Welcome home to this beautifully maintained Fairview gem, offering the perfect blend of comfort, space, and privacy. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home features an inviting open floor plan anchored by a cozy fireplace, plus a versatile office/den for work-from-home flexibility. Head downstairs to discover a bonus room in the basement, the ultimate teenage hangout or additional family space.Step outside to a huge deck, ideal for entertaining friends and family, and enjoy the convenience of a 2-car garage plus a dedicated workshop space for all your hobbies and projects.Set on three-quarters of an acre, this property offers generous buffer between neighbors for added privacy all within a sought-after gated community complete with a park, walking trails, playground, and a large covered picnic area.
- MLS# 4397168
- Date Listed07/08/2026
- Days on Realty 27 Days
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size -
- Sewer Septic Tank
- Subdivision Fairview Downs
- Property Type Single Family
- County Buncombe
- Year Built 1988
- Water Public
- Square Feet 2,703 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $255.27
Interior Features
- Appliances Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, E N E R G Y S T A R Qualified Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Washer/ Dryer
- Flooring Wood, Bamboo, Carpet, Tile
- Cooling Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
- Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres -
- Lot Size SQFT -
- Lot Features Rolling Slope, Corner Lot, Sloped, Wooded
Directions
I-240 East to Exit 9 - continue onto Highway 74-A (Charlotte Hwy) for approximately 5 miles, turn left onto Churchill Downs (Fairview Downs S/D) (just past Old Fort Rd) - take first left onto Riva Ridge, first home on left. Or I-40E to 53-B - follow previous directions. Less than 15 minutes to downtown Asheville! Gate remains open 7a-7p daily.
Financial Considerations
- HOA Fee $160 Quarterly
Schools near 28730
Explore the local neighborhood highlights and top-rated schools near 28730 in Fairview, NC.
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
6.81 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
5.8 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
4.01 mi
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Public • PK - 5 • Serves this home
6.81 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.01 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
5.8 mi
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Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
4.01 mi
Distance
Buncombe Community High School
Public • 9 - 12
6.81 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 12
6.53 mi
Distance
Private • 08 - 12
8.21 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86 Braddock Way | 5 | 3 | Jul 28, 2026 | $750,000 |
| 202 Clear Vista Circle | 3 | 4 | Jul 29, 2026 | $450,000 |
| 139 Beverly Road | 2 | 2 | Jun 10, 2026 | $430,000 |
| 30 Linn Garden Lane | 3 | 2 | Jun 26, 2026 | $599,900 |
| 78 Bryant Road | 3 | 2 | Jun 15, 2026 | $460,000 |
| 31 Mcgee Hill Road | 2 | 2 | Jun 13, 2026 | $279,900 |
| 120 Harrison Street | 3 | 2 | Jun 22, 2026 | $257,000 |
| 152 Golden Pasture Drive | 3 | 5 | Jul 07, 2026 | $1,650,000 |
| 304 Golden Aster Road | 3 | 4 | Jul 29, 2026 | $315,000 |
| 222 Glendale Avenue | 2 | 1 | Jun 09, 2026 | $250,000 |
Local Neighborhood Highlights for 28730
Discover key demographics, population statistics, and environmental insights for the Fairview, NC area.
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 9,661 | 2,734 | 265,574 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 223 | 439 | 404 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.5 | 2.5 | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 46.2 | 45.1 | 42.2 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $64,171 | $67,348 | $55,778 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $35,623 | $38,316 | $34,068 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 92 | 93 | 83 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 23.1°F | 23.71°F | 26.6°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 75.3°F | 76.88°F | 84.3°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.44" | 49.79" | 37.32" | 38" |
6/100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score ®
0/100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score ®
3/100
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: 4/100, Transit Score: 1/100, Bike Score: 3/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 202 Riva Ridge Drive
Source: Realty.com
202 Riva Ridge Drive, Fairview, NC 28730 in Fairview Downs, Fairview, NC 28730 is a single family listed at $690,000. Highlights include 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,703 sq. ft., built in 1988, $255 per sq. ft., HOA fee $160 Quarterly. Realty.com has 48 photos, sales history, school insights, and mortgage tools for th...
Realty.com has 48 photos of 202 Riva Ridge Drive.
Our records indicate that 202 Riva Ridge Drive was built in 1988.
The full address for this home is 202 Riva Ridge Drive, Fairview, NC 28730.
202 Riva Ridge Drive has been listed on Realty.com since Wed July 08, 2026
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: 4/100, Transit Score: 1/100, Bike Score: 3/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 202 Riva Ridge Drive. W D Williams Elementary (Grades: PK - 5), Cane Creek Middle (Grades: 6 - 8), A C Reynolds High (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
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Listing agent:
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