
$574,900 $239/sqft
539 Caribou Road
Asheville, NC 28803
4 bd · 3 ba · 2,409 sqft · 1995 · 4 mo ago
Roosevelt Park has the feel of a well-situated South Asheville pocket where classic homes, generous lots, and everyday convenience come together.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Roosevelt Park, Asheville
Roosevelt Park has the feel of a well-situated South Asheville pocket where classic homes, generous lots, and everyday convenience come together. The neighborhood sits just south of Biltmore Village and close to the Blue Ridge Parkway, so the setting feels connected to both city life and the mountain landscape. Many homes here lean toward mid-century and ranch-style design, with updates that keep the character intact while adding modern livability.
"A South Asheville address that balances established character with easy access to Asheville’s most visited corridors."
Single-family homes define the area, and the streets show a mix of compact cottages, brick ranches, and larger renovated residences. Construction dates stretch from the late 1920s through the early 2000s, which gives the neighborhood a layered look rather than a uniform one. Brick appears often enough to shape the streetscape, though not every home follows that pattern. Inside, buyers tend to find hardwood floors, updated kitchens, fireplaces, and flexible lower-level spaces. Basements are a meaningful part of the housing stock, and several homes make good use of them for storage, work areas, or expanded living space. Lot sizes are notably comfortable for an in-town Asheville setting, with many properties offering room for gardening, outdoor seating, or simple breathing space between homes.
Roosevelt Park’s appeal is less about formal amenities and more about how naturally it fits into daily routines. Caribou Road, Jeffress Avenue, and nearby streets place residents within quick reach of Biltmore Village, Downtown Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Shopping, dining, and recreation are all close enough to keep errands simple, while the neighborhood itself retains a residential, established feel. Several listings highlight walkability to restaurants, grocery options, and a nearby park, and the area’s flat-to-gently rolling lots make the outdoor spaces especially usable. Homes with fenced yards, decks, and porches reinforce that relaxed, lived-in rhythm.
"This is the kind of neighborhood where a short drive can take you from a wooded lot to Asheville’s busiest dining and shopping corridors."
Roosevelt Park sits in South Asheville along the Caribou Road and Jeffress Avenue area, with direct access toward Hendersonville Road, Biltmore Village, and the broader downtown corridor. Public remarks place Downtown Asheville at less than 10 minutes from some homes, with Biltmore Village about 5 minutes away in others; one listing notes downtown is roughly 4 miles out, and several mention easy access to I-40. Nearby destinations include Biltmore Estate, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Mission Hospital, Shiloh Community Garden and Community Center, and local restaurants and breweries such as Juicy Lucy’s and Apollo Flame. School assignments are commonly listed as Valley Springs Middle and T.C. Roberson High, while the elementary school is unspecified in the provided data. The neighborhood’s location makes it easy to move between south Asheville services and the city’s most recognizable landmarks.
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36 recently sold in Roosevelt Park, Asheville
| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Jun 30 2026 | $324,900 | 39 | 897 sq ft | 100.0% | $362 |
| | Apr 2 2026 | $80,000 | 175 | — | 69.6% | — |
| | Aug 11 2025 | $275,000 | 58 | 864 sq ft | 91.7% | $318 |
| | Dec 20 2024 | $385,000 | 49 | 1,572 sq ft | 96.7% | $245 |
| | Jun 7 2022 | $306,819 | 33 | 803 sq ft | 94.4% | $382 |
| | Oct 6 2021 | $270,000 | 295 | 1,040 sq ft | 98.2% | $260 |
| | Jun 8 2021 | $309,499 | 39 | 2,005 sq ft | 100.0% | $154 |
| | Dec 1 2020 | $235,100 | 41 | 960 sq ft | 100.0% | $245 |
| | Oct 15 2020 | $315,000 | 42 | 2,702 sq ft | 105.0% | $117 |
| | Jun 19 2020 | $275,000 | 28 | 1,482 sq ft | 102.2% | $186 |
| | Feb 21 2020 | $209,000 | 42 | 1,187 sq ft | 100.0% | $176 |
| | Dec 12 2019 | $181,000 | 34 | 803 sq ft | 103.4% | $225 |
| | Dec 20 2018 | $325,000 | 76 | 2,214 sq ft | 100.0% | $147 |
| | Sep 18 2018 | $224,000 | 28 | 909 sq ft | 101.9% | $246 |
| | Apr 13 2018 | $240,000 | 183 | 1,575 sq ft | 96.0% | $152 |
| | Jan 8 2018 | $133,500 | 59 | 803 sq ft | 106.8% | $166 |
| | Dec 19 2017 | $148,500 | 39 | 1,040 sq ft | 90.0% | $143 |
| | Sep 18 2017 | $183,000 | 90 | 1,315 sq ft | 100.0% | $139 |
| | Sep 15 2017 | $170,000 | 153 | 1,248 sq ft | 89.9% | $136 |
| | Apr 24 2017 | $150,000 | 80 | 1,508 sq ft | 79.0% | $99 |
| | Feb 28 2017 | $175,000 | 215 | 1,200 sq ft | 97.5% | $146 |
| | Mar 25 2016 | $205,000 | 123 | 2,621 sq ft | 89.5% | $78 |
| | Dec 22 2015 | $187,500 | 186 | 1,575 sq ft | 94.2% | $119 |
| | Mar 19 2015 | $163,900 | 171 | 2,950 sq ft | 100.0% | $56 |
| | Nov 26 2013 | $15,000 | 277 | — | 54.5% | — |
| | Nov 26 2013 | $15,000 | 277 | — | 46.9% | — |
| | Nov 26 2013 | $15,000 | 277 | — | 30.0% | — |
| | Nov 26 2013 | $15,000 | 277 | — | 35.7% | — |
| | Nov 21 2013 | $147,900 | 48 | 1,375 sq ft | 101.4% | $108 |
| | Nov 7 2013 | $62,500 | 209 | 864 sq ft | 92.6% | $72 |
| | Jul 25 2013 | $21,500 | 153 | — | 97.7% | — |
| | Jul 12 2013 | $124,500 | 436 | 1,913 sq ft | 83.6% | $65 |
| | Jun 27 2013 | $93,000 | 147 | 744 sq ft | 95.4% | $125 |
| | Feb 26 2013 | $100,000 | 54 | 1,092 sq ft | 91.0% | $92 |
| | Dec 24 2012 | $84,000 | 103 | 1,053 sq ft | 84.8% | $80 |
| | Feb 16 2012 | $58,600 | 112 | 1,830 sq ft | 100.2% | $32 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Roosevelt Park, Asheville
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Asheville, NC 28803
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,944 sqft
Asheville, NC 28803
Asheville, NC 28803
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