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Property Description
LOCATION! LOCATION! 1.19 ACRE ESTATE LOT! Welcome to "Longview" a unique oasis with plenty of Nature in S. Asheville, on 1.19-acres at road's end, bordering Rosscraggon Woods 20+acre Bird & Wildlife Sanctuary. Enjoy sunset views of Mt. Pisgah & Lake Julian plus gorgeous mature landscaping & trees! This home boasts 3-bedrooms, 3-bathrooms, an Office/Sunroom, a Lower-Level Flex-Family Room, and a Walk-up Attic for storage or future expansion. The Living Room has wormy Chestnut paneling, hardwood floors, and bookcases surrounding the wood burning fireplace and 9ft. ceiling, plus plenty of windows to let in the natural light! Designer Kitchen with a 9ft. ceiling, granite countertops, a wormy chestnut island with a butcher block top, a designer range hood, a tile backsplash, a beverage-frig, plus Bosch Dishwasher/Refrigerator/Range; The Dining Room has hardwood floors and knotty pine, plus a 9 ft. tray ceiling with designer stencil, a fabulous niche, abundant windows plus a pantry; The Large Master Bedroom has a wood-burning fireplace and double closets. Its ensuite bathroom has beautiful porcelain floors, a custom cabinet with a marble countertop and sink, plus an antique tub with tile surround and built in storage. The 2nd Ensuite Bedroom has hardwood floors and a barn door leading to the large bathroom complete with a garden tub with tile surround, plus travertine stone floors and a large closet, The 3rd bedroom, located off of the living room, has wormy chestnut walls & gorgeous photo-sepia wall mural of the Mountains, a window looking into the back yard, a window into the sunroom for extra light, plus easy access to the sunroom via a second door. The 3rd bathroom is located off the main hallway and has travertine stone floors a custom cabinet and granite countertop/sink plus a shower and full laundry area complete with a front-loading washer & dryer. Large Basement Flex-Space/Family Room with luxury vinyl plank flooring and doors leading outside, Enjoy the outdoors on the 20'x12' sun deck with aluminum decking. The carport below has an electric line for an EV charger; New Bosch HVAC (2025); Rinnai on-demand water heater; Plus, a 14'x24' building with electricity & attached carport; The amazing yard is well landscaped with flowering shrubs/trees, fruit trees and perennials. It also has several green spaces and raised garden beds for your vegetables, plus a fully functional Chicken coop. A MUST SEE!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 242 Birch Ln
General
- Sold For: $655,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4249293
- Added to Site: 281 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Attic Stairs Fixed, Attic Walk In, Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Storage, Other - See Remarks
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Exhaust Hood, Filtration System, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer
- Flooring: Stone, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Main - Full Baths: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Bathroom
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Other
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Other - See Remarks
Parking
- Carports: Yes
- Carport Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached Carport, Detached Carport, Driveway
Location
- County: Buncombe
- Subdivision: Mount Royal
- Driving Directions: From downtown Asheville, take Hwy 25 South to Biltmore Village, then turn left onto Sweeten Creek Rd (25A) for about 6.8 miles to left on Birch Lane, house at end of road. From Long Shoals Rd: Cross Hwy 25 at light, follow to Sweeten Creek Rd. Turn RIGHT, travel to Birch Lane on LEFT. Go to end of street to house.
School Information
- Elementary School: Glen Arden/Koontz
- Middle School: Cane Creek
- High School: T.C. Roberson
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas, Wired Internet Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Arts and Crafts
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Stone, Wood
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Interior Entry, Partial, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Main/1st Level: 2,191 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1947
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Concrete, Gravel, Paved
- Elevation (Approx.): 2000
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Orchard(s), Green Area, Paved, Private, Wooded, Views, Other - See Remarks
- Rcmdd Zoning: R-1
Horse Property
- Horse Facility Desc.: None
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Restrictions: No Representation
- Property ID: 9654-38-7121-00000
- Plat: 24/23
- Lot Number: 5904-948
Listed by Suzanne Eddy Inc
Sold by Nexus Realty LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 242 Birch Ln
School District:Buncombe County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Glen Arden Elementary 50 Pinehurst Circle, Arden, NC 28704 | PK-4 | 1.2 mi |
T C Roberson High 250 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC 28803 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Koontz Intermediate School 305 Overlook Road, Asheville, NC 28803 | 5-6 | 1.4 mi |
Cane Creek Middle 570 Lower Brush Creek Road, Fletcher, NC 28732 | 7-8 | 4.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 242 Birch Ln
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/08/2025
Sold
$655,000
-6.29%
MLS
9/16/2025
Price Reduced
$699,000
-3.24%
MLS
8/08/2025
Price Reduced
$722,400
-3.68%
MLS
7/03/2025
Price Reduced
$750,000
-3.23%
MLS
6/13/2025
Price Reduced
$775,000
-3%
MLS
5/15/2025
Listed
$799,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
242 Birch Lane, Arden, NC 28704 (MLS# 4249293) is a Single Family property that was sold at $655,000 on December 08, 2025. Want to learn more about 242 Birch Lane? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Arden? You can browse all Arden real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

