Nestled along the prestigious border of the Biltmore Estate, 69 Forest Road is an oasis of comfort and privacy situated on 1.88 acres of meticulously landscaped grounds and perennial gardens. This 6-bedroom, 6-bathroom sanctuary offers an unparalleled outdoor lifestyle, featuring a heated swimming pool centered between a massive rear patio and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen. Located above the pool area, find tennis and pickleball courts plus a basketball practice area, complemented by a fenced garden patch for cultivating fresh berries and vegetables. Inside, the home exudes warmth, highlighted by an oak-paneled Great Room with vaulted wood-beam ceilings, a wet bar, and original chandeliers from the historic Battery Park Hotel. A dual-sided wood-burning fireplace anchors both the Great Room and the vaulted dining room, creating a seamless flow for grand entertaining. The chef’s kitchen is a culinary dream with custom cabinetry and a large quartz center island, while a cozy gas-fired den offers a quiet retreat nearby. The main-floor primary suite is a true oasis, recently updated with new marble flooring in the bathroom and boasting three walk-in closets, a dressing room, a sunken tub, and a steam bath shower. A heated sunroom off the primary with outdoor access provides ideal storage for winter plants. The home includes two offices: an upper-level private office and a main-level smaller office just off the primary suite. An additional two suites on the lower level are each comprised of a bedroom, bath, and living room. Many system upgrades have been made throughout, including a 22KW generator and tankless water heaters for added comfort. A detached two-car garage off the main level and an additional basement garage complete an estate that offers a rare and sophisticated combination of space, amenities, and prestige.
Active
$2,695,000
69 Forest Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
5beds
6,045sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
1.88 Acres Lot
$2,813,400 Zestimate®
$446/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Basketball practice areaWet barHeated swimming poolMain-floor primary suiteTennis and pickleball courtsVaulted dining roomAdditional basement garage
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Listing Provided by:
Hope Byrd hope.byrd@allentate.com,
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park,
Brett Whitt,
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4376506
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
- Main level bedrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: En Suite Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 6' 0" X 0' 0"
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Heat Pump, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Trash Compactor, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Walk-In Pantry, Wet Bar, Other - See Remarks
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Basement: Basement Shop,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Storage Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Fireplace features: Gas, Gas Log, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,195
- Total interior livable area: 6,045 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,195
- Finished area below ground: 1,850
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Basement, Driveway, Attached Garage, Detached Garage, Garage on Main Level
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Terrace, Other
- Exterior features: In-Ground Irrigation, Outdoor Kitchen, Tennis Court(s), Other - See Remarks
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Fenced, Heated, In Ground, Outdoor Pool
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 1.88 Acres
- Features: Private, Sloped, Wooded, Other - See Remarks
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 964658209500000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mediterranean
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Stone
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Biltmore Forest
Location
- Region: Asheville
- Elevation: 2000 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $446/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,859,700
- Annual tax amount: $7,068
- Date on market: 5/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 356 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Gravel
Estimated market value
$2,813,400
$2.67M - $2.95M
$6,955/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,695,000-6.7%$446/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4376506 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2026 | Listing removed | $2,890,000$478/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253523 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2026 | Price change | $2,890,000-3.7%$478/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253523 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2025 | Price change | $2,999,500-9.1%$496/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253523 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,300,000$546/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4253523 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,068 +5.6% | $1,293,100 |
| 2024 | $6,693 +3.9% | $1,293,100 |
| 2023 | $6,440 +2% | $1,293,100 |
| 2022 | $6,310 | $1,293,100 |
| 2021 | $6,310 -4% | $1,293,100 +4.1% |
| 2020 | $6,571 | $1,242,200 |
| 2019 | $6,571 | $1,242,200 |
| 2018 | $6,571 | $1,242,200 +17.8% |
| 2017 | $6,571 -1.9% | $1,054,100 |
| 2016 | $6,695 +5.2% | $1,054,100 |
| 2015 | $6,367 | $1,054,100 |
| 2014 | $6,367 | $1,054,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $1,054,100 -23.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $1,383,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $1,383,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $1,383,500 +4.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $1,325,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $1,325,700 |
| 2006 | -- | $1,325,700 +71.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $771,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $771,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $771,300 |
| 2002 | -- | $771,300 +43% |
| 2001 | -- | $539,300 |
| 2000 | -- | $539,300 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$14,356/mo
Principal & interest
$13166
Property taxes
$1190
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28803
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10William W Estes ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.2 mi
- 9/10Valley Springs MiddleGrades: 5-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 7/10T C Roberson HighGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 3.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Estes/Koontz
- Middle: Valley Springs
- High: T.C. Roberson
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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- North Carolina
- Buncombe County
- Asheville
- 28803
- 69 Forest Rd
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