
$525,000 $234/sqft
82 Blue Ridge Avenue
Asheville, NC 28806
5 bd · 2 ba · 2,240 sqft · 1921 · 22 d ago
Falconhurst feels like one of West Asheville’s most appealing pocket neighborhoods: close to the energy of Haywood Road, yet tucked onto streets where bungalows, craftsman homes, and renovated cottages keep the setting intimate and residential.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Falconhurst, Asheville
Falconhurst feels like one of West Asheville’s most appealing pocket neighborhoods: close to the energy of Haywood Road, yet tucked onto streets where bungalows, craftsman homes, and renovated cottages keep the setting intimate and residential. The homes here tend to sit on manageable lots with mature trees, front porches, and a lived-in charm that has been carefully updated over time. Many properties also offer the kind of extra space buyers appreciate in older Asheville neighborhoods, from basements to deep backyards and workshop potential.
"A West Asheville address with character, walkability, and room to make a home your own."
Architecture in Falconhurst is rooted in early- to mid-20th-century single-family homes, with the oldest examples dating to the 1920s and newer builds reaching into 2016. Classic bungalows and Craftsman-influenced houses are especially common, and many have been refreshed with modern kitchens, updated baths, hardwood floors, and open living areas while preserving details like covered porches, built-ins, and fireplaces. Brick appears often enough to add texture to the streetscape, though the neighborhood is best described as having many homes with brick exteriors rather than leaning fully into one material.
Basements are a defining feature here, and several homes use that lower level for storage, workshops, flex rooms, or future expansion. Lot sizes are generally comfortable without feeling oversized, and the overall rhythm of the neighborhood is one of practical charm: homes close to the street, usable yards, and a strong sense of architectural variety within a familiar West Asheville setting.
Daily life in Falconhurst naturally centers on the walkable West Asheville corridor. Haywood Road is the anchor, bringing coffee shops, restaurants, pubs, local markets, and live-music spots within an easy stroll from many addresses. Nearby favorites mentioned in listings include Sunny Point Cafe, Itto Ramen Bar, Oyster House Brewing, Isis Music Hall, Nine Mile, Biscuit Head, Neng Jr’s, the West Asheville Library, and the River Arts District. Several homes also point to parks, community gardens, and the Blue Ridge Parkway as part of the neighborhood’s wider lifestyle.
"Everything from dinner out to a quick grocery run sits close enough to make the car optional on many days."
Falconhurst sits in West Asheville along the Haywood Road area, with easy access to downtown Asheville. One listing places downtown about 10 minutes away, and another notes the Blue Ridge Parkway under 15 minutes from the neighborhood. Public remarks also reference Patton Avenue, Sulphur Springs, the River Arts District, French Broad River Park, and Pisgah National Forest, giving the community a well-connected feel across Asheville’s west side. School assignments are commonly listed as Asheville City Elementary, Asheville Middle, and Asheville High, with the Asheville City district serving the area. That combination of central location, established streets, and close-in conveniences is a large part of Falconhurst’s lasting appeal.
Palmetto Park Realty Team · Asheville
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27 recently sold in Falconhurst, Asheville
| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Jun 5 2026 | $400,000 | 39 | 731 sq ft | 100.5% | $547 |
| | Jun 2 2026 | $1,216,800 | 29 | 3,403 sq ft | 100.0% | $358 |
| | Apr 22 2026 | $611,500 | 33 | 1,504 sq ft | 111.2% | $407 |
| | Jun 2 2025 | $515,000 | 44 | 1,050 sq ft | 93.8% | $490 |
| | May 8 2025 | $451,000 | 45 | 939 sq ft | 112.8% | $480 |
| | Jan 31 2025 | $99,000 | 52 | — | 100.0% | — |
| | Dec 19 2022 | $345,000 | 80 | 850 sq ft | 96.1% | $406 |
| | May 17 2022 | $860,000 | 40 | 2,288 sq ft | 114.7% | $376 |
| | Jan 10 2022 | $760,000 | 39 | 2,114 sq ft | 109.4% | $360 |
| | Oct 7 2021 | $367,000 | 41 | 1,429 sq ft | 112.9% | $257 |
| | Sep 21 2020 | $626,000 | 150 | 2,453 sq ft | 98.7% | $255 |
| | May 15 2020 | $285,000 | 86 | 1,101 sq ft | 84.1% | $259 |
| | Apr 28 2020 | $265,000 | 165 | 1,187 sq ft | 94.7% | $223 |
| | Oct 25 2019 | $285,000 | 50 | 1,117 sq ft | 107.5% | $255 |
| | Apr 18 2019 | $272,500 | 41 | 731 sq ft | 97.7% | $373 |
| | Mar 18 2019 | $330,000 | 131 | 1,140 sq ft | 94.3% | $289 |
| | Nov 2 2018 | $620,000 | 49 | 2,181 sq ft | 95.4% | $284 |
| | Jul 11 2018 | $520,000 | 53 | 1,657 sq ft | 94.5% | $314 |
| | Apr 19 2017 | $300,000 | 107 | 1,600 sq ft | 97.1% | $188 |
| | Oct 20 2016 | $262,000 | 76 | 1,036 sq ft | 93.9% | $253 |
| | Apr 27 2016 | $200,000 | 46 | 724 sq ft | 97.6% | $276 |
| | Dec 4 2015 | $236,500 | 70 | 950 sq ft | 91.3% | $249 |
| | Oct 23 2014 | $273,500 | 42 | 1,550 sq ft | 98.4% | $176 |
| | Aug 8 2013 | $348,000 | 105 | 2,665 sq ft | 96.9% | $131 |
| | Nov 30 2012 | $204,000 | 135 | 1,335 sq ft | 94.9% | $153 |
| | Aug 15 2012 | $387,000 | 63 | 2,664 sq ft | 97.5% | $145 |
| | Jun 11 2012 | $150,000 | 48 | 1,476 sq ft | 116.3% | $102 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Falconhurst, Asheville
Below trend-line threshold — city median shown for context
+1 outside price range.
The Falconhurst real estate market shows balanced market conditions. Homes typically sell within 50 days. With 1 active listing and 3 homes sold in the past year, a healthy balance exists between buyers and sellers.