Listing office: Patton Allen Real Estate LLC
$1,650,000 List price
8 N Kensington Rd Asheville, NC 28804
5 beds
4 full, 1 partial
3,882 sqft
$425 / sqft
House
Property details
About 8 N Kensington Rd
Located on the sought-after N. Kensington Road in Lakeview Park, this beautifully updated historic home offers timeless charm with modern convenience. Set on a generous 0.44-acre lot with mountain views, the home features a bright, welcoming layout, a gas fireplace in the living room, and abundant natural light. The gourmet kitchen boasts marble countertops, custom cabinetry, a LaCanche gas range with a custom carved concrete oven hood, a breakfast bar, and an open flow to the dining area. Enjoy multiple outdoor living spaces, including a sunny deck, screened porch, & inviting sunroom. Upstairs, find four bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a gas fireplace, a walk-in closet, and a luxurious bath with a walk-in shower. The updated main-level laundry adds convenience with extra storage and a utility sink. The finished lower level includes a guest bedroom, family room, office, and a 2-car garage w/ additional storage. Walkable to Beaver Lake, grocery, restaurants, and more.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,882 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1928
ParkingDriveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side
MLS #4243586
Attached garageYes
FireplaceGas, Living Room
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
- Interior: Attic Stairs Pulldown, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cable Prewire, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Gas, Living Room
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side
- Exterior: Fire Pit
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,650,000
- Price/SqFt: $425
- Annual Tax Amount: $8,158
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: From Downtown Asheville Head north on Merrimon Avenue (US-25) Turn right onto Midland Road after the Country Club of Asheville golf course. Veer left to stay on Midland Road Turn left onto N Kensington Road; 8 N Kensington Road will be on your left.
- Year Built: 1928
- Living Area: 3,882 SqFt
- MLS Number: 4243586
- Office Name: Ivester Jackson Blackstream
- Office Email: Laura@IJBproperties.com
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $789,700 | $8,158 |
| 2023 | $789,700 | $7,953 |
| 2022 | $789,700 | $7,874 |
| 2021 | $789,700 | $7,874 |
| 2020 | $749,200 | $8,075 |
| 2019 | $749,200 | $8,075 |
| 2017 | $749,200 | $8,150 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Ira B Jones Elementary School
Public Magnet PK-5
0.8 mi
•544 Kimberly Ave
4
Woodfin Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.5 mi
•108 Elk Mountain Rd
4
Claxton Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-5
2.1 mi
•241 Merrimon Ave
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 $89,936. Typical income of Asheville, NC residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
9%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
11%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
35%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
22%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
21%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
BJs Wholesale Club
Stein Mart
Kmart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Panera
Cracker Barrel
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Lexus
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Oldies
News/Talk/Information
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 8 N Kensington Rd
The listing price of 8 N Kensington Rd property is $1,650,000.
The property 8 N Kensington Rd is a house located in Asheville, North Carolina, 28804.
Active Listing: 8 N Kensington Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 8 N Kensington Rd are: Ira B Jones Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Woodfin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Claxton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Montford North Star Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Asheville Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), C.A. Erwin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Nesbitt Discovery Academy (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Clyde A. Erwin High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Asheville High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $8,158 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 8 N Kensington Rd has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 8 N Kensington Rd is 3,882 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 8 N Kensington Rd is 1928.
This home is located at 8 N Kensington Rd in Asheville, NC and zip code 28804 in the Lakeview Park neighborhood. This 3,882 square foot home was built in 1928. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,650,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Asheville, NC there were more than 23 sold above asking price, over 94 sold below and more than 29 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Asheville, NC increased by 8.2% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 40 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $507,511 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.