Welcome home to 261 Forest Hill- a gorgeous home nestled in the heart of desirable Kenilworth. This gem boasts original hardwood floors, a newly finished private basement suite, and a thoughtfully curated outdoor space complete with two driveways. The main level opens to a sunroom, and separate living and dining areas. Two bedrooms and one bath are located on the main level, as well as the kitchen and mudroom which functions well as pantry and storage space. From there you step out onto the back deck where you can enjoy a slow morning, or peaceful evening taking in the established flowering trees and plants. The newly finished basement is accessible from the main level as well as from its own private driveway and includes two large living areas, a full bathroom, laundry and dining area. This layout offers potential for private rental unit, multi-generational living, or an impressive guest suite and is located only 4 miles from the Biltmore Estate, and less than 2 from downtown. If you’re looking for a home with true Asheville heart-look no furhter!
- Heating System:
- Central
- Cooling System:
- Central Air
- Basement:
- Finished
- Fence:
- Back Yard, Front Yard
- Fireplace:
- Living Room
- Patio:
- Front Porch, Deck
- Parking:
- Driveway
- Architectural Style:
- Bungalow, Traditional, Arts and Crafts
- Flooring:
- Wood
- Laundry Features:
- Electric Dryer Hookup, In Basement
- Sewer:
- Public Sewer
- Appliances:
- Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Range
- Country:
- US
- State:
- NC
- County:
- Buncombe
- City:
- Asheville
- Street:
- Kenilworth
- Zipcode:
- 28803
- Street:
- Forest Hill
- Street Number:
- 261
- Street Suffix:
- Drive
- Longitude:
- W83° 27' 37.5''
- Latitude:
- N35° 34' 31.7''
- Directions:
- From downtown Asheville, travel south on Biltmore Avenue approximately 1.2 miles. Turn left on Caledonia road, bear to the right, and turn right on Forest Hill. Destination on the right.
- Zoning:
- RS8
- Elementary School:
- Hall Fletcher
- High School:
- Asheville
- Middle School:
- Asheville
- Office Name:
- Keller Williams Mtn Partners, LLC
- Agent Name:
- Audrey Davis
- TaxAnnualAmount:
- $0
- TaxAssessedValue:
- $0
- AssociationFee:
- $0
- Accessibility Features:
- Stair Lift, Two or More Access Exits
- Construction Materials:
- Hard Stucco, Other - See Remarks, Cedar Shake
- Foundation Details:
- Basement
- Levels:
- One
- Lot Features:
- Wooded, Corner Lot
- Water Source:
- City
- List Agent Mls Id:
- R65288
- List Office Mls Id:
- NCM17720
- Listing Term:
- Cash,Conventional,FHA,Private,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Mls Status:
- Active
- Modification Timestamp:
- 2026-10-03T20:06:12Z
- Originating System Name:
- Canopy
- Special Listing Conditions:
- None
- Status Change Timestamp:
- 2026-08-06T06:12:07Z
Residential For Sale
261 Forest Hill Drive, Asheville, North Carolina 28803
- Property Type :
- Residential
- Listing Type :
- For Sale
- Listing ID :
- 4410429
- Price :
- $599,000
- Bedrooms :
- 3
- Bathrooms :
- 2
- Square Footage :
- 2,690 Sqft
- Year Built :
- 1954
- Status :
- Active
- Full Bathrooms :
- 2
- Property Sub Type :
- Single Family Residence
- Roof:
- Architectural Shingle
