1637 Olmsted Drive, Asheville, NC

$2,250,000 · 5 bedrooms · 6 baths · 5,754 sq ft · built 2004

Listing courtesy of Scott Barfield Realty And Land Company (Scott Barfield). Listing data provided by Canopy MLS, deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

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About the home

More Photos Coming Soon of the screened-in porch, stone patio, & backyard (delayed due to weather)! This thoughtfully constructed Biltmore Park Estate Home offers an exceptional floor plan perfectly tailored for a vibrant, turnkey lifestyle. The owners built the home and have meticulously maintained & curated premium updates, including a beautifully renovated kitchen, primary bath, laundry room completed in Spring 2024, a brand-new roof in Spring 2026, and a replaced hot water heater within the last 5 years. The garage also has a new epoxy floor, & updated the recessed lighting has been updated throughout the home. The main level showcases refinished hardwoods and a private, peaceful owner’s suite. Timeless craftsmanship shines through original solid fir beams in the sunroom. Upstairs, guests enjoy ultimate comfort with three expansive bedrooms, each featuring its own private en-suite bath. Plenty of storage is available with 2 large walk-in attics. This home has an upgraded trim package throughout, elegant custom built-ins and a whole-house humidifier. Designed for unforgettable gatherings, the daylight lower level serves as the ultimate entertainment hub, anchored by a 2nd full kitchen with custom cabinetry built for hosting life's big events and a family room with a solid stone gas fireplace. This versatile lower level also features a home office/workout area ideal for running a business remotely. Double-door access leads to abundant lower-level storage, providing the perfect secure space for outdoor recreational equipment like kayaks and bikes with large storage shelves. Outside, a fully fenced, mainly level yard surrounds a gorgeous stone patio, with a natural gas fire ring and logs. From its smart layout maximizing privacy to its high-end finishes, this home flawlessly blends luxury with everyday function. The oversized covered screen porch with its built-in natural gas grill and a view out to the spacious backyard and fire pit are the extra space you and your guests will enjoy and use to easily embrace the mountain lifestyle.

Price in context

  • Asking $391 per square foot.
  • That is 31% below the $568 median across 112 active $1.5M+ homes in Asheville.
  • 55th highest asking price of 112 active $1.5M+ homes in Asheville.
  • 23rd largest by living area of the 104 with a recorded size.
  • No price changes since it was listed.
  • 0 days on the market, listed 2026-09-26.
  • County tax assessment $750,600; the asking price is 3.00× the assessed value.

Location

Neighborhood: Biltmore Park, Buncombe County, ZIP 28803.

Assigned schools

  • Elementary: William Estes
  • Middle: Valley Springs
  • High: T.C. Roberson

School assignments come from the listing and can change; confirm with the district.

Features

Style
Traditional
Levels
Two
Construction
Fiber Cement, Stone, Stone Veneer
Roof
Architectural Shingle
Bathrooms
5 full, 1 half
Basement
Partially Finished, Storage Space
Fireplace
Yes
Interior
Attic Other, Attic Walk In, Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Cable Prewire, Central Vacuum, Entrance Foyer, Garden Tub, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Other - See Remarks
Flooring
Tile, Wood
Kitchen & appliances
Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Exhaust Fan, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Self Cleaning Oven
Heating
Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Cooling
Heat Pump
Garage
2 spaces
Parking
Attached Garage
Exterior
Fire Pit
Lot
Level, Private, Wooded, Other - See Remarks
County
Buncombe

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