Welcome home to 159 Onteora Blvd - Asheville
Welcome home to 159 Onteora Blvd - Asheville
Welcome home to 159 Onteora Blvd - Asheville
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$259,000

Asheville, NC 28803
Listed by Anna Conner · Relocate828 LLC
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Living area
675 sqft
Year built
1940

About this home

Fresh New Price! This charming Asheville starter home just became an even better value with a $10,000 price improvement. If you've been waiting for the right home at the right price, now is the perfect time to take another look at the charm of this classic 1940 bungalow nestled in the sought-after Oakley neighborhood of Asheville. This inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends timeless character with incredible potential, making it a perfect opportunity for homeowners and investors alike. Inside, you’ll find a cozy, functional layout filled with natural light and vintage details that reflect the home’s original charm. Whether you’re looking to restore its historic beauty or add your own modern touches, this property offers a solid foundation in a location that truly stands out. Situated in one of Asheville’s most desirable areas, you’re just minutes from local favorites—enjoy easy access to popular restaurants, cafes, and shopping, all while tucked into a quiet, established neighborhood. Don’t miss your chance to own a piece of Asheville in a location that continues to grow in demand. Whether you're searching for your first home, a downsizing option, or an investment property, this Oakley bungalow is full of opportunity. Affordable homes like this don't come along often.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4370982
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
None
Status
Active
Days on market
74
On market date
April 24, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
1
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 (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).

Elementary
Oakley Elementary
0.43 mi away · Grades 0-5
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
447
Student:teacher ratio
13.5:1
District
Buncombe County Schools
Middle
Reynolds Middle
1.81 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
2.88 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).

79
Walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
14.8 / 20 -- Above average walkable
Google Places amenity density
85 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores3
Parks1
Schools5
Transit stops20
Pharmacies2

Market position

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

On the market 74 days -- 53 fewer days than Asheville's current average of 127 days.
For reference, the median list price across 1,242 active listings in Asheville right now is $507,000.

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Est. monthly payment
$1,710/mo
$51,800 down
$207,200 loan
Principal & interest$1,344
Property tax (est.)$216
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 7, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.