4 Arbutus Rd, Asheville, NC, 28805
About This Home
Tucked away in the heart of East Asheville, this sweet cottage is full of charm and waiting for its next chapter. Just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway, downtown Asheville, local restaurants, and all the conveniences of East Asheville, you’ll love the location as much as the home. Inside you’ll find 1 cozy bedroom, 1 bath, and a surprisingly spacious laundry room with plenty of room to create a guest nook, home office, or creative space. Two dedicated parking spots make everyday living easy, and with a little love and vision, this cottage could truly shine. Whether you’re searching for your first home, a mountain getaway, or an investment opportunity, this little gem is full of possibilities. Come see it for yourself—you just might fall in love.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1947
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Vinyl
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Oven,Electric Range,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Main Level
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Carpet,Vinyl,Wood
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 528
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Electric
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 528
- Total interior livable area: 528 sqft
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 966816636900000
- Zoning: RS8
- Special condition: Subject to Lease
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered,Front Porch
Lot
- Lot size: 0.06 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Shared Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered 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
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- 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 | $986 | $11,832 |
| Home Insurance * | $52 | $624 |
| Property Taxes | $159 | $1,908 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $1,397 | $16,764 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-03 | Price change | $195,000 |
| 2026-07-23 | Price change | $205,000 |
| 2026-07-15 | Price change | $213,000 |
| 2026-07-09 | Listed for sale | $227,000 |
| 2025-09-12 | Listing removed | $1,200 |
| 2025-07-31 | Price change | $1,200 |
| 2025-07-18 | Price change | $1,250 |
| 2025-07-09 | Price change | $1,295 |
| 2025-06-26 | Price change | $1,350 |
| 2025-06-10 | Listed for rent | $1,395 |
| 2009-09-09 | Sold | $85,000 |
| 2008-06-13 | Sold | $35,000 |
| 2008-06-10 | Listed for sale | $39,900 |
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