40 Baker Pl, Asheville, NC, 28806

$395,000

Home List Price

$4,691*

Closing Credit

2 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
800 SqFt
$494/SqFt
House

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40 Baker Pl, Asheville$395,000

Buyer Closing Credits

$4,691*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingDetached Garage
Year Built1952
HeatingElectric, Heat Pump
CoolingCentral Air, Heat Pump
MLS #4211653
StatusActive

About 40 Baker Pl

Here's your perfect West Asheville home ready to move into! Gorgeous original oak floors and wood trim crown this mid-century charmer. Bring your doggos - the backyard is fully fenced! Relax on the screened porch or sit around the fire pit. Quiet location with little traffic and situated on a large 0.35-acre lot, this property also includes an artist/writer's studio in the backyard. Additionally, half of the garage is yours to use for storage or hobbies (the property line goes down the middle of the garage). Walking distance to both Malvern Hills Park and Hominy Creek Greenway. Well maintained: new vapor barrier 2020, all new plumbing 2020, tankless water heater 2018, all-electric heat pump 2020, new refrigerator, washer, and dryer 2023. Come see this beautiful home today!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Living Area: 800 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Gasperson-Peek Realty
  • Office Email: gaspersonpeek.laura@gmail.com

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer
  • Basement: No

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Fire Pit

Parking Information:

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached Garage

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: From Biscuit Head in WAVL, turn Left onto Sand Hill Rd, turn Right onto Salola, Left onto Carrier St, follow to bottom of hill, and then turn Right onto Baker Place. #40 will be on your Right.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $395,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $494/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,231
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Asheville, NC

City

Med. Sold Price

$490K

Med. Price/SqFt

$312

Avg. Days On Market

62

# of Sold Homes

121

40 Baker Pl vs Asheville

3 DAYS ON ROCKET

-59 Days

$395,000

-$95K Less

$494/SqFt

+$181 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $95K less than the Median Sold Price and $181/SqFt more than other homes in Asheville, NC.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #4211653

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Gasperson-Peek Realty
  • Office Email: gaspersonpeek.laura@gmail.com

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Oct 19, 2017Home Sold
$221,000
Apr 07, 2006Home Sold
$142,500
Jun 29, 2001Home Sold
$82,500

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$2,231$254,500
2020$2,231$207,000
2019$2,231$203,700
2017$2,216$203,700

History based on county public records data.

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$2,039

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Recommended Financing

30-Year Fixed

Rate/APR

7.5% / 6.68%

Total Monthly Payment

$1,251

Schools

Schools Nearby

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Nearby Schools

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6
/10

  • Vance Elementary School

  • 98 Sulphur Springs Rd

  • 0.56 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades KG-5

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2
/10

  • Johnston Elementary School

  • 230 Johnston Blvd

  • 1.33 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-4

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3
/10

  • Hall Fletcher Elementary School

  • 60 Ridgelawn Rd

  • 1.84 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $33,732. Typical income of Asheville, NC residents is less than $35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 40 Baker Pl

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 40 Baker Pl property is $395,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 40 Baker Pl is a house located in Asheville, North Carolina, 28806.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 40 Baker Pl is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $2,231 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on October 19, 2017 for $221,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 40 Baker Pl has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 40 Baker Pl is 800 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 40 Baker Pl is 1952.

Rocket Homes›North Carolina›Buncombe County›Asheville›28806›40 Baker Pl

This home is located at 40 Baker Pl in Asheville, NC and zip code 28806 in the Bear Creek neighborhood. This 800 square foot home was built in 1952. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 07, 2025 and is currently priced at $395,000.

While more than 13 listings in Asheville, NC in December 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 22 listings sold at asking price, and more than 86 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Asheville, NC increased by 4.8% between November 2024 and December 2024. In December 2024 median list price was $490,006 and the average listing age was 62 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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