New ListingPrivate contemporary mountain retreat in South Asheville - 291 Merrills Chase Rd sits on 3.6 wooded acres in the sought-after Merrills Chase subdivision, just 20 minutes from downtown Asheville, NC. This 2002-built home offers single-level-friendly living with winter mountain views, a wood-burning fireplace, and an open floor plan that flows to a covered deck for outdoor living. The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath layout includes a walk-out basement with attached garage - ideal for storage, a workshop, or additional flex space. Standout features include a rainwater catchment and filtration system in addition to well, new roof in 2024, and a fenced front yard on a private, sloped, wooded lot. The paved subdivision road (gravel at the upper section) is HOA-maintained. With 3.6 private acres as a backdrop, the property offers a rare blend of seclusion and easy access to South Asheville's shops and restaurants. From fireside evenings by the wood-burning hearth to warm-weather gatherings on the deck, this home is built for enjoying every season. Trails, local wineries, and the Blue Ridge Parkway are all within easy reach for weekend exploring.
| MLS # | 4419826 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | House |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2002 |
| Days On Site | 3 |
| Listing Provided By | Coldwell Banker Advantage | Colleen Hannah |
| Bed(s) | 3 |
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| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,735 |
| Garage | 1 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Acreage | 3.60 |
| Cooling | Central Air, Electric |
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| Heating | Central, Electric |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer |
| Construction Materials | Fiber Cement |
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| Foundation Details | Basement |
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
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| Parking Features | Basement, Driveway, Attached Garage |
| Utilities | Fiber Optics, Wired Internet Available |
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| List Aor | Land of The Sky Association of Realtors |
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| Property | 373000 |
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| State | NC |
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| County | Buncombe |
| City | Asheville |
| Zip Code | 28803 |
| Area | Buncombe |
| Community Name | Merrills Chase |
| School District | T.C. Roberson |
| Elementary School | Glen Arden/Koontz |
| High School | T.C. Roberson |
| Listing VS Median (in Merrills Chase) | |
Price: $700,000 low | high Med: $700,000 sqft: 1,735 low | high Med: 1,735 $ / sqft: $403 low | high Med: $403 On site: 3 low | high Med: 3 | |
| State | NC |
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| County | Buncombe |
| City | Asheville |
| Zip Code | 28803 |
| Area | Buncombe |
| Community Name | Merrills Chase |
| School District | T.C. Roberson |
| Elementary School | Glen Arden/Koontz |
| High School | T.C. Roberson |
| Listing VS Median (in Merrills Chase) | |
Price: $700,000 low | high Med: $700,000 sqft: 1,735 low | high Med: 1,735 $ / sqft: $403 low | high Med: $403 On site: 3 low | high Med: 3 | |