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Property Description
Welcome to 72 Fairfax Ave, a quintessential West Asheville bungalow where original character and thoughtful updates come together in all the right ways. Freshly painted Interior and exterior and full of charm, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a versatile 3rd bedroom or flex space, giving you room for a home office, studio, cozy 3rd bedroom, den, or whatever your life calls for. The house is flooded with natural light throughout making it feel cheery and welcoming. Outside, the fenced courtyard style backyard offers a private spot for gardening, gathering, or simply enjoying some fresh air. Another bonus is the oversized garage/workshop - complete with electricity and plenty of room for projects, hobbies, bikes, tools, or all the gear that comes with life in the mountains. A paved driveway provides convenient off-street parking, while the full basement offers additional storage space. Plus, the location is hard to beat! Set on a quiet neighborhood street, you're just a short distance from so much of what makes West Asheville special - local farmers markets and groceries, restaurants and coffee shops, yoga and wellness studios, shopping, ice cream, and all the everyday conveniences. With its blend of character, flexibility, outdoor space, serious workshop potential, and enviable West Asheville location, 72 Fairfax Ave is the kind of bungalow that feels right!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 72 Fairfax Ave
General
- Price: $475,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4428977
- Updated: Today (10/9/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Non-Functional, Non-Functional
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Basement
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Driveway, Detached Garage
Location
- County: Buncombe
- Subdivision: FAIRFIELD HEIGHTS
- Driving Directions: From i-240 from downtown, take exit 2 Haywood rd, turn right on Haywood road, the take a left on Fairfax Ave. House is on Left.
School Information
- Elementary School: Lucy S. Herring
- Middle School: Asheville
- High School: Asheville
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Fiber Cement
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Entry
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Main/1st Level: 1,229 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1948
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Concrete, Paved
- Lot Features: Level
- Rcmdd Zoning: RES
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 96382324980000
- Plat: 0002/0018
- Lot Number: 6124/1540
Listed by Town and Mountain Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 72 Fairfax Ave
School District:Asheville City Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Vance Elementary, Asheville, NC 98 Sulphur Springs Road, Asheville, NC 28806 | K-5 | 0.6 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 | 1.9 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 | 3 mi |
Claxton Elementary 241 Merrimon Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801 | K-5 | 3.1 mi |
Ira B Jones Elementary 544 Kimberly Avenue, Asheville, NC 28804 | K-5 | 4.4 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 72 Fairfax Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/09/2026
Listed
$475,000
5.56%
MLS
9/20/2021
Sold
$450,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 72 Fairfax Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,012
9%
$365,200
—
2023
$3,678
1%
$365,200
—
2022
$3,642
17%
$365,200
16%
2021
$3,126
20%
$313,500
30%
2020
$2,598
2%
$241,000
20%
2019
$2,556
—
$200,100
-16%
2018
$2,556
17%
$237,100
18%
2017
$2,177
38%
$200,100
56%
2015
$1,573
1%
$128,000
—
2014
$1,554
—
$128,000
—
2013
$1,554
—
$128,000
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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72 Fairfax Avenue, Asheville, NC 28806 (MLS# 4428977) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 72 Fairfax Avenue is currently listed for $475,000 and was received on October 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 72 Fairfax 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.

