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Property Description
Sun-filled brick bungalow in the heart of West Asheville! A short stroll to Sunny Point, Oyster House Brewing and all things Haywood Rd., this well cared for home is nestled in one of Asheville's most vibrant neighborhoods. Easy access to both Patton Ave, I26 and downtown Asheville. Gorgeous oak floors throughout and even some heart pine. Front room with separate outside entrance is perfect for home office/business. Large brick fireplace with natural gas insert commands the living room. Formal dining room off the LR leads to a separate breakfast nook or bonus room. Cozy kitchen with natural gas range and large pantry. Massive screened-in porch off kitchen overlooks the fenced-in backyard. Great daylight basement with storage galore and a surprise functional toilet! Many recent updates include new electrical service, high efficiency HVAC with A/C, water heater and sewer line! Deep driveway leads to a detached garage with power. This home has much to offer!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 138 Dorchester Ave
General
- Sold For: $470,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4214545
- Added to Site: 403 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Attic Other, Attic Stairs Pulldown, Pantry, Storage
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas Vented, Insert, Living Room, Gas Vented, Insert, Living Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Basement
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- County: Buncombe
- Subdivision: Horneyhurst
- Driving Directions: From Downtown Asheville, take 240 W to exit 2. R onto Haywood Rd. R onto Dorchester Ave at the Oyster House. Stay left when road splits. 138 will be on your R.
School Information
- Elementary School: Asheville City
- Middle School: Asheville
- High School: Asheville
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Electric, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Brick Full, Fiber Cement
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Roof: Composition
- Main/1st Level: 1,265 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1929
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Concrete, Paved
- Elevation (Approx.): 2000
- Lot Features: Infill Lot, Rolling Slope, Wooded
- Rcmdd Zoning: RM8
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 9638-36-2774-00000
- Lot Number: 5240-934
Listed by Appalachian Realty Associates
Sold by Schuelke Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 138 Dorchester Ave
School District:Asheville City Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Vance Elementary, Asheville, NC 98 Sulphur Springs Road, Asheville, NC 28806 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Hall Fletcher Elementary 60 Ridgelawn Road, Asheville, NC 28806 | K-5 | 1 mi |
Asheville High 419 McDowell Street, Asheville, NC 28803 | 9-12 | 2.2 mi |
Asheville Middle 211 South French Broad Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi |
School Of Inquiry And Life Science 419 McDowell Street, Asheville, NC 28803 | 9-12 | 2.2 mi |
Isaac Dickson Elementary 125 Hillside Street, Asheville, NC 28801 | K-5 | 2.4 mi |
Claxton Elementary 241 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801 | K-5 | 2.6 mi |
Ira B Jones Elementary 544 Kimberly Avenue, Asheville, NC 28804 | K-5 | 3.8 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 138 Dorchester Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/11/2025
Sold
$470,000
-3.09%
MLS
2/18/2025
Price Reduced
$485,000
-2.02%
MLS
1/20/2025
Listed
$495,000
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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.
138 Dorchester Avenue, Asheville, NC 28806 (MLS# 4214545) is a Single Family property that was sold at $470,000 on April 11, 2025. Want to learn more about 138 Dorchester Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Asheville? You can browse all Asheville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

