Listing office: Mackey Realty LLC
Property details
About 39 Short St
This precious downtown oasis offers abundant outdoor living in Montford! Vaulted ceilings, an open floor plan, & plenty of natural light are not the only WOW factors. Positioned on a one-way street with minimal car traffic, enjoy the neighborhood from the idyllic covered front porch or through the many south & west facing windows in the living room. Entertain with privacy in the stunning sunroom & spacious back deck, while your dog roams the no-mow yard with picket fence (rare for Montford, but grandfathered in!). Off-street parking, ample storage, & a low-maintenance yard with mulched pathways & beds ready for your sun-loving plants are rare amenities. With a separate entrance & deck, the sunny studio apartment is perfect to host a guest or tenant (buyer to confirm). A block from downtown & the greenway, so close to groceries, popular eateries, craft cocktails, breweries, & parks. This little gem boasting big living within a caring Montford community is ready for you to call it home.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingDuctless, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Space Heater(s)
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless
Size963 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1996
ParkingDriveway, Parking Space(s)
MLS #4216247
ViewMountain(s)
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
- Interior: Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Storage
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: Driveway, Parking Space(s)
- View: Mountain(s)
- Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
- Heating: Ductless, Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Space Heater(s)
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless
- List Price: $650,000
- Price/SqFt: $674
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,712
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: Take Montford Avenue. Go 0.1 mile to right on Bearden. Go 0.1 mile to right on Cumberland. Go 0.2 miles to right on Cherry. Go 300 feet to right on Short Street. #39 is on the right. OR coming from Broadway heading towards downtown, take a left on Cherry Street. Go 0.3 miles to right on Short Street. #39 is on the right. (Short Street is one-way!)
- Year Built: 1996
- Living Area: 963 SqFt
- MLS Number: 4216247
- Office Name: Nest Realty Asheville
- Office Email: rachelasheville@gmail.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2003 | Home Sold | $129,000 |
| Nov 11, 2003 | Home Sold | $129,000 |
| Sep 05, 2001 | Home Sold | $90,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $359,400 | $3,712 |
| 2023 | $359,400 | $3,619 |
| 2022 | $359,400 | $3,583 |
| 2021 | $359,400 | $3,583 |
| 2020 | $293,900 | $3,167 |
| 2019 | $293,900 | $3,167 |
| 2017 | $293,900 | $3,197 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Isaac Dickson Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
0.3 mi
•125 Hill St
4
Claxton Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
0.8 mi
•241 Merrimon Ave
5
Emma Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.8 mi
•37 Brickyard Rd
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 $61,408. Typical income of Asheville, NC residents is between $35k-100k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
31%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
18%
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?
73%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
13%
Married, No Kids
7%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
9%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
39%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Soccer
Continuing Education Courses
Yoga/pilates
Where do the neighbors shop?
Forever 21
Express/Express For Men
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
Qdoba
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Mazda
Volkswagen
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Contemporary- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 39 Short St
The listing price of 39 Short St property is $650,000.
The property 39 Short St is a house located in Asheville, North Carolina, 28801.
Active Listing: 39 Short St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 39 Short St are: Isaac Dickson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Claxton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Emma Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Montford North Star Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Asheville Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Francine Delany New School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Nesbitt Discovery Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Asheville High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), School of Inquiry and Life Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,712 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on November 12, 2003 for $129,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 39 Short St has 2 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 39 Short St is 963 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 39 Short St is 1996.
This home is located at 39 Short St in Asheville, NC and zip code 28801 in the Historic Montford neighborhood. This 963 square foot home was built in 1996. Features: 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $650,000.
While more than 23 listings in Asheville, NC in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 29 listings sold at asking price, and more than 94 were sold below. In June 2025 in Asheville, NC there were 8.2% more homes for sale than in May. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $507,511, while the average time on the real estate market was 40 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.