Active

48 Springvale Avenue

Asheville, NC 28803
Mark as Favorite
Bed 1

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

SqFt788

Sqft

Acres0.19

Acre(Lot)

Tucked into the convenient Oakley area of Asheville, this thoughtfully reimagined cottage lives as a rare combination of private garden sanctuary and in-town convenience. Fully fenced and surrounded by mature plantings, the property feels worlds away yet sits just moments from shopping, dining, and everyday essentials, including a nearby movie theater and walkable retail. Originally built in 1920, the home underwent an extensive renovation in 2012, opening walls and ceilings to the framing in many areas and rebuilding with updated systems, insulation, and intentional design. The result is a space that blends vintage character with an airy, modern feel, highlighted by vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, and natural light throughout the main living areas. Original elements were thoughtfully retained and repurposed, preserving the home’s charm while creating a fresh and inviting interior. The open living and kitchen area flows into a light-filled sunroom that, while not counted in the heated square footage, serves as a highly usable extension of the home—ideal for yoga, reading, or morning coffee. A wall-mounted electric heater has been added in the bedroom to support heated living area functionality; buyer to verify. Primary heating is provided by the mini-split system and wood-burning stove. A loft accessed by a built-in ladder offers flexible space and adds to the home’s character. Outside, the property unfolds into a thoughtfully cultivated landscape with established perennial gardens, winding paths, and multiple outdoor living areas designed over many years. Two greenhouses, including one electrified for grow lights and seed starting, support year-round gardening. Additional structures include a potting shed, garden shed, and tool shed, all contributing to both function and charm. The expansive deck serves as a natural extension of the home and centers around a 6-person traditional outdoor sauna with accompanying cold plunge setup, creating a true wellness-focused environment. Birdlife is abundant, with cardinals, wrens, blue jays, and other songbirds regularly visiting the property. Despite its sense of seclusion, the location offers exceptional access with close proximity to Biltmore Village, Mission Hospital, downtown Asheville, and I-240 and I-40, along with nearby dining and entertainment options. A rare offering that lives far beyond its square footage, this property combines renovated living, garden infrastructure, wellness features, and privacy into a home that feels as much like a retreat as it does a residence.

Read More Expand

Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $359,000

AD Id : 76746578

MLS Id : CAR4351821

Beds : 1

Lot Size : 0.19 Acre

Living Area Size : 788

Year Built : 1920

County : Buncombe

Subdivision: Oakley

  • Map Map

Map

Map What's Nearby

Map Nearby Areas

Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 1

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 1 Full Baths: 1

    Interior Features

    Built-in Features, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Sauna, Storage Roof: Architectural Shingle Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, In Bathroom, Washer Hookup

    Roofing Information

    Architectural Shingle
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Wood, Other - See Remarks Construction Materials: Wood
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Ductless, Electric, Wood Stove Cooling: Ductless WaterSource: City

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1920
  • Exterior Features

    Sauna Construction Materials: Wood Foundation Details: Crawl Space Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Cleared, Green Area, Level, Private, Wooded Lot Size Area: 0.19 acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence Style: Cottage

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$359000

  • Tax Information

    Tax Assessed Value: 255700 Parcel Number: 9658-21-9572-00000

  • Parking Information

    Open Parking: Owner has utilized the vacant lot across the street for occasional overflow parking without issue. Driveway, Other - See Remarks

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Oakley Junior High School: AC Reynolds Senior High School: AC Reynolds
  • Utility Information

    Cable Available Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: City
  • Location Information

    Subdivision: Oakley City: Asheville Direction: Swannanoa River Rd to Glendale Ave; left on Dogwood Ln to intersection of Springvale Ave—home is directly ahead behind the fence - you will see teal mailbox showing the 48 address. Vacant field on the left just before the intersection may be used for convenient parking. Note: some mapping systems may reference a Biltmore Forest address; property is not located in Biltmore Forest—please follow directions.
Sell a home like this and save $21,041 Find out How

At $455.58 per sq.ft.,this listing is priced below average compared to other homes from Asheville.

The average homes price in Asheville is $370202.62 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2102.04.

The average homes price in Buncombe County is $373818.81 with avg. price / sq.ft of $2100.74.

How much is this property worth?

Curious about this home's true market value? Use our free Home Evaluation Tool to instantly get a personalized Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) report. Make smarter, data-driven decisions before you buy.

Images
Loading, please wait...

Nearby Home Value

Address Estimate Bed Bath Sq. Ft Lot Size
224 Leucothoe Lane, Asheville, NC, 28803 $675,000 3 2 1,454 1,454 SqFt
9999 Cedar Hill Drive #12, Asheville, NC, 28803 $4,995,000 4 4 5,316 5,316 SqFt
22 Chesten Mountain Drive, Asheville, NC, 28803 $1,900,000 4 5 3,084 3,084 SqFt
99999 Merrills Cove Roa.., Asheville, NC, 28803 $1,995,000 3 1 --
17 Fig Tree Lane, Asheville, NC, 28803 $1,995,000 3 3 2,930 2,930 SqFt
5 Veranda Trail #19, Asheville, NC, 28803 $549,900 3 3 1,841 1,841 SqFt
435 Barrington Drive, Asheville, NC, 28803 $1,389,000 3 4 3,397 3,397 SqFt
413 Barrington Drive, Asheville, NC, 28803 $2,690,000 5 8 7,701 7,701 SqFt
450 Barrington Drive, Asheville, NC, 28803 $1,900,000 3 4 3,076 3,076 SqFt
8 Indian Ridge Road, Asheville, NC, 28803 $717,000 4 4 2,752 2,752 SqFt

Disclaimer: The information being provided courtesy of CAROLINA (Canopy MLS) as distributed by MLS GRID and is for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumer may be interested in purchasing. Any information relating to real estate for sale referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of theCAROLINA (Canopy MLS). ByOwner.com is not a Multiple Listing Service (MLS), nor does it offer MLS access. ByOwner.com is a broker participant of CAROLINA (Canopy MLS). This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 04/06/2026 @ 06:20. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by the broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.

Consumer use of IDX Listings Disclaimer: Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 04/06/2026 @ 06:20. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. The data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by MLS GRID. The use of the MLS GRID Data may be subject to an end user license agreement prescribed by the Member Participant’s applicable MLS if any and as amended from time to time.


DMCA Notice: The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. § 512 (the “DMCA”) provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked. Notices must be sent in writing by email to DMCAnotice@MLSGrid.com.
“The DMCA requires that your notice of alleged copyright infringement include the following information:
(1) description of the copyrighted work that is the subject of claimed infringement;
(2) description of the alleged infringing content and information sufficient to permit us to locate the content;
(3) contact information for you, including your address, telephone number and email address;
(4) a statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the content in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, or its agent, or by the operation of any law;
(5) a statement by you, signed under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you have the authority to enforce the copyrights that are claimed to be infringed; and
(6) a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on the copyright owner’s behalf. Failure to include all of the above information may result in the delay of the processing of your complaint.

ByOwner last updated this listing 04/06/2026 @ 06:20

MLS: CAROLINA #4351821 LISTED BY: Chris Tuten, EXP Realty LLC 888-584-9431 SOURCE: CAROLINA (Canopy MLS)

Selling? Save $21,041 when you sell a home like this

Learn More about this Property