5 Hillcrest Rd E, Asheville, NC, 28804
About This Home
Tucked away at the end of a quiet dead-end road, 5 Hillcrest Road offers a rare sense of privacy and connection to nature in the heart of North Asheville. Set on .57 acres, this inviting mountain home is designed to embrace its surroundings, with beautiful views, abundant natural light, and multiple outdoor living spaces that make the landscape part of everyday life. The open main level is framed by dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows in the living and dining areas, filling the home with light and capturing the lush scenery beyond. A spacious kitchen with granite countertops and a gas fireplace creates a warm gathering place, while an expansive screened porch, generous decks, and peaceful patios offer exceptional spaces for dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the mountain setting. Upstairs, three bedrooms feature large windows and direct access to outdoor living areas, creating private retreats immersed in the surrounding beauty. The walk-out lower level adds remarkable versatility with a separate apartment plus a spacious family room with fireplace—ideal for extended family, guests, a private work-from-home suite, or potential rental income. Private and peaceful, yet remarkably convenient, the home is just minutes from Beaver Lake and its walking trails, everyday shopping and dining, and the vibrant restaurants, galleries, and cultural attractions of downtown Asheville. Downtown Weaverville is also within easy reach, offering the best of North Asheville living with both nature and convenience close at hand.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Brick Partial,Wood
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
- Laundry features: Laundry Room,Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Apartment,Basement Garage Door,Daylight,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Family Room
- Level: Basement
Features
- Pantry,Walk-In Pantry
- Door features: Sliding Doors
- Flooring: Wood
- Fireplace features: Family Room,Gas Vented,Kitchen,Wood Burning Stove
- Finished area below ground: 1,042
- Finished area above ground: 1,987
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,987
- Total interior livable area: 3,029 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Basement
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits
Details
- Parcel number: 9740384768
- Zoning: RS4
- Special condition: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
- Horse amenities: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Balcony,Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Patio,Screened
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range,Mountain(s),Winter,Year Round
Lot
- Lot size: 0.57 Acres
- Features: Cul-De-Sac,Private,Views
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway,Attached Garage,Parking Space(s),Tandem
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Tornado
- 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 | $4,798 | $57,576 |
| Home Insurance * | $277 | $3,324 |
| Property Taxes | $450 | $5,400 |
| Electricity | $282 | $3,385 |
| Total | $5,807 | $69,684 |
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
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-23 | Listed for sale | $949,000 |
| 2025-10-07 | Listing removed | $949,000 |
| 2025-05-14 | Price change | $949,000 |
| 2024-12-02 | Listed for sale | $998,000 |
| 2024-10-06 | Listing removed | $998,000 |
| 2024-09-19 | Price change | $998,000 |
| 2024-09-06 | Listed for sale | $1,095,000 |
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