Lovingly maintained by its original owner, this East Ridge home sits on a private-feeling corner lot just off Riceville Road near the VA Hospital and offers an easy, open floor plan with vaulted ceilings and a main-level primary suite. The bright second-floor loft is perfect for a reading nook or home office, while the generously sized guest bedrooms provide a wonderful guest retreat. Major systems are up to dateroof (2021), HVAC (2019), and gas water heater (2015)making this an ideal low-maintenance lock-and-go option. The HOA includes yard maintenance. Everyday convenience abounds with grocery shopping less than a mile away and quick access to the Blue Ridge Parkway just around the corner. Enjoy East Ashevilles culinary and caf favorites nearby, including Copper Crown, RendezVous, Dobra Tea, Dynamite Coffee, and PennyCup. Come experience the ease of East Asheville living.
- MLS# 4316589
- Date Listed11/06/2025
- Days on Realty 19 Days
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size -
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision East Ridge
- County Buncombe
- Year Built 1999
- Square Feet 2,060 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $230.58
Interior Features
- Appliances Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Flooring Carpet, Tile, Wood
- Cooling Heat Pump
- Heating Forced Air, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Exterior / Lot Features
- Exterior None
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres -
- Lot Size SQFT -
- Lot Features Corner Lot, Views
Directions
From I-240 E, take the Tunnel Road Exit toward US-70 E. Drive 2.1 miles, take a left on Riceville Road. Drive 0.8 miles, take a left into East Ridge on Flowering Cherry Drive. Take your first right onto Sweet Gum. Number 8 is on the left.
Financial Considerations
- HOA Fee $215 Quarterly
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
6.44 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
6.42 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
4.84 mi
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Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
6.44 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
6.62 mi
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Public • PK - 5
7.46 mi
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Public • 6 - 8
4.84 mi
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Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
6.42 mi
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Public • 6 - 8
6.47 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
4.84 mi
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Public • 9 - 12
6.28 mi
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School Of Inquiry And Life Science
Public • 9 - 12
6.28 mi
Distance
Buncombe Community High School
Public • 9 - 12
6.62 mi
Distance
Buncombe County Early College High School
Public • 9 - 13
7.02 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 12
5.8 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
7.33 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 215 Merchant Street | Listing | 3 | 1 | Nov 15, 2025 | $335,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $450,000 |
| 32 Campground Road | Listing | 3 | 3 | Sep 30, 2025 | $750,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $546,250 |
| 15 Weaver Hill Road | 3 | 3 | Nov 07, 2025 | $488,500 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 62 Pinedale Road | 3 | 3 | Oct 10, 2025 | $819,900 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 28 Woodland Aster Way | 3 | 3 | Oct 09, 2025 | $1,225,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 14 Old Chunns Cove Road | 2 | 3 | Oct 17, 2025 | $649,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 104 Arnold Road | 3 | 2 | Oct 16, 2025 | $354,500 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 1628 Tunnel Road | 2 | 1 | Oct 31, 2025 | $205,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 909 Town Mountain Road | 3 | 4 | Oct 24, 2025 | $1,250,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
| 74 Beverly Road | 3 | 2 | Oct 02, 2025 | $355,000 | Nov 25, 2025 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,108 | 93,292 | 265,574 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 722 | 2,058 | 404 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.1 | 2.1 | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 44.7 | 40.2 | 42.2 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $53,842 | $54,330 | $55,778 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $34,303 | $36,104 | $34,068 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 76 | 77 | 83 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 26.6°F | 26.6°F | 26.6°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 84.3°F | 84.3°F | 84.3°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.32" | 37.32" | 37.32" | 38" |
9/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
12/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 9/100, Transit Score: 7/100, Bike Score: 7/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 8 Sweet Gum Drive
Source: Realty.com
8 Sweet Gum Drive, Asheville, NC 28805 is a Single Family 2,060 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 42 photos available of this 3 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $475,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 42 photos of 8 Sweet Gum Drive.
Our records indicate that 8 Sweet Gum Drive was built in 1999.
The full address for this home is 8 Sweet Gum Drive, Asheville, NC 28805.
8 Sweet Gum Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Thu November 06, 2025
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 9/100, Transit Score: 7/100, Bike Score: 7/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 8 Sweet Gum Drive. Ira B Jones Elementary (Grades: PK - 5), Montford North Star Academy (Grades: 6 - 8), A C Reynolds High (Grades: 9 - 12)
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Mosaic Community Lifestyle Realty
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Listing agent:
Elizabeth Putnam
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