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261 Forest Hill Drive

Asheville, NC 28803

Active Listed 31 Days Listing ID CAR 311586610

$599,000
Est. $3,802/mo20% down · 7.125% · 30-yrAdjust
  • P&I$3,228
  • Taxes$374
  • Insurance$200

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$223/Sq Ft

3 bd · 2 ba · 2,690 sqft · $223/sqft

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,690 Sq Ft
$223/Sq Ft
1954 Built
.14 acres Single Family Residence Kenilworth Listed Aug 6, 2026 Updated Sep 6, 2026 HOA None

About This Home

Welcome home to 261 Forest Hill- a gorgeous home nestled in the heart of desirable Kenilworth. This gem boasts original hardwood floors, a newly finished private basement suite, and a thoughtfully curated outdoor space complete with two driveways. The main level opens to a sunroom, and separate living and dining areas.

Two bedrooms and one bath are located on the main level, as well as the kitchen and mudroom which functions well as pantry and storage space. From there you step out onto the back deck where you can enjoy a slow morning, or peaceful evening taking in the established flowering trees and plants. The newly finished basement is accessible from the main level as well as from its own private driveway and includes two large living areas, a full bathroom, laundry and dining area.

This layout offers potential for private rental unit, multi-generational living, or an impressive guest suite and is located only 4 miles from the Biltmore Estate, and less than 2 from downtown. If you're looking for a home with true Asheville heart-look no furhter!

Property history

  1. Aug 6, 2026
    Listed for sale $599,000 Active
    Listed 31 Days
  2. Jun 24, 2026
    Status changed to Off Market $690,000 Off Market
    Canceled -> Off Market
  3. Jun 18, 2026
    Status changed to Off Market $625,000 Off Market
    Active -> Off Market
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  1. May 1, 2026
    Price reduced $625,000 Active
    Was $650,000
  2. Apr 3, 2026
    Previously listed $625,000 Off Market
  3. Feb 23, 2026
    Status changed to Off Market $690,000 Off Market
    Canceled -> Off Market
  4. Nov 20, 2025
    Status changed to Canceled $690,000 Canceled
    Off Market -> Canceled
  5. Oct 1, 2025
    Price reduced $690,000 Off Market
    Was $700,000
  6. Jun 19, 2025
    Previously listed $690,000 Off Market

Property Details

Interior Details

Heating
  • Central
Flooring
  • Wood
Exclusions
  • The large mirror next to the fireplace on the main floor
  • framed art in the hall
Room Count
1
Door Features
  • Pocket Doors
Half Bathrooms
0
Total Bathrooms
2
Laundry Features
  • Electric Dryer Hookup
  • In Basement
Main Level Sq Ft
1375
Basement Bedrooms
1
Security Features
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Smoke Detector(s)
Fireplace Features
  • Living Room
Basement Full Baths
1
Main Level Bedrooms
2
Main Level Full Baths
1
Main Level Half Baths
0

Dwelling And Structure

Construction Type
Site Built
Architectural Style
  • Arts and Crafts
  • Bungalow
  • Traditional
Accessibility Features
  • Two or More Access Exits
  • Stair Lift

Square Footage And Levels

Levels
  • One
Above Grade Finished Area
1375
Below Grade Finished Area
1315

Parking And Garage

Parking Features
  • Driveway

Exterior Features

Roof
  • Architectural Shingle
Construction Materials
  • Cedar Shake
  • Hard Stucco
  • Other - See Remarks
Patio And Porch Features
  • Deck
  • Front Porch

Lot And Land

Fencing
  • Back Yard
  • Front Yard
Lot Features
  • Corner Lot
  • Wooded
Lot Size Acres
0.14
Lot Size Units
Acres
Other Structures
  • Shed(s)

Basement And Foundation

Basement
  • Finished
Foundation Details
  • Basement

Utilities

Sewer
  • Public Sewer
Water Source
  • City

Financial Information

City Taxes Paid To
Asheville

Zoning And Restrictions

Zoning
R S8
Subject To Ccrs
No

Listed by Audrey Davis (980-406-2892) · Keller Williams Mtn Partners, LLC (828-290-1000)

Location

Address
261 Forest Hill Drive
City
Asheville, NC 28803
Community
Kenilworth
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Schools

Elementary
Hall Fletcher
Middle
Asheville
High
Asheville

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