597 Tomahawk Ave, Black Mountain, NC, 28711
About This Home
Experience timeless charm and modern comfort in this beautifully updated, historically preserved home just steps from Lake Tomahawk and downtown Black Mountain. Situated on one of the largest lots in the neighborhood, this property offers room to expand or build additional structures with a separate lot on water and sewer—a rare find in such a desirable location. Inside, you’ll find 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths (spacious loft room not included- so really 4 sleeping spaces), featuring thoughtfully curated updates throughout. Recent improvements include newly restored and painted cedar siding, new porch door portico, a new laundry room, new walls and doors on the lower level, new exterior doors, fence, radon mitigation system, RV hookup, RV/car port and a new dishwasher—all completed within the past year. In recent years, nearly every aspect of the home has been refreshed, including Bosch dual built-in ovens, kitchen countertops, refinished floors, and much more. Enjoy the mountain air on two side porches, unwind by the private stone patio and fire pit, or relax in the fenced side yard for added privacy. Circle drive make creates convenience for parking. The property also includes a large storage shed/workshop with electrical service that could be plumbed for another living space, plus the RV parking with electrical hookup—perfect for guests or travel enthusiasts. With smart exterior lighting, thoughtful upgrades, and furnishings negotiable, this home is ideal as a primary residence, second home, or ideal STR/ income-producing investment. Currently listed as STR so showing maybe limited.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1946
Materials
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Cedar Shake,Stone
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Arts and Crafts,Cottage,Modern,Old World
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Disposal,Double Oven,Electric Cooktop,Exhaust Hood,Microwave,Refrigerator,Self Cleaning Oven
- Laundry features: Electric Dryer Hookup,Utility Room,Lower Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Daylight,Finished
Bathroom Full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bathroom Half
- Level: Upper
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Basement
Bedroom S
- Level: Basement
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Area
- Level: Main
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Door features: Insulated Door(s)
- Window features: Window Treatments
- Flooring: Tile,Wood
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
- Finished area below ground: 491
- Finished area above ground: 992
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Electric,Zoned
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 992
- Total interior livable area: 1,483 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Loft
- Level: Upper
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 060998925600000
- Zoning: UR-8
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two and a Half
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio,Rear Porch,Side Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit,Storage
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Lot size: 0.40 Acres
- Features: Level,Open Lot,Wooded
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Circular Driveway,Driveway
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 6
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Landslide
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Buncombe County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,853 | $46,236 |
| Home Insurance * | $212 | $2,544 |
| Property Taxes | $551 | $6,612 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $4,816 | $57,792 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Price change | $762,000 |
| 2026-06-24 | Price change | $772,000 |
| 2026-05-19 | Listed for sale | $769,000 |
| 2026-03-28 | Listing removed | $773,000 |
| 2026-03-20 | Price change | $773,000 |
| 2026-02-02 | Price change | $785,000 |
| 2026-01-07 | Listed for sale | $789,000 |
| 2025-12-07 | Listing removed | $789,000 |
| 2025-10-21 | Listed for sale | $789,000 |
| 2024-06-21 | Sold | $675,000 |
| 2024-06-04 | Listed for sale | $685,000 |
| 2024-06-04 | Pending sale | $685,000 |
| 2024-05-16 | Listed for sale | $685,000 |
| 2023-07-17 | Sold | $425,000 |
| 2023-05-25 | Price change | $425,000 |
| 2023-05-06 | Listed for sale | $435,000 |
| 2019-06-26 | Sold | $329,000 |
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