281 School Rd E, Asheville, NC 28803
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281 School Rd E
Asheville, NC 28803

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 512 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$468,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,617/mo*
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$468,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,617/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
3 Baths
512 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Location, Location, Location! This Oakley home has it all! 5 minutes to Biltmore Village, 5 minutes to Downtown Asheville and all kinds of shopping and restaurants and of course the famous Asheville craft breweries! This completely remodeled bungalow is so warm and inviting! Call Teresa at 704-724-3756 to schedule your showing. Will work with buyers brokers.

The original character remains with all the upgrades for today's living. The upgrades include, new metal roof, all new electrical, new gas heating/cooling system with new duct work, new Brazilian hardwood flooring throughout main floor, original wood floors refinished upstairs, added bathroom, new plumbing, custom kitchen cabinets, gas range, new double pane easy clean windows, original wood siding restored, huge concrete patio. Recessed lighting with dimmers throughout main floor. Gas fireplace in large living area. Master on main. Sits on a very large corner lot. Large walkable basement. Concrete drive with spacious parking off Lamar Ave.

Will work with buyers broker.
281 School Rd E, Asheville, NC 28803 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 512 sqft apartment built in 1928. It last sold for $296,000 on Aug 4, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $468,100, with a rent estimate of $1,944/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 281 School Rd E

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: MetalPatio

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1928
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ApartmentArchitecture: Conventional

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Price History for 281 School Rd E

DatePriceEventSource
08/04/2016$296,000Sold
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Market trends in Asheville

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$468K
$1.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.2%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$293
$5MoM
Available listings
1069
107MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,524
Assessment$372,500
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Asheville

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  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 72 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say parking is easy

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 47 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 45 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 31 % Say there are community events

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  • Lori.pittman
    "Nice area convenient to downtown and has stores and restaurants close by. Lots of families and dog walkers "
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    "I have lived here for over 9 years and I would say that it’s a good neighborhood. Not many kids. Mostly young adults. "
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  • Alexander Mccullough
    "It’s nice and free from crime. I can sit outside and feel safe. Asheville is a very unique city due to its diverse atmosphere "
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  • Marilyn Napoleon
    "Close to Haywood Avenue and local festivities. Very eclectic and free. Friendly community. Close to highway exits. "
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  • Thomas Faulkner
    "There aren’t really any sidewalks available to walk any pets in this area of Asheville unfortunately "
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  • Juliana Walker
    "There is not a huge amount of activities for children in this city. It is very adult focused, with lots of breweries and bars. Good park tho!"
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    "Dog walking is a neighborhood pastime here, unfortunately sidewalks are not present on all streets. "
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  • Leah Pittman
    "Busy & overwhelming. Too many people & cars. Lots of traffic. And especially since the hurricane. Be prepared. "
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  • Chris Anderson
    "All the events are wonderful and the people are so welcoming and accepting. I love it here. I don’t know anywhere else I would like to live ."
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  • Lumine
    "My neighborhood is hilly, beautiful, and has lots of foliage. My neighbors are super friendly, and even bake cookies for me!"
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    "We have annual concerts, and there is this one young girl who brings cookies and brownies and all types of baked goods to neighbors."
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  • Lumine
    "It's really good. I drive everywhere and the roads are nice, even after the hurricane! Everything is very well maintained."
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  • Lise Ellsworth
    "Neighborhood community groups are easy to connect with. I love my neighbors and it’s a great area to walk dogs and have kids. "
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  • Timothy Williams
    "Close to biltmore and hiking sites. Lots of fast food restaurants really nearby and buses aren’t too packed. Too many homeless. "
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  • Jessica Chatfield
    "I don’t work in the city. However, it is pretty smooth. My fiancé walks to work and the weather is great 80% of the time! "
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  • Unspecified
    "Best place to live, wish the sidewalks were better maintained, wish it was more walkable, glad they put in bike lanes "
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  • Elliscrandall
    "It’s a very dog friendly community and many people walk their dogs. We live near a greenway which is a great place for walks as well!"
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  • Andrew
    "This area is very welcoming and lovely to someone looking for comfort. Everyone is super nice and the city can supply everything needed to have a good time. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It is a very dog friendly neighborhood where everyone helps and takes time to say hello when out taking walks. "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's not unique but it is in a very convenient area for people living in apartments. good school district. sidewalks. near Biltmore Town Square, movie theatres, coffee shops, bookstores, and Julian Lake State Park for bird watching and boating. all within walking/biking distance or convenient to public transit"
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    "great access to highways and through roads. Immediate access to I-26 and I-25. Access to Hwy 191 and 276 also close by"
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    "By car lots of traffic but easy in an out. Few gas stations, Walmart, Publix and restaurants in the area"
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    "it's very expensive, but beautiful! we are right by the elementary school and we have a small library!"
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    "There are no dog parks in this area - not within a walkable distance. There are abundant good sidewalks. There are some trails if you drive out of Asheville or to state parks but those also attract cyclists. Not all dogs are well socialized. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Lots of families for sure and public transport seems very accessible. Planning on buying in this hood. Drawbacks include noise from traffic and lack of sidewalks. Positives are its an established neighbourhood so not much new construction can be crammed in. "
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    "Great areas for children to play outside safely. Streets are safe and traffic is courteous. Homes are generally well maintained. "
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    "Lots of dogs and paths for dog owners to walk their dogs. But there are few dog parks for off-lead time. "
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    "HOA has a great line of communication. The grounds are very well kept. My neighbors are friendly and want what’s best for all. "
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    "It’s dog friendly and owners pick up after their fur babies. In my neighborhood, there’s a max weight limit for breed. Other than that, it’s cat and dog approved. "
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    "We have no community events that make it a special neighborhood. Never been aware of anything ever in area."
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    "We celebrate and check in on one another. We look out for safety and trade garden stuffs, etc. It’s nice to know people’s name, kids’ names and pets, too. Sweet place to live, with like-minded folk."
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  • Pumpakinn2018
    "we have the outlet mall and the main mall along with bowling alley horse back riding the blue ridge parkway and the river. and if course music clubs and strip clubs. "
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    "There are many families in our neighborhood, it’s a safe place to live, families enjoy walking around the neighborhood with there families and pets . Lots of pet owners too "
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    "I have visited this area several times. Good restaurant and breweries everywhere. I love the urban gardens and nice folks."
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    "I’ve lived in the neighborhood for 2 years! People are friendly! I love the houses in the neighborhood."
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    "Excellent elementary school! Principal was recently awarded and they have a Spanish immersion program starting in Kindergarten. "
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    "Seems like everybody has a dog. People honor the leash law. Good leashed mannered dogs everywhere. Many businesses also allow dogs to visit"
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