
Land with Home for Sale in Asheville, North Carolina
24 Ian River Dr, Asheville, NC 28806
The West Asheville Equity-Play: Modern Cottage on 2.31 Scalable Acres The Rare "Buy & Hold" with Immediate Yield It is exceptionally rare to find a property that offers immediate high-performing cash flow paired with the long-term upside of a multi-unit development site. Located in the rapidly appreciating foothills of West Asheville, this 2.31-acre estate features a beautifully renovated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom cottage that is fully turnkey. Whether you are looking for a high-performing short-term rental (STR), a chic primary residence with room to grow, or a proven long-term income producer, this property generates revenue the moment you close. The Cottage: Modern, Minimalist, & Move-In Ready Inside, the home defines "mountain modern" with bright, open-concept living, updated appliances, and crisp finishes that appeal to the discerning modern renter. The oversized deck serves as an outdoor living room, offering a front-row seat to long-range mountain sunsets and the profound quiet of the foothills-all while remaining minutes from the city's pulse. The Land: Your Development Canvas The true value lies in the expansive, mostly cleared, and gently rolling topography. Zoned for Low-Density Multifamily, the site is a developer's dream or a homeowner's private sanctuary. Scalability: Ample acreage to add additional dwellings, guest houses, or a private family compound. Infrastructure: Extensive parking for multiple vehicles or equipment, plus a large central storage shed perfect for a workshop or conversion. Topography: The "easy-build" gentle slope significantly reduces site-prep costs for future expansion. Location: The Best of Both Worlds Enjoy the "deep-woods" feel without the isolation. You are less than 10 minutes from the breweries, boutiques, and eclectic energy of Haywood Road, and under 15 minutes from the world-class culinary scene of Downtown Asheville. The Bottom Line This is a strategic acquisition for the buyer who understands the value of Cash Flow + Land Banking. Whether you're an investor seeking an equity-rich development site or a homeowner looking for privacy with an income-producing "safety net," this property represents one of the smartest opportunities in the Western North Carolina market.
Location
- Street address
- 24 Ian River Dr
- County
- Buncombe County
- Zip code
- 28806
- Elevation
- 2,090 feet
Property details
- Acreage
- 2.31 acres
- Zoning
- RM6
- MLS #
- CMLS 4316888
- Posted
Parcels
- 9627-59-4429-00000
Legal description
DEED DATE:10/31/2016 DEED:5485-0268 SUBDIV:PROP OF OE STARNES LOT:PT LT 6 PLAT:0019-0091
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
- Franchise
- Keller Williams Realty
Lot
- Features
- Cleared, Level
Exterior
- Parking
- Driveway
- Pool
- Porch
Structure
- Style
- Cottage
- Stories
- 1
- Water
- Well
- Heating
- Heat Pump
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Materials
- Vinyl
Interior
- Room Count
- 4
- Rooms
- Bathroom, Bedroom, Laundry Room
- Flooring
- Wood
- Appliances
- Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Nearby schools
| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Sand Hill-Venable/Enka | Elementary |
| Enka | Middle |
| Enka | High |
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 5, 2026 | Price drop | $495,000 | $30,000 -5.7% | CMLS |
| Nov 28, 2025 | New listing | $525,000 | — | CMLS |





































