281 School Rd E, Asheville, NC 28803
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OFF MARKET

281 School Rd E
Asheville, NC 28803

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,693 sqft (on 0.57 acres)
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,693 sqft
(on 0.57 acres)

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
265 School Rd E, Asheville, NC
0.06
Single-Family Home
$435,000
04/27/26
3
2
1,668
298 School Rd E, Asheville, NC
0.11
Single-Family Home
$294,000
05/29/26
3
2
1,028
8 Lamar Ave, Asheville, NC
0.03
Single-Family Home
$455,000
06/18/26
3
3
1,479
15 Wentworth Ave, Asheville, NC
0.12
Single-Family Home
$415,000
10/31/25
3
2.5
1,648
1 Pinnacle View Rd, Asheville, NC
0.05
Single-Family Home
$435,000
04/27/26
4
3.5
1,741
3 Pinnacle View Rd, Asheville, NC
0.04
Single-Family Home
$435,000
04/27/26
3
3.5
1,758
333 Oakview Park Rd, Asheville, NC
0.19
Single-Family Home
$291,000
05/01/26
2
2
1,513
25 Lamar Ave, Asheville, NC
0.09
Single-Family Home
$462,000
05/22/26
3
2.5
1,476
305 Oakview Park Rd, Asheville, NC
0.10
Single-Family Home
$485,000
07/21/26
3
2.5
1,864
19 Wentworth Ave, Asheville, NC
0.20
Single-Family Home
$456,000
05/04/26
3
2
1,585

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
8 Lamar Ave, Asheville, NC 28803
0.03
$455,000
3
3
1,479
Recently Sold
17 Lamar Ave, Asheville, NC 28803
0.06
$444,000
3
2.5
1,504
For Sale
3 Pinnacle View Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
0.04
$435,000
3
3.5
1,758
Recently Sold
1 Pinnacle View Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
0.05
$435,000
4
3.5
1,741
Recently Sold
265 School Rd E, Asheville, NC 28803
0.06
$435,000
3
2
1,668
Recently Sold
19 Lamar Ave, Asheville, NC 28803
0.08
$605,000
4
2.5
2,286
Recently Sold
Lamar Ave, Asheville, NC 28803
0.08
-
-
-
-
Off Market
22 Lamar Ave, Asheville, NC 28803
0.09
$442,800
3
2.5
1,358
Off Market
21 Lamar Ave, Asheville, NC 28803
0.08
$453,000
4
2.5
1,541
Recently Sold
25 Lamar Ave, Asheville, NC 28803
0.09
$462,000
3
2.5
1,476
Recently Sold
19 Woodbridge Park Dr, Asheville, NC 28803
0.10
$425,000
2
2
1,220
For Sale
12 Woodbridge Park Dr, Asheville, NC 28803
0.12
$559,300
4
2.5
1,917
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 281 School Rd E.
  • Schools2 Preschool Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1928
Lot Size
0.57 acres
Living Area
1,693 sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Charming Vintage Bungalow that is sure to impress. This Tastefully Remodeled home provides outstanding attention to detail throughout with Gorgeous Modern updates while keeping the old historic appeal. Featuring Beautiful Craftsmanship, High End Finishes, Gleaming Hardwood floors, Custom Tile, Attractive trim and a Cozy Fireplace just to name a few. Only Minutes to Vibrant Downtown Asheville and Biltmore Village.
281 School Rd E, Asheville, NC 28803 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,693 sqft single-family home built in 1928. It last sold for $296,000 on Aug 4, 2016. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,151/month.

Home Details for 281 School Rd E

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Heat Pump, GasAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Heat Pump
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Floors: Tile, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable Ready
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Crawl RaisedPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1928Year Updated: 1928
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.57 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 4, 2016
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3184758
Sold
$296,000
Jun 7, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$315,000
Price decreased by 3%
Apr 30, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$325,000
Price decreased by 4%
Apr 19, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$338,000
Price decreased by 20%
Apr 13, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$425,000
Price increased by 22%

Market trends in Asheville

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$493K
$18.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.8%
Price per sq ft
$311
$12MoM
Available listings
1152
2MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Asheville

At least 851 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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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  • Olivia Schnittker
    "15 mins to most places. sometimes 20 if traffic. Avoid 26 during rush hour hour or holiday weekends. "
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  • Nancy Menyhert
    "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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  • Michelle G
    "Driving is the only safe mode of transportation. We need more bike/pedestrian friendly infrastructure. "
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Lumine
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "By car lots of traffic but easy in an out. Few gas stations, Walmart, Publix and restaurants in the area"
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  • Trulia User
    "it's very expensive, but beautiful! we are right by the elementary school and we have a small library!"
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "Great areas for children to play outside safely. Streets are safe and traffic is courteous. Homes are generally well maintained. "
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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "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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  • Trulia User
    "We have no community events that make it a special neighborhood. Never been aware of anything ever in area."
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  • Holly P.
    "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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  • Cecilia M.
    "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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  • Kevin.ogren
    "I have visited this area several times. Good restaurant and breweries everywhere. I love the urban gardens and nice folks."
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  • Kaitlyn C.
    "I’ve lived in the neighborhood for 2 years! People are friendly! I love the houses in the neighborhood."
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  • Jennie.p.king
    "Excellent elementary school! Principal was recently awarded and they have a Spanish immersion program starting in Kindergarten. "
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  • Dogmom305
    "We are new to the area and find it convenient and neighborly and pet friendly. Moderately priced. Great weather "
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  • Jody D.
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 281 School Rd E

  • What is the price history for 281 School Rd E?
    281 School Rd E in Asheville, NC last sold for $296,000 in August 2016.
  • Is Asheville a buyer's or seller's market?
    Asheville is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Asheville?
    The median sale price in Asheville is $493K. That is up $18.33K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Asheville?
    Residents describe Asheville, NC as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Asheville, NC.
  • How big is the lot at 281 School Rd E?
    The lot at 281 School Rd E in Asheville, NC is about 0.28 acres (12,196 sq ft).
  • Does 281 School Rd E have a garage?
    Yes, 281 School Rd E in Asheville, NC has a garage.

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