$435,000
SOLD JUN 8, 2026

85 Chestnut Hill Rd Gerton, NC 28735

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,256 Sq Ft
0.34 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 8, 2026

$346 Per Sq Ft

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Greenhouse
  • Private Lot
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Flooring
  • Skylights

About This Home

As of June 2026

A charming cottage in Gerton, NC, ideally located between Chimney Rock/Lake Lure, Black Mountain, Hendersonville, and Asheville—offering easy access to some of Western North Carolina’s most beloved mountain towns and scenic destinations. This whimsical retreat sits along a peaceful seasonal creek and features a greenhouse, shed/workshop, and beautifully curated perennial gardens. Thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces include winding garden pathways and natural stone patios that create inviting areas for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the surrounding landscape. Inside, the cozy living area features a wood stove, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere to enjoy all four seasons in the mountains. Lots of fabulous built ins, and an easily accessible finished attic space, give lots of storage options. Meticulously maintained and truly move-in ready, this home is offered turn-key and can be sold furnished—ideal as a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or vacation rental investment. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate direct access to nearby adventure, including hiking to Bearwallow Mountain right from your door, plus a short drive to multiple trailheads featuring waterfalls, mountain streams, and sweeping 360-degree mountain views.
HOA Initiation Fee: $1000 / Septic Permit - NOT FOUND

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Neely Neu

Unique: A Real Estate Collective Brokerage Email: neelyn@uniquecollective.us License #280586 Listed on: 04/30/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Neely Neu

Unique: A Real Estate Collective Brokerage Email: neelyn@uniquecollective.us License #280586 Listed on: 04/30/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 14,810 Sq Ft Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Property is zoned R3

HOA Fees

  • $42 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,256 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Stone

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Rain Water Catchment

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Greenhouse
  • Shed

Schools

  • Edneyville Elementary School
  • Apple Valley Middle School
  • North Henderson High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Humidity Control
  • Propane
  • Spring water is a source of water for the property
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Lee Strickland Association, Phone Number (773) 251-0347
  • Chestnut Hills Subdivision
  • Mandatory home owners association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1018007

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0.34 Acres

HOA Fees

$42 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Special Assessment Yn: 0
  • Proposed Special Assessment Yn: 0
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 346.34
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: neelyn@uniquecollective.us
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Wood
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1256
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Other
  • Other Equipment: Other - See Remarks
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1256
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Screen Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
  • Living Area: 1256
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s), Skylight(s)
  • Bedroom Main: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Rainwater Catchment
  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Pool Private: No
  • Exclusions: Reference MLS attachment
  • Construction Type: Cedar Shake, Stone, Wood
  • Other Structures: Greenhouse, Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Side Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 1
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Shop

Utilities

  • Heating: Humidity Control, Other - See Remarks
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling: Central Air, Humidity Control
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane
  • Water Source: Spring

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 500
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Hoa Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Name: Lee Strickland
  • Phone: 773-251-0347
  • Association: Yes

Association/Amenities

  • Association Annual Expense: 500.00

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Apple Valley
  • HOA Subject To: Required

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Level, Private
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 1018007
  • Plat Book Slide: SLD 9764
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: R3

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Edneyville
  • High School: North Henderson

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 28, 2019
Closed on
Feb 13, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Doug Kelly
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks, Lake Lure
Buyer's Agent
Doug Kelly
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks, Lake Lure
List Price
$319,000
Sold Price
$298,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$21,000
-6.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2018
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 28, 2015
Closed on
May 15, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Doug Kelly
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks, Lake Lure
Buyer's Agent
Doug Kelly
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks, Lake Lure
List Price
$229,500
Sold Price
$229,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.51%
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $298,000 --
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $229,500 --
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/08/2026 06/08/26 Sold $435,000 0.0% $346 / Sq Ft
04/30/2026 04/30/26 For Sale $435,000 +46.0% $346 / Sq Ft
02/13/2020 02/13/20 Sold $298,000 0.0% $237 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/10/2020 02/10/20 Pending -- -- --
02/10/2020 02/10/20 Off Market $298,000 -- --
12/12/2019 12/12/19 Pending -- -- --
11/15/2019 11/15/19 For Sale $319,000 0.0% $254 / Sq Ft
10/22/2019 10/22/19 Pending -- -- --
09/28/2019 09/28/19 For Sale $319,000 +39.0% $254 / Sq Ft
05/15/2015 05/15/15 Sold $229,500 0.0% $183 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/15/2015 04/15/15 Pending -- -- --
03/28/2015 03/28/15 For Sale $229,500 +12.5% $183 / Sq Ft
08/14/2012 08/14/12 Sold $204,000 -5.1% $164 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/24/2012 06/24/12 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2012 06/22/12 For Sale $215,000 -- $173 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $1,731 $305,900 $80,000 $225,900
2024 $17 $305,900 $80,000 $225,900
2023 $1,731 $305,900 $80,000 $225,900
2022 $1,734 $249,100 $60,000 $189,100
2021 $853 $234,000 $60,000 $174,000
2020 $1,629 $234,000 $0 $0
2019 $1,605 $234,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS

MLS Number: 4373368

Canopy MLS

APN: 1018007

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