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$4,500,000
7 ba
173 Chestnut Street
Asheville, NC 28801
Property Type
Commercial Sale
Year Built
1889
Lot Size
Garage

About This Home

Exceptional opportunity just a few blocks outside of the heart of downtown Asheville on highly sought-after East Chestnut Street. This 4,500± square foot property, originally built in 1889, is currently operating as a bed and breakfast and offers both immediate income potential and outstanding long-term versatility.

Zoned Office (B&B use is grandfathered), the building provides flexible interior space ideal for continued hospitality use, boutique inn, professional office conversion, gallery, or creative workspace. In close proximity to top-tier restaurants, retail, hotels, and entertainment venues, this prime location delivers exceptional walkability, visibility, and year-round demand.

Perfect for an owner-operator, investor, or future repositioning, this rare downtown asset combines historic character with modern income potential. Easy access to parking, public transit, and major thoroughfares further enhances value. A truly unique opportunity to own a revenue-generating property in one of Asheville’s most desirable downtown corridors.

Property Details

Interior

Bathrooms
7

Exterior & Lot

Year Built
1889

Location

County
Buncombe
ZIP Code
28801

Financial

Listing Terms
Cash, Conventional

Utilities

Utilities
Electricity Connected
Sewer
Public Sewer

Schools

Location

Listing Information

MLS #
CAR4303292
Listing Agent
Jay Lurie
Listing Office
The Real Estate Center
Listed Date
Mar 15, 2026
Brian Deacon
Brian Deacon
Realtor®, Broker Associate

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