61 E Porter Rd, Asheville, NC 28803
Hallway to bedroom
Yard outside front door
OFF MARKET
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 650 sqft

61 E Porter Rd, Asheville, NC 28803

Home Highlights

Apartment
650 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 61 E Porter Rd.
  • Schools2 Preschool Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Private patioFlatscreen televisionStainless steel appliances
Beautiful, fully furnished basement apartment in residential area totally remodeled in 2021. Walkable to the Mountains to Sea Trail on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Located within ten minutes of the Biltmore House, Mission Hospital, multiple breweries and restaurants. Approximately thirty minutes to Advent Health.

One bedroom with en suite bathroom, queen bed, closet and blackout curtains. Another closet is located in the main area.

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- private patio
- stainless steel appliances
- washer and dryer in unit
 - flatware, dishes and cookware included
- free parking for two vehicles
- all utilities included
- flatscreen television
- dog friendly (sorry, no cats)
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All utilities included. Dogs allowed with pet fee.
61 E Porter Rd, Asheville, NC 28803 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 650 sqft apartment. It last sold for $359,000 on Oct 20, 2020 (19,844% above the $1,800 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2025 with an asking price of $1,800 per month. That rental listing was removed on October 17, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,327/month.

Home Details for 61 E Porter Rd

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 6 MonthAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 61 E Porter Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
60 Dawnwood Cir, Asheville, NC
2.03
Apartment
$160,000
07/31/26
2
1
768 sqft
114 Arco Rd, Asheville, NC
2.11
Apartment
$533,000
10/10/25
2
1
1,664 sqft
615 Biltmore Ave #O2, Asheville, NC
3.00
Apartment
$100,000
08/14/26
2
1
840 sqft
32 Dalya Rd, Swannanoa, NC
3.68
Apartment
$150,000
04/10/26
1
1
750 sqft
60 N Market St #111, Asheville, NC
4.06
Apartment
$1,050,000
06/22/26
2
2
1,212 sqft
18 Orange St, Asheville, NC
4.28
Apartment
$475,000
02/04/26
1
5
2,925 sqft
40 Lytle Rd, Fletcher, NC
4.60
Apartment
$29,500
12/08/25
2
1
732 sqft
20 Magnolia Ave, Asheville, NC
4.61
Apartment
$1,000,000
10/03/25
4
4
1,098 sqft
48 Sunset Pkwy, Asheville, NC
4.46
Apartment
$1,100,000
12/30/25
4
3
2,866 sqft
30 Bryant St, Asheville, NC
5.16
Apartment
$559,000
06/15/26
3
2
324 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Asheville

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,327/mo
Average rent
$2K
$125MoM
Available listings
576
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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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 17, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,800
Sep 27, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,800
Mar 15, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Feb 21, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,000
Oct 6, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 61 E Porter Rd

  • What is the price history for 61 E Porter Rd?
    61 E Porter Rd in Asheville, NC last sold for $359,000 in October 2020.
  • 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 $482K. That is down $10.17K 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.
  • Does 61 E Porter Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 61 E Porter Rd in Asheville, NC has air conditioning.
  • Does 61 E Porter Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 61 E Porter Rd in Asheville, NC has in-unit laundry.

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