261 Forest Hill Drive, Asheville, NC 28803
Local realty services provided by:ERA Live Moore
Listed by:claire stanhope
Office:town and mountain realty
MLS#:4269408
Source:CH
261 Forest Hill Drive,Asheville, NC 28803
$690,000
- 3 Beds
 - 2 Baths
 - 2,472 sq. ft.
 - Single family
 - Active
 
Price summary
- Price:$690,000
 - Price per sq. ft.:$279.13
 
About this home
This storybook cottage in Kenilworth is brimming with character and thoughtful flexibility. The main level welcomes you with a spacious living room and dining room space, a full bath, 2 cozy bedrooms, and a light-filled sunroom that’s perfect for morning coffee or curling up with a book. The kitchen offers plenty of potential, with an adjacent space perfect for pantry space. Step out back to a private porch tucked into the trees, surrounded by lush, established gardens, a flat grassy yard, and two separate parking areas—plus a handy outdoor shed for tools or toys. 
Downstairs, a brand new fully finished basement with interior and exterior access opens up endless possibilities: a generous apartment for guests or income potential, a luxurious primary suite, or the ideal setup for multigenerational living. Home has many upgrades -New roof, New HVAC, New exterior paint, this charming cottage offers it all—right in one of Asheville’s most cherished neighborhoods.
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Home facts
- Year built:1954
 - Listing ID #:4269408
 - Updated:October 28, 2025 at 12:58 PM
 
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
 - Total bathrooms:2
 - Full bathrooms:2
 - Living area:2,472 sq. ft.
 
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Heat Pump
 - Heating:Heat Pump
 
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Shingle
 - Year built:1954
 - Building area:2,472 sq. ft.
 - Lot area:0.14 Acres
 
Schools
- High school:Asheville
 - Elementary school:Unspecified
 
Utilities
- Sewer:Public Sewer
 
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$690,000
 - Price per sq. ft.:$279.13
 
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