Top 7 Reasons to Love This Home:
1. A peaceful oasis of nature and intention in the heart of East Asheville with multiple outdoor living areas — including 2 decks, big front porch, and landscaped garden spaces for entertaining or unwinding.
2. A cute and comfortable updated, low-maintenance, and move-in ready urban cottage.
3. Only 5–10 minutes to downtown Asheville and dining, and shopping on Tunnel Rd (Whole Foods, Aldi, Lowes, and more).
4. 10 minute drive to Biltmore Estate - a dog-friendly haven for walking, biking, and hiking!
5. Quick access to the Blue Ridge Parkway puts Bent Creek (mountain biking and hiking Mecca), the NC Arboretum (amazing gardens and walking trails), and the abundant amenities of South Asheville within 20 minutes.
6. 12 minutes to Asheville's famous River Arts District.
7. Enjoy strolls through the lovely Beverly Hills neighborhood, Municipal Golf Course, and WNC Nature Center.
The current owner has created an inviting garden retreat designed for easy living and relaxation. Privacy fencing allows you and your pups to enjoy the outdoor spaces with peace of mind, while the stylish carport adds both flair and practicality.
Inside, open living area gives a feeling of space, and the bedroom and bath layout makes the home especially functional for shared living, guests, work-from-home, or flexible lifestyle needs. A spacious laundry room with full-size machines and extra storage adds practicality. The modern kitchen is spacious and open, allowing you to cook while staying part of the conversation. Within minutes of: hiking, mountain biking, kayak, canoeing; Folk Art Center and Blue Ridge Parkway; River Arts District; Coffee shops like Filo and local restaurants like the East Village Pub and Pomodoros; Municipal Golf Course; VA Hospital; Azalea Dog Park (temporarily closed); Highland Brewery, Ultimate Ice Cream and more! Altogether, this home is an exceptional combination of thoughtful design, turnkey updates, and an unbeatable East Asheville location.
Active
$385,000
477 Governors View Rd, Asheville, NC 28805
2beds
923sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 2009
0.27 Acres Lot
$375,500 Zestimate®
$417/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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- 107 |
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Margaret Vestal ms.vestal@gmail.com,
RE/MAX Executive
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4382048
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 923
- Total interior livable area: 923 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 923
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached Carport
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 966816222600000
- Zoning: RS4
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2009
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Beverly Hills
Location
- Region: Asheville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $417/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $302,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,994
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$375,500
$357,000 - $394,000
$1,632/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $385,000+6.2%$417/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4382048 Report a problem | ||
| 10/19/2022 | Sold | $362,500-3.3%$393/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3903489 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2022 | Contingent | $375,000$406/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3903489 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2022 | Listed for sale | $375,000+55%$406/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3903489 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2019 | Sold | $242,000+1.3%$262/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3569626 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2019 | Pending sale | $239,000$259/sqft |
Source: Mosaic Community Lifestyle Rea #3569626 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2019 | Listed for sale | $239,000+8.6%$259/sqft |
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| 5/2/2017 | Sold | $220,000+0%$238/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3252333 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2017 | Pending sale | $219,900$238/sqft |
Source: United Real Estate Asheville #3252333 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2017 | Listed for sale | $219,900$238/sqft |
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| 2/20/2017 | Pending sale | $219,900$238/sqft |
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| 2/16/2017 | Listed for sale | $219,900+51.7%$238/sqft |
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| 5/5/2014 | Sold | $145,000-2.7%$157/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2013 | Price change | $149,000-2%$161/sqft |
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| 7/6/2013 | Price change | $152,000-4.9%$165/sqft |
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| 4/23/2013 | Price change | $159,900-1.3%$173/sqft |
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| 3/1/2013 | Listed for sale | $162,000+15.7%$176/sqft |
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| 11/23/2009 | Sold | $140,000$152/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,994 +6.6% | $302,900 |
| 2024 | $2,808 +2.9% | $302,900 |
| 2023 | $2,729 +26.6% | $302,900 +25.2% |
| 2022 | $2,156 | $242,000 |
| 2021 | $2,156 +12.3% | $242,000 +20.7% |
| 2020 | $1,921 | $200,500 |
| 2019 | $1,921 | $200,500 |
| 2018 | $1,921 | $200,500 +35.5% |
| 2017 | $1,921 -1% | $148,000 |
| 2016 | $1,941 +21.5% | $148,000 |
| 2015 | $1,597 +1.4% | $148,000 |
| 2014 | $1,575 | $148,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $148,000 +5.1% |
| 2012 | -- | $140,800 |
| 2011 | -- | $140,800 |
| 2010 | -- | $140,800 +357.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $30,800 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28805
Nearby schools
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- 4/10Haw Creek ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 8/10A C Reynolds MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.9 mi
- 7/10A C Reynolds HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 2.8 mi
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- Buncombe County
- Asheville
- 28805
- 477 Governors View Rd
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