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Property Description
Incredible opportunity in Riceville Forest. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home on a full unfinished basement. Private .61 acre partially fenced lot. Mountain views from the front deck. The open living space has hardwood floors, a cathedral ceiling and a fireplace with gas logs. Spacious primary bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and walk-in closet. Home is in need of some cosmetic updates and is priced accordingly. Short term rentals allowed.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 516 Lafayette Ave
General
- Sold For: $390,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4357712
- Added to Site: 66 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Propane, Gas Log, Propane
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Level
Additional Information
- Equipment: Fuel Tank - Leased
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Basement, Driveway
Location
- County: Buncombe
- Subdivision: Riceville Forest
- Driving Directions: From Asheville: take 240 east to exit 7: US-70. Go 2.1 miles then turn Left on Riceville Rd. Go 2.5 miles then turn Left on Independence Blvd. Go .6 miles then turn Right on Lafayette Ave. Property is on the Right in .2 miles.
School Information
- Elementary School: Charles C Bell
- Middle School: AC Reynolds
- High School: AC Reynolds
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- Heating Type: Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Wood
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Basement Garage Door, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Unfinished
- Main/1st Level: 1,290 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1990
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt, Paved
- Lot Features: Private, Wooded, Views
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 9760-61-3884-00000
- Lot Number: 1992-117
Listed by Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park
Sold by Asheville Realty Group
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Schools
Schools serving 516 Lafayette Ave
School District:Buncombe County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Charles C Bell Elementary 90 Maple Springs Road, Asheville, NC 28805 | PK-5 | 2.8 mi |
A C Reynolds High One Rocket Drive, Asheville, NC 28803 | 9-12 | 5.6 mi |
A C Reynolds Middle 2 Rocket Drive, Asheville, NC 28803 | 6-8 | 5.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 516 Lafayette Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/28/2026
Sold
$390,000
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MLS
3/17/2026
Listed
$390,000
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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.
516 Lafayette Avenue, Asheville, NC 28805 (MLS# 4357712) is a Single Family property that was sold at $390,000 on April 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 516 Lafayette 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.

