Buying a Second home in one of Asheville’s 12 National Districts a attract buyers who are interested in sustainability and the positive effects on property values.

Years ago, Asheville incorporated sustainability into the agenda actively engaging greening, and environmental programs, policies, and procedures within city operations such as waste reduction, community partnerships and transportation. 

As second and historical homes specialists, we keep an eye on Asheville’s designated historic districts. Among these are Albemarle Park, Biltmore Village, St. Dunstan's and Montford (seen in our photo here.). We understand that  when you are buying or selling an older home or investment property, certain factors require a “special eye” for details. Realty Times suggests looking into the following questions: 

• What regulations govern local historic buildings and districts?
• Does the house need extensive restoration?
• Are original or substitute materials available for repairs?
• Are craftsmen who are knowledgeable about historical materials and building systems available?
• How will the house be appraised? 

Whether costs of repair and maintenance is an issue, or knowing and working within historical district guidelines it is comforting to know that we can refer our clients to someone that has dealt with these situations !

We so enjoy the history of Asheville and new discoveries that can be made when researching a property- discoveries that potentially can add value of a second home and/or investment property.