123 Test St, Asheville, NC

On my walk-through at 123 Test St you immediately notice the familiar proportions of a true West Asheville bungalow—a single-story silhouette that opens onto a 50-foot frontage and a surprisingly generous 0.17-acre yard. Built in 1925 and thoughtfully updated, this 1,400-square-foot home blends original character (wide-plank hardwood floors, classic fireplace) with recent mechanical upgrades, including a new HVAC installed in 2024 and central air for year-round comfort.

The living room centers on the fireplace and flows into a renovated kitchen and two updated bathrooms that reflect tasteful, modern finishes without erasing the home’s architectural DNA. Bedrooms are well-proportioned for this footprint; the primary and two additional rooms each retain hardwood underfoot. An unfinished basement provides dry storage and the kind of service space that buyers often convert for laundry or workshop uses.

Practical details make this house easy to love: forced-air gas heat, municipal water and sewer, and a driveway that accommodates two vehicles. The asphalt shingle roof and other systems should be reviewed during due diligence—roof age is unknown, so a roof assessment is recommended—yet the recent HVAC work reduces near-term maintenance concerns. Zoned RS-8, the property also offers accessory-dwelling-unit potential for buyers seeking rental income or a private studio.

Outside, the lot invites landscaping projects, a larger patio, or a garden room while keeping a sensible yard for backyard gatherings. The home sits just 0.2 miles from Haywood Road’s vibrant restaurant and retail corridor and roughly 0.5 miles from West Asheville Park, placing cafes, breweries and boutiques within an easy stroll. With comparable renovated bungalows selling in the $345–$380K range nearby and strong neighborhood demand, this property represents a compelling combination of location, updates, and future upside.

I recommend buyers move quickly: West Asheville inventory remains tight and updated bungalows in this pocket routinely attract multiple offers. Bring your contractors for inspection and your vision for a backyard upgrade—this bungalow delivers the solid bones and systems that let you focus on lifestyle enhancements.

West Asheville is one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods for its walkable dining and retail corridor on Haywood Road, lively brewery scene, and close-knit residential streets. Locals prize easy access to coffee shops, boutiques, and weekly community events, while parks and the River Arts District are minutes away. The area attracts young professionals and families who value convenience, character homes, and a friendly neighborhood vibe. With downtown Asheville only about two miles away, residents enjoy both neighborhood scale and city amenities.