% | $85,600 |
| 2015 | $594 -7.4% | $85,600 -7.4% |
| 2014 | $641 | $92,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $92,400 -9% |
| 2012 | -- | $101,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $101,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $101,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $101,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $101,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $101,500 +25.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $81,100 |
| 2004 | -- | $81,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $81,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28715
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Sand Hill-Venable ElementaryGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10Enka MiddleGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 6/10Enka HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sand Hill-Venable/Enka
- Middle: Enka
- High: Enka
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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Estimated market value
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- North Carolina
- Buncombe County
- Candler
- 28715
- 43 Melton Rd