224 Old Home Rd, Asheville, NC, 28804
About This Home
Endless Potential on 4 Acres – Minutes from Asheville Opportunity knocks with this rare 4-acre property just a short drive from Asheville! If you’ve been searching for a fixer-upper with room to grow, garden, and create your own mountain retreat, this is it. The existing home is ready for your vision and renovation, offering a solid starting point for a primary residence, rental investment, or weekend getaway. With four usable acres, the possibilities extend far beyond the home itself. Homesteaders will appreciate the open space for gardens, orchards, chickens, or even small livestock. There’s plenty of room for raised beds, greenhouses, and outdoor living areas to fully embrace a self-sufficient lifestyle. Mature trees and natural surroundings provide privacy while still maintaining easy access. For investors or those thinking long-term, the acreage also offers potential for subdivision (buyer to verify), creating additional homesites in a highly desirable area near Asheville. Enjoy the best of both worlds — peaceful country living with convenient access to Asheville’s dining, arts, outdoor recreation, and vibrant community. Bring your tools, your plans, and your imagination — this property is ready to become something special.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
No Nearby Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Materials
- Construction materials: Stucco,Wood
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Oven,Electric Water Heater,Filtration System,Oven,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 672
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Wood Stove
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 672
- Total interior livable area: 672 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 973176418100000
- Zoning: R-3
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 4.02 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
- 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 | $1,820 | $21,840 |
| Home Insurance * | $105 | $1,260 |
| Property Taxes | $199 | $2,388 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $2,324 | $27,888 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | Price change | $360,000 |
| 2026-04-03 | Price change | $381,000 |
| 2026-02-20 | Listed for sale | $406,000 |
| 1997-06-26 | Sold | $75,000 |
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