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Property Description
Historic Druid Hills bungalow, now offered at $528,500! Built in 1926 and filled with the character buyers love in an established Hendersonville home, 1534 Kensington Road offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and 1,638 square feet of inviting main-level living. Step through the front sunroom into bright, open living and dining spaces featuring beautiful wood floors, high ceilings, detailed molding and classic trim. The primary suite includes a private bath and walk-in closet, while one of the secondary bedrooms stands out with abundant natural light, built-in shelving and a built-in desk-perfect for working from home, reading or creating. Upstairs, partially finished attic space adds nearly 500 square feet of additional flexible-use space outside the advertised HLA, ideal for hobbies, a playroom, studio or storage (ceiling height just under 7 feet). Outside, mature Japanese maples, established landscaping, a tranquil pond, fenced backyard and deck create a setting that feels worlds away while still being close to everything. Enjoy tree-lined Druid Hills, nearby schools, and easy access to Downtown Hendersonville's restaurants, coffee shops, parks, library, shopping and entertainment. If you've been waiting for a home with history, personality and a WALKABLE location that's hard to replicate, it's time to take another look at Kensington.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1534 Kensington Rd
General
- Price: $528,500
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4378641
- Updated: 9/29/2026
- Added to Site: 151 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Attic Other, Attic Walk In, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Electric, Living Room, Electric, Living Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Flooring: 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: Inside, Main Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Other - See Remarks
Parking
- Parking Features: Parking Space(s)
Location
- County: Henderson
- Subdivision: Druid Hills
- Driving Directions: GPS will get you there.
School Information
- Elementary School: Bruce Drysdale
- Middle School: Hendersonville
- High School: Hendersonville
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Central, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utility Description: Natural Gas
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Brick Partial, Wood
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Main/1st Level: 1,638 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1926
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Gravel, Paved
- Lot Features: Level, Wooded
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Restrictions: No Representation, Other - See Remarks
- Property ID: 106937
- Plat: B/41A
- Lot Number: 867-109
Listed by EXP Realty LLC
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Schools
Schools serving 1534 Kensington Rd
School District:Henderson County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hendersonville Elementary 1039 Randall Circle, Hendersonville, NC 28791 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Bruce Drysdale Elementary 271 Bearcat Boulevard, Hendersonville, NC 28792 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Hendersonville Middle 825 North Whitted Street, Hendersonville, NC 28791 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Hendersonville High 1 Bearcat Boulevard, Hendersonville, NC 28791 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Henderson Co Early College High 300 East Campus Drive, Flat Rock, NC 28731 | 9-12 | 3.3 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 1534 Kensington Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/23/2026
Price Reduced
$528,500
-3.73%
MLS
7/15/2026
Price Reduced
$549,000
-1.79%
MLS
5/07/2026
Listed
$559,000
—
MLS
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 1534 Kensington Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,691
—
$426,200
51%
2025
$2,691
49%
$283,000
70%
2022
$1,801
—
$166,600
—
2021
$1,801
3%
$166,600
—
2020
$1,751
—
$166,600
—
2019
$1,751
131%
$166,600
24%
2018
$759
—
$134,300
—
2017
$759
—
$134,300
—
2016
$759
10%
$134,300
—
2015
$690
2%
$134,300
2%
2013
$676
—
$131,700
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 1534 Kensington Rd
1534 Kensington Road, Hendersonville, NC 28791 (MLS# 4378641) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1534 Kensington Road is currently listed for $528,500 and was received on May 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 1534 Kensington Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hendersonville? You can browse all Hendersonville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

