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Property Description
Peaceful retreat ideally located between Asheville and Black Mountain, just steps from the hiking trails of Warren Wilson College. This well-maintained home sits on 1.5+ wooded acres with mountain and sunrise views through the trees. The open main level features a sunroom, custom woodwork, and an updated kitchen and bath. Finished basement offers flexible space with a separate bath, kitchenette, and second sunroom-ideal for guests or rental potential (previous Airbnb use). Enjoy lush landscaping with Japanese maples, dogwoods, azaleas, and rhododendron, plus space to garden and berry bushes in a private, quiet setting. Solar panels, mini-splits, 2019-warrantied roof, updated systems, a two-car garage, and ample parking and storage complete this private mountain refuge.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 50 Rainbow Ridge Rd
General
- Sold For: $529,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4368868
- Added to Site: 65 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Storage
- Fireplace: Yes
- Appliances: Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Solar Hot Water, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Flooring: Concrete, Laminate, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Basement Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Basement
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Storage
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Description: 522 Sq. Ft.
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
Location
- County: Buncombe
- Driving Directions: From Asheville, take I-40 east - Exit 55, left at end of ramp then right on Hwy 70. Left on Warren Wilson Rd. Just past Warren Wilson College turn left on Rainbow Ridge. Home will be on your left.
School Information
- Elementary School: WD Williams
- Middle School: Charles D Owen
- High School: Charles D Owen
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ductless
- Heating Type: Ductless
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: City
- Utility Description: Solar
Structural Information
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Brick Partial, Wood
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Apartment, Basement Shop, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Main/1st Level: 1,157 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1956
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Dirt, Gravel, Paved
- Lot Features: Green Area, Level, Private, Wooded
Disclosures and Reports
- Restrictions: Short Term Rental Allowed
- Property ID: 9679-86-5921-00000
- Lot Number: 5493-471
Listed by Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty
Sold by RE/MAX Executive
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Schools
Schools serving 50 Rainbow Ridge Rd
School District:Buncombe County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
W D Williams Elementary 161 Bee Tree Road, Swannanoa, NC 28778 | PK-5 | 2.1 mi |
Charles D Owen Middle 730 Old US Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 | 6-8 | 3.6 mi |
Charles D Owen High 99 Lake Eden Road, Black Mountain, NC 28711 | 9-12 | 3.7 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 50 Rainbow Ridge Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/18/2026
Sold
$529,000
-1.12%
MLS
4/16/2026
Listed
$535,000
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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.
50 Rainbow Ridge Road, Swannanoa, NC 28778 (MLS# 4368868) is a Single Family property that was sold at $529,000 on June 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 50 Rainbow Ridge Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Swannanoa? You can browse all Swannanoa real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

