$479,900

84 Walnut St Unit 203 Asheville, NC 28801

$5,699
Closing credit¹
1 bed
1 full
739 sqft
$649 / sqft
Condo

Property details

About 84 Walnut St Unit 203

Here’s your chance to own a slice of Asheville’s vibrant history in the iconic Old Penney’s Building—a true masterpiece from the 1920s designed by famed architect Richard Sharp Smith and substantially renovated in 2000. This updated condo is filled with vintage character & timeless charm, featuring original hardwood floors, lofty ceilings, distinctive curved walls, and oversized windows. Enjoy the unique blend of old-world design and modern comfort in this elegant, artistic, and move-in-ready space! Relax on the rooftop terrace while soaking in panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, enchanting sunsets, and all of Asheville! Located in the heart of downtown, enjoy unbeatable access to dining, shopping, entertainment & the ultimate city life right outside your door. Thanks to the building’s historic designation, property taxes remain exceptionally low. Ground-level storage is available, & as a bonus, this unit is zoned live/work and allows for annual rentals. A truly special find!

Highlights

Home typeCondominium
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size739 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1925
ParkingOn Street, Parking Deck
MLS #4244695
ViewCity, Other, Mountain(s)

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Interior: Breakfast Bar, Open Floorplan
  • Total Bedroom Count: 1
  • Parking: On Street, Parking Deck
  • View: City, Other, Mountain(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $479,900
  • Price/SqFt: $649
  • HOA Amount: $437 Monthly
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,904
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: GPS will get you here.
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Living Area: 739 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 4244695
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Professionals
  • Office Email: Marie@MarieReedTeam.com

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 14, 2023
Home Sold
$445,000
Apr 28, 2021
Home Sold
$385,000
Apr 16, 2013
Home Sold
$229,000
Mar 22, 2013
Home Sold
$50,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$339,900$1,904
2023$339,900$1,711
2022$339,900$1,694
2021$300,500$1,498

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Isaac Dickson Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.6 mi

125 Hill St

4

Claxton Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

0.8 mi

241 Merrimon Ave

3

Hall Fletcher Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

1.8 mi

60 Ridgelawn Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $21,393. Most Asheville, NC residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. Typical family type is single, 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?

66%
<35k
24%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
5%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

87%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
10%
Married, No Kids
1%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

1%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • UFCUFC

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Chico'sChico's
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • Church's ChickenChurch's Chicken
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • OldsmobileOldsmobile
  • CadillacCadillac
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
  • ClassicalClassical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 84 Walnut St Unit 203

The listing price of 84 Walnut St Unit 203 property is $479,900.

The property 84 Walnut St Unit 203 is a condo located in Asheville, North Carolina, 28801.

Active Listing: 84 Walnut St Unit 203 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 84 Walnut St Unit 203 are: Isaac Dickson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Claxton Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Hall Fletcher Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Montford North Star Academy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Asheville Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Francine Delany New School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Asheville High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), School of Inquiry and Life Sciences (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Early College (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $1,904 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 14, 2023 for $445,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 84 Walnut St Unit 203 has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.

The property 84 Walnut St Unit 203 is 739 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 84 Walnut St Unit 203 is 1925.

This home is located at 84 Walnut St Unit 203 in Asheville, NC and zip code 28801 in the Downtown Asheville neighborhood. This 739 square foot home was built in 1925. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 17, 2025 and is currently priced at $479,900.

In May 2025, from all listings sold in Asheville, NC there were more than 25 sold above asking price, over 105 sold below and more than 16 were sold right at the asked price. In May 2025 in Asheville, NC there were 21.6% more homes for sale than in April. In May 2025, listings were on the market for 40 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $504,508.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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