78 Morris St, Asheville, NC, 28806
About This Home
Make all your friends jealous; this is the one you've been waiting for! Don't miss the porches, yard, and studio! Thoughtfully designed for buyers seeking a simpler, low-maintenance lifestyle, this charming updated West Asheville cottage lives larger than its square footage thanks to nearly 550 square feet of covered porches and expansive decking, a detached flex studio, and a sunny, level 0.27-acre fenced lot that seamlessly extends the living space outdoors. Offering the perfect blend of artistic character, custom finishes, and modern comfort, this move-in-ready home features an open floor plan with an easy, inviting flow, quartz countertops, and beautiful solid oak interior doors that add warmth and timeless quality throughout. Enjoy the best of indoor-outdoor living with covered front and back porches that expand your living space nearly year-round. Sip your morning coffee on the front porch while taking in mountain views, then unwind in the evening on the covered back porch or sun-filled deck overlooking your private backyard oasis. The spacious fenced yard offers room to garden, entertain, let pets roam, or gather around the fire pit under the stars. The detached 250-square-foot studio offers exceptional flexibility as a home office, art studio, guest space, fitness room, or creative retreat. Complete with a metal roof, electric fireplace, and a new Mitsubishi mini-split (2026), it's a true extension of the home's living space. Thoughtfully cared for and meticulously maintained, this home lets you spend less time on upkeep and more time enjoying everything convenient West Asheville has to offer. Recent improvements include refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior and exterior paint, new fencing, new decking, professional landscaping, a new roof (2025), and a new mini-split in the studio (2026). Additional storage is available in the unfinished basement. Located just a short stroll from Haywood Road's beloved restaurants, breweries, coffee shops, and local shopping, you'll also be just one block from West Asheville Park and only 3/4 mile to the Hominy Creek Greenway. This is the rare opportunity to enjoy the convenience of a walkable West Asheville lifestyle with exceptional outdoor living, flexible bonus space, and a home that truly lives larger than its footprint. This one has it all!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Materials
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Block,Hardboard Siding,Other
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Cooktop,Electric Oven,Electric Water Heater,Exhaust Hood,Refrigerator with Ice Maker,Washer/Dryer
- Laundry features: In Kitchen
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Storage Space,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Breakfast Bar,Open Floorplan
- Door features: French Doors,Insulated Door(s)
- Window features: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Marble,Vinyl,Wood
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 764
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Ductless,Heat Pump
- Cooling features: Ductless,Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 764
- Total interior livable area: 764 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 963801691600000
- Zoning: RS8
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Front Porch,Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Fenced,Privacy
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s),Winter,Year Round
Lot
- Lot size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Green Area,Level,Wooded
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- 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
- 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 | $2,270 | $27,240 |
| Home Insurance * | $124 | $1,488 |
| Property Taxes | $438 | $5,256 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $3,032 | $36,384 |
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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-21 | Listed for sale | $449,000 |
| 2021-03-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2020-12-06 | Listing removed | $1,650 |
| 2020-11-27 | Listed for rent | $1,650 |
| 2015-03-31 | Sold | $165,000 |
View on Zillow