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$380,000

Black Mountain, NC 28711
Listed by Holly Lindsey · Noble & Company Realty
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
1
Living area
1,210 sqft
Year built
1947

About this home

Welcome to 226 Vance Avenue, a charming three-bedroom, one-bath ranch-style home ideally situated on a level lot just steps from downtown Black Mountain. This well-maintained home features rich hardwood floors in the living room, an updated bathroom with contemporary finishes, and a renovated kitchen and dining area with updated flooring and cabinetry. Recent improvements include a metal roof installed in 2017 and a new HVAC system with propane tank added in 2023, providing peace of mind for years to come. Enjoy the convenience of one-level living with a large laundry room that offers potential for a second bathroom and an enclosed back porch perfect for additional living, hobby, or relaxation space. The expansive yard provides ample room for gardening, entertaining, pets, play, or future expansion. Ideally located within walking distance of downtown Black Mountain, Veteran's Park, and Montreat Recreation Fields, this property offers easy access to local shops, restaurants, breweries, and community events. Whether you're searching for a primary residence, mountain getaway, or investment opportunity, 226 Vance Avenue combines comfort, updates, walkability, and small-town charm in one of Western North Carolina's most desirable communities.

Property details

MLS #
CAR4391505
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
None
Status
Active
Days on market
2
On market date
June 11, 2026
Stories
N/A
Garage spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Black Mountain Elementary
1.1 mi away · Grades 4-5
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
146
Student:teacher ratio
11.2:1
District
Buncombe County Schools
Middle
Owen Middle
2.78 mi away · Grades 6-8
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
457
Student:teacher ratio
13.4:1
District
Buncombe County Schools
High
Early College
13.23 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

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$76,000 down
$304,000 loan
Principal & interest$1,972
Property tax (est.)$317
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated June 13, 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.