24 Rhododendron Dr, Asheville, NC, 28805
About This Home
Small in size, big on charm. Welcome to 24 Rhododendron Drive, a cozy cottage tucked away in East Asheville's historic Homeland Park. Filled with natural light from an entire wall of windows and featuring vaulted ceilings, this studio lives much larger than its footprint. Inside, you'll find an open layout with updated LVP flooring, a well-designed kitchen, and a Mitsubishi mini-split that keeps the home comfortable year-round. A full-size stackable washer and dryer, metal roof, and other thoughtful updates make this home easy to own and enjoy. Out back, the private fenced flagstone patio feels like your own little retreat—perfect for morning coffee, reading a book, or winding down after exploring Asheville. An off-street parking space adds even more convenience. This home is ready from day one whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a weekend getaway, or an investment. Its location just minutes from downtown Asheville, the VA Hospital, Blue Ridge Parkway, shopping, and local restaurants makes it especially appealing for traveling medical professionals or anyone wanting to enjoy everything Asheville has to offer. Originally built as part of the historic Homeland Park cottage community in the 1930s, this home offers a rare chance to own a piece of Asheville history without sacrificing modern comfort. It's proof that great things really do come in small packages.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1937
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Vinyl
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Oven,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
- Laundry features: Laundry Closet
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 372
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Ductless
- Cooling features: Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 372
- Total interior livable area: 372 sqft
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 966826069400000
- Zoning: RS8
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 0.03 Acres
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
- 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 | $1,339 | $16,068 |
| Home Insurance * | $71 | $852 |
| Property Taxes | $216 | $2,592 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $1,826 | $21,912 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-03 | Listed for sale | $265,000 |
| 2025-09-05 | Listing removed | $282,500 |
| 2025-03-13 | Listed for sale | $282,500 |
| 2023-08-31 | Sold | $249,000 |
| 2023-08-02 | Listed for sale | $249,000 |
| 2020-10-22 | Sold | $152,888 |
| 2020-09-29 | Pending sale | $162,000 |
| 2020-09-28 | Price change | $162,000 |
| 2020-09-12 | Listed for sale | $175,000 |
| 2019-04-11 | Sold | $136,000 |
| 2019-03-07 | Pending sale | $136,000 |
| 2019-02-26 | Listed for sale | $136,000 |
| 2019-02-23 | Listing removed | $900 |
| 2019-02-16 | Price change | $900 |
| 2019-01-29 | Listed for rent | $950 |
| 2018-07-27 | Listing removed | $950 |
| 2018-07-13 | Price change | $950 |
| 2018-07-09 | Listed for rent | $975 |
| 2018-02-10 | Listing removed | $950 |
| 2018-02-08 | Listed for rent | $950 |
| 2017-09-29 | Sold | $100,000 |
| 2017-09-18 | Price change | $128,500 |
| 2017-09-06 | Listed for sale | $133,500 |
| 2012-04-04 | Listing removed | $27,000 |
| 2012-03-27 | Price change | $27,000 |
| 2012-03-24 | Listed for sale | -- |
| 2008-01-09 | Sold | $77,500 |
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