Grove Park
Historic architecture in a competitive market
The Grove Park historic district has been nationally recognized for its boundless architectural diversity. Tudor Revivals with sloping frameworks mingle with rustic cottages, broad Bungalows and sleek Prairie-style homes. Median listing prices here typically land around $2 million and locals report that homes don't stay on the market long. "Homes here have an old charm. The neighborhood is walkable and beautiful with mature trees," says Nikki Freeman, local Realtor at The Redbud Group. Buyers can find angular mid-century modern homes built in the tradition of Frank Lloyd Wright on private wooded lots for $1 million and up to $3 million, with values gradually increasing as you make your way up the mountain. Below, you'll find a more compact layout of homes representing classic Tudor Revival and bungalow-style dwellings ranging from $800,000 to $3 million. Asheville buyers also have the opportunity to invest in a Grove Park lot starting at around $350,000. "There are plenty of new construction opportunities in this area," adds Kelsey Crowder, Redbud Realtor.Academic opportunities at Ira B. Jones Elementary
For Grove Park students, Ira B. Jones Elementary is nearby, off Kimberly Avenue. The school's lovely stone-clad building holds almost 400 students who have shown notable academic progress in recent years. The school recently sponsored a career fair where kids met with representatives from local businesses. The administration here emphasizes staying connected with the community.Explore, golf and admire art
Many locals like to head to the inn's golf greens on sunny weekends. Golfweek Magazine has consistently acknowledged the Grove Park Country Club course as one of the Top Resort Golf Courses in North Carolina. Several PGA stars and President Obama have played the 6,000-yard fairways with striking mountain views. Weaver Park's paved pathways, rolling hillsides and views of blue-misted mountain ranges are another great natural pocket where residents like to get some fresh air and walk along its wooded waterside trails. Continue north to Grovewood Village's craft studios, art galleries modern sculpture gardens for a deep dive into the area's history. A walk along narrow Grovewood Road's cottages with stucco exteriors will transport you a century back in time.BBQ and Italian fare along Merrimon Avenue
Most Grove Park locals shop at the Fresh Market on Merrimon for weekly groceries and stay on the main road for other errands and shopping.Grove Park residents are convenient to the shopping and dining peppered along Merrimon Avenue, downtown Asheville's connecting corridor. Locals rave about Luella's Bar-B-Que, a Merrimon hotspot serving large helpings of Grandma Lue's classic Southern recipes. You won't miss the casual outpost's glowing red BBQ sign while driving along the main thoroughfare. Vinnie's Neighborhood Italian, a neighborhood staple for almost 15 years, was established by a Brooklyn native who wanted to bring old-school New York Italian eats to Asheville. The cozy trattoria is a popular local haunt for cozy dinners out. Sunset Terrace is among the Omni Grove Park Inn's impressive restaurant collection, a must-visit for its stunning views overlooking the grounds.
Views from the Omni Grove Park Inn
Omni Grove Park Inn, the neighborhood's most significant historical landmark, is famed for its mountain views and prestigious past. Guests have been staying at the hotel atop Sunset Mountain for over 100 years. The Omni Grove Park Inn has hosted several prominent historical figures, including F. Scott Fitzgerald, Eleanor Roosevelt, Helen Keller and 10 Unites States presidents. The hotel's iconic red clay tile roof, textured stone exterior and Roycroft furnishings finesse a unique aesthetic tone. The original structure's silver-flecked granite stones were excavated from the mountain where the hotel stands today. Crowds visit from all over the country to experience this local treasure.Walk and ride buses in Asheville
Residents are a leisurely 2-mile ride from Asheville's flourishing city center, and Charlotte Street provides a direct route into town. Asheville Rides Transit, ART, buses have stops along Macon Avenue for Grove Park residents who prefer public transportation. You're close enough to downtown to pop over any time, but far enough away to retreat back to peace and quiet," Realtor Freeman adds. It's no wonder so many Asheville buyers are drawn to this secluded respite, minutes from the bustle of downtown with unmatched long-range views of sprawling Blue Ridge Mountain ranges.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Trip Howell
Trip Howell
Responds QuicklyMosaic Community Lifestyle Realty
(828) 672-3550
93 Total Sales
4 in Grove Park
$605K - $3.1M Price Range
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Maxy Mirkin
Maxy Mirkin
Keller Williams Professionals
(828) 672-3832
40 Total Sales
1 in Grove Park
$1,700,000 Price
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Bennet Phillips
Bennet Phillips
Asheville Realty Group
(857) 365-8622
19 Total Sales
1 in Grove Park
$2,400,000 Price
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Caley Bowman
Caley Bowman
Responds QuicklyMosaic Community Lifestyle Realty
(828) 672-2282
115 Total Sales
3 in Grove Park
$420K - $823K Price Range
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Viv Snyder
Viv Snyder
Responds QuicklyAllen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Asheville-Biltmore Park
(828) 672-3651
134 Total Sales
1 in Grove Park
$800,000 Price
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Mahalia Kennedy
Mahalia Kennedy
Responds QuicklyAppalachian Realty Associates
(854) 444-7505
104 Total Sales
1 in Grove Park
$791,750 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Weaver Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Pack Square
- Trails
- Events
- Amphitheater
Jones Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Martin Luther King Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Playground
Pritchard Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Events
Montford Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
- Events
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Grove Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Grove Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Grove Park, Asheville sell after 144 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Grove Park, Asheville over the last 12 months is $364,020, up 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$477,500
Median Sale Price
$364,020
Median Single Family Sale Price
$387,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$683,850
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$745,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$262
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
814
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1950
Months of Supply
5.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,459
Above the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,712
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
917
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,810
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,223
Median Age
49
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$129,079
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$155,978
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.4%
College Graduates
79.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
45.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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