$8,544 Closing Credit¹
Listing office: Obsidian Real Estate LLC
$700,000 List price
261 Forest Hill Dr Asheville, NC 28803
$8,313
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
2,472 sqft
$283 / sqft
House
Property details
About 261 Forest Hill Dr
This storybook cottage in Kenilworth is brimming with character and thoughtful flexibility. The main level welcomes you with a spacious living room and dining room space, a full bath, 2 cozy bedrooms, and a light-filled sunroom that’s perfect for morning coffee or curling up with a book. The kitchen offers plenty of potential, with an adjacent space perfect for pantry space. Step out back to a private porch tucked into the trees, surrounded by lush, established gardens, a flat grassy yard, and two separate parking areas—plus a handy outdoor shed for tools or toys. Downstairs, a brand new fully finished basement with interior and exterior access opens up endless possibilities: a generous apartment for guests or income potential, a luxurious primary suite, or the ideal setup for multigenerational living. Home has many upgrades -New roof, New HVAC, New exterior paint, this charming cottage offers it all—right in one of Asheville’s most cherished neighborhoods.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,472 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1954
ParkingDriveway
MLS #4269408
FireplaceLiving Room, Wood Burning
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: Driveway
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Heating: Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $700,000
- Price/SqFt: $283
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,971
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: From Downtown Asheville. Take Biltmore rd towards the hospitals. Turn left on Forest hill into Kenilworth. Curve around Forest hill until you come to a fork, go to the right. keep going until you hit your first stop sign, the house will be on the right.
- Year Built: 1954
- Living Area: 2,472 SqFt
- MLS Number: 4269408
- Office Name: Town and Mountain Realty
- Office Email: claire@townandmountain.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2007 | Home Sold | $299,000 |
| May 17, 2005 | Home Sold | $160,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $384,400 | $3,971 |
| 2023 | $384,400 | $3,871 |
| 2022 | $384,400 | $3,833 |
| 2021 | $384,400 | $3,833 |
| 2020 | $302,700 | $3,262 |
| 2019 | $302,700 | $3,262 |
| 2017 | $302,700 | $3,293 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Oakley Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.7 mi
•753 Fairview Rd
3
Hall Fletcher Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
1.9 mi
•60 Ridgelawn Rd
3
Isaac Dickson Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
2.0 mi
•125 Hill St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $46,155. Residents of Asheville, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
28%
<35k
62%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
65%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
24%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Yoga/pilates
Hiking/backpacking
Symphony or Opera
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Nordstrom Rack
Chico's
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Chipotle
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mazda
Volvo
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative
Rock
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 261 Forest Hill Dr
The listing price of 261 Forest Hill Dr property is $700,000.
The property 261 Forest Hill Dr is a house located in Asheville, North Carolina, 28803.
Active Listing: 261 Forest Hill Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 261 Forest Hill Dr are: Oakley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hall Fletcher Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Isaac Dickson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Asheville Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Montford North Star Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Evergreen Community Charter (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), School of Inquiry and Life Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Asheville High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Early College (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,971 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 26, 2007 for $299,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 261 Forest Hill Dr has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 261 Forest Hill Dr is 2,472 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 261 Forest Hill Dr is 1954.
This home is located at 261 Forest Hill Dr in Asheville, NC and zip code 28803 in the Kenilworth neighborhood. This 2,472 square foot home was built in 1954. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $700,000.
Asheville, NC housing market in May 2025 saw over 25 listings sold above listed price, more than 16 sold at listed price and over 105 sold below. In May 2025 in Asheville, NC there were 21.6% more homes for sale than in April. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $504,508, while the average time on the real estate market was 40 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.