291 Merrills Chase Road

Asheville, NC
$ 665,000 Beds 3 Baths 2.5 Sq 1,735
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Private contemporary mountain retreat in South Asheville — 291 Merrills Chase Rd sits on 3.6 wooded acres spanning two separate lots in the sought-after Merrills Chase subdivision, just 20 minutes from downtown Asheville, NC. This 2002-built home offers single-level-friendly living with winter mountain views, a wood-burning fireplace, and an open floor plan that flows to a covered deck for outdoor living. The 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath layout includes a walk-out basement with attached garage — ideal for storage, a workshop, or additional flex space. Standout features include a rainwater catchment and filtration system in addition to well, new roof in 2024, and a fenced front yard on a private, sloped, wooded lot. The paved subdivision road (gravel at the upper section) is HOA-maintained. With 3.6 private acres as a backdrop, the property offers a rare blend of seclusion and easy access to South Asheville's shops and restaurants. From fireside evenings by the wood-burning hearth to warm-weather gatherings on the deck, this home is built for enjoying every season. Trails, local wineries, and the Blue Ridge Parkway are all within easy reach for weekend exploring.

Single Family

  • Price
  • $ 665,000
  • City
  • Asheville
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • BUNCOMBE
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • Buncombe County
  • Lot Size
  • 3.6 Acres
  • Zip
  • 28803
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,735
  • Year Built
  • 2002
  • Style
  • Contemporary
  • MLS#
  • 4419826
Listed By: Coldwell Banker Advantage; channah@cbawest.com
Data Source: Canopy MLS

Features

General

Living Area 1735
Sewer Septic Installed
Heating Central,Electric
Cooling Central Air,Electric
Utilities Fiber Optics,Wired Internet Available
Appliances Dishwasher,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
Garage Spaces 1
Architectural Style Contemporary
Construction Materials Fiber Cement
Year Built 2002
Levels One and One Half
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
Parcel Number 966526803200000
Additional Parcels Description 966526601300000
County Buncombe
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA Yes
Subdivision Name Merrills Chase
Garage Y/N Yes
Full Baths 2
Directions From Hendersonville Road- Take Mills Gap Rd to L on to Concord road to L. on to Merrills Chase Rd. Follow road .8 miles up towards top,drive on R. House Number sign 291 at Driveway enterance.
High School T.C. Roberson
City Asheville
Senior Community Y/N No
Lot Size Units Acres
Carport Y/N No
Elementary School Glen Arden/Koontz
Middle/Junior High School Cane Creek
Additional Parcels Y/N Yes
Standard Status Active
CAR_HOASubjectTo Required
Construction Type Site Built
Tax Assessed Value 373000
Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

Interior Features

Basement Basement Garage Door,Basement Shop,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
Fireplace Features Living Room,Wood Burning
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Fireplace Y/N Yes
Above Grade Finished Area 1735
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features In Bathroom,Main Level
Total Bedrooms 3
Total Baths 3
SqFt Main 1065
SqFt Upper 670
Bedroom 1

Exterior Features

Parking Features Basement,Driveway,Attached Garage
Water Source Well,Other - See Remarks
Lot Size Area 3.6
Foundation Details Basement
Road Surface Type Dirt,Gravel
Road Responsibility Private Maintained Road,Other - See Remarks
Main Level Garage YN No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Hickory, NC office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Glen Arden/Koontz Elementary School
Middle School Cane Creek Middle School
High School T.C. Roberson High School

Price History

9/1/2026 Listed $700,000
9/10/2026 4% - $675,000
9/22/2026 2% - $665,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 28803

Price
AVG $1.43M
$670K
Year Built
AVG 1987
2002
Visits
AVG 287
77
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291 Merrills Chase Road Asheville, NC is a Single Family Home for sale at $665000 with 1735 sqft and a lot size of 3.6 Acres Acre(s). 291 Merrills Chase Road Asheville has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 2002. The property's zip code is 28803 which is in Asheville, NC

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