Fully updated 1890 Farmhouse - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Single Family Residence at 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville, photo 2 of 46
1890 farmhouse with mature landscaping including fruit trees, grapes and perennials - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Relax on the expansive and private front porch complete with swing and rockers - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Paved Driveway - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Single Family Residence at 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville, photo 6 of 46
Single Family Residence at 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville, photo 7 of 46
Foyer addition off living area - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Spacious and bright living room with original hardwood floors - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Kitchen newly updated in 2025 - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
All appliances new in 2025 - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Spacious dining room withe easy flow to kitchen - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
In cooler temps, the wood-burning stove insert keeps it cozy - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Handy beverage fridge in dining area - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
The sitting room adjacent to the dining room is a great place for morning coffee - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Separated by a glass door from the living area, this bonus room could be an office, exercise or play area - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Laundry area and pantry adjacent to kitchen - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Convenient coat and shoe storage off back porch - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Light filled primary bedroom on main floor - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Ample closet space in primary bedroom - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Ensuite primary bathroom with luxury finishes - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Gorgeous tile in primary bathroom - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Second full bathroom on Main Floor - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Spacious 2nd Floor Bedroom - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Second Bedroom on 2nd Floor. Original wood floors on 2nd floor. - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
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2nd Floor jack and jill bathroom - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Bright and light 3rd Floor Attic Bonus Room with mini-split - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Second Bonus Room in Attic with mini-split - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Fixed stairway to attic bonus rooms - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Entertainment deck on back with hot tub - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Separate ADU Entrance with covered porch and patio - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
ADU porch - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Lofted main room in ADU currently used as dance studio with sprung dance floor - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
ADU bathroom - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
ADU kitchenette - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
ADU loft - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
ADU loft - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Patio with firepit - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Darling chicken coop located in upper level of yard - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Substantial guest parking and fully fenced property - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Layout for charming herb garden and mountain views from upper yard - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Relax year round in the hot tub - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Classic covered porch complete with porch swing and rockers - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Plenty of room in the shed for lawn equipment and bear-proof garbage storage - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
Garden space and historic trees, native shrubs and perennials throughout the yard - 2252 Riceville Road, Asheville
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$755,000

2252 Riceville Road
Asheville, NC 28805
Listed by Laura Rollins · Asheville Realty Group
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
4
Living area
1,979 sqft
Year built
1890

About this home

MODERN HOME WITH HISTORY This beautifully updated 1890 farmhouse with mountain views and a stand- alone ADU features thoughtful updates coupled with vintage charm. An incredible investment opportunity, both the studio and house currently operate as short-term rentals. The furnishings, luxury spa hot tub and whole-house generator are included with an acceptable offer. One of the original three buildings in the Riceville area, this farmhouse is fully renovated while maintaining much of the original layout. Major upgrades include the metal roof installed in 2016, new wiring, underground drainage system, encapsulated crawlspace, new plumbing and interior and exterior paint. On the main level, an impressive foyer leads to the light-filled living room which is enhanced by the original wood floors. A beautiful glass door separates a small private bonus room from the living room, perfect for a quiet office or study space. The open floor plan leads to the dining room, made cozier with a wood-burning stove. The adjacent sitting room, in what was once a canning kitchen, is perfect for morning coffee or additional seating for large gatherings. A welcoming kitchen features stainless-steel appliances, beautiful butcher block countertops, expansive kitchen island and walk-in pantry. And the well-appointed laundry room offers additional storage options. Also on the main level, a spacious primary suite is tucked away from the main living areas, creating a private and relaxing sanctuary. The ensuite bath embodies modern luxury, with a generous soaking tub, beautiful stone floor and high-end tile. A second full bath is also available to guests on the main level. Two airy bedrooms on the second floor are separated by a well-designed jack and jill bath, and two adorable bonus rooms in the converted attic each have long-range views and mini splits, keeping them comfortable year-round. This home encourages outdoor living with a shady covered porch, complete with rockers and swing, overlooking the rolling front yard, historic cherry tree, Japanese maple, apples and grapes, along with native plants and medicinal herbs. Relax in the therapeutic spa tub on the enormous back deck, perfect for entertaining. There is plenty of play space in the expansive fully-fenced yard, which features a patio with firepit, spiral herb garden, playground equipment and chicken coop - bring your own chickens! A dedicated guest parking area in front of the gate, and additional parking on the fully paved drive make it easy to host large gatherings. A useful additional feature is the extra-large garden shed with plenty of room for lawn equipment and bear-proof garbage storage! The sunny ADU contains an ample main room, loft, kitchenette and full bathroom. The main room features a sprung dance floor, perfect for a dance, yoga or art studio. Reclaimed wood from the original barn is beautifully incorporated for the studio walls. Located in popular East Asheville, the home is situated in close proximity to the Blueridge Parkway, and has easy access to local grocery stores, restaurants and the Asheville Mall. The Riceville Valley location lies within 20 minutes of downtown Asheville or the popular tourist destination town of Black Mountain. This gracious home offers all the charm of country living, with close proximity to city conveniences. Perfect as either a primary residence or an investor’s dream, it is absolutely move-in ready and the seller is motivated and ready to let a new owner take stewardship of this historic beauty.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4430483
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Haiku Hills
Status
Active
Days on market
19
On market date
October 3, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
4
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Bell Elementary
3.07 mi away · Grades 0-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
211
Student:teacher ratio
11.1:1
District
Buncombe County Schools
Middle
Reynolds Middle
5.68 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
523
Student:teacher ratio
14.5:1
District
Buncombe County Schools
High
Early College
6.27 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
278
Student:teacher ratio
25.3:1
District
Buncombe County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Asheville's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

18
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
5.3 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
5 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools1
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Asheville, from live MLS data.

On the market 19 days -- 100 fewer days than Asheville's current average of 119 days.
For reference, the median list price across 1,591 active listings in Asheville right now is $489,000.

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$151,000 down
$604,000 loan
Principal & interest$3,918
Property tax (est.)$629
Home insurance (est.)$150

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