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Vacation Rental Investment Properties in Asheville, NC
Asheville is one of the most consistently strong short-term rental markets in the Southeast, driven by year-round tourism to the Blue Ridge Parkway, a nationally acclaimed dining and arts scene, outdoor recreation across four distinct seasons, and a steady stream of visitors drawn by the city's unique culture and mountain setting. For investors seeking income-producing real estate, the Asheville area offers compelling fundamentals.
Properties that perform best as vacation rentals in this market tend to combine character, privacy, and proximity to Asheville's core attractions. Mountain cabins with hot tubs and views, renovated craftsman homes near the River Arts District, and family-sized properties in South and East Asheville all generate strong occupancy when professionally managed and marketed. Many top-performing STRs here consistently achieve gross revenues well above comparable markets in the Southeast.
Buyers should be aware that short-term rental regulations within Asheville city limits have evolved significantly in recent years — specific zoning requirements apply, and the regulatory environment continues to develop. Properties in unincorporated Buncombe County generally offer more flexibility. Working with an agent who understands the current STR landscape is essential before purchasing.
Jon Tharp and the team have extensive experience with investment property buyers in this market. Call 828-347-9055 to discuss STR-eligible properties, current cap rates, and how to evaluate rental income potential — or browse live listings below.
Vacation Rental Investment Properties in Asheville, NC
1% towards closing costs w/acceptable offer!!! Beautifully renovated brick rancher in a quiet pocket neighborhood of West Asheville, with a flat yard, one-car garage and ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4397034 MLS
West Asheville living at its best! Tucked away on a quiet, no-through street in one of the area’s most desirable neighborhoods, this updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home delive...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4396075 MLS
Attention first time home buyers or investors…this move in ready home is perfect for those just starting out or wanting to break into the rental market in one of Ashevill...
- 3 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 4396770 MLS
Nestled in the heart of the Fountain Park community, this lovely single-family home is a true gem! With easy access to the vibrant downtown Asheville and the charming Sou...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4396766 MLS
NEW ROOF installed 2026. Highly desirable Grovewood Park area of North Asheville, just minutes from the renowned Grove Park Inn. The homes main level includes 3-bedrooms ...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4396118 MLS
Mountain views, privacy and exceptional convenience come together in this beautifully maintained home in the desirable North Asheville community. Among mature trees with ...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4395786 MLS
Looking for the perfect blend of country charm, usable land, and affordability? This inviting mini-farm opportunity delivers all three. Situated on over 1.5 acres of most...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 4395368 MLS
BUYERS ....Need help with down payment? With acceptable OTP, seller offers $5,000 to buyers closing costs. WOODFIN, NC USA ~ Historical neighborhood with cottage livi...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 4379338 MLS
Rarely does a property combine an unbeatable location, extensive luxury renovations, and truly effortless one-level living. Nestled on a highly sought-after waterfront ho...
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- 2 Baths
- 4395782 MLS
Backups welcome in accessible West Asheville on friendly, community-minded Morris Street, a lovely walk from Haywood Road, this home puts the neighborhood's best at your ...
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- 2 Baths
- 4394905 MLS
This home boasts a sunny, level, large backyard. Enjoy relaxing on the back deck or using the large lot to have fun in! The den has a wood burning stove and direct acce...
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- 2 Baths
- 4392891 MLS
Quintessential Asheville Luxury Living. Located in prestigious Lakeview Park, one of North Asheville’s most coveted neighborhoods, and just one block from the Country Clu...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 4382648 MLS
Beautifully maintained home offering two separate living spaces in one of Asheville's most desirable and convenient locations. Built just two years ago, this like-new pro...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 4395815 MLS
One level living with VIEWS and convenience in Asheville! This like-new home boasts an open floor plan with gorgeous quartz countertops in the kitchen that flows seamless...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4395185 MLS
Prepaid HOA Dues for 1 year. $4,500 value! Experience the charm of North Asheville in this beautifully crafted home tucked within the exclusive Sunset Park enclave, a pri...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4395453 MLS
MOTIVATED SELLER!!! Discover this quaint cottage in West Asheville! The character of this property truly speaks for itself. This home has been well cared for and main...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4395314 MLS
Discover this thoughtfully updated late-1920s Tudor, nestled on a quiet street in the heart of Asheville's coveted Grove Park neighborhood. Natural light fills every corn...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4394325 MLS
Welcome home to this charming move-in-ready 2-br, 1-bath bungalow nestled on a peaceful, dead-end street, yet still steps away from the conveniences of Haywood Rd! You’l...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 4386630 MLS
11 Beadle Lane offers the simplicity of lock-and-leave living in The Ramble Biltmore Forest. With three bedrooms on the main level, a fourth bedroom/bonus room with full ...
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 4384747 MLS
Wonderful renovated bungalow in lovely north Asheville. Main level primary suite added in 2023. Bath has gorgeous, double sinks, leathered marble counters, and an enorm...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4393430 MLS
Live the Haw Creek lifestyle and live next to a community play yard. Frequent nearby neighborhood restaurants and enjoy the community pool via new sidewalks. New paint,...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4394261 MLS
Nestled in the Haw Creek Valley, below the Blue Ridge Parkway and Town Mountain Road, Sondley Estates provides the convenience of the city, natural beauty of the mountain...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4394793 MLS
Nestled in the desirable Botany Woods community, this charming 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 1,776 square feet of comfortable living space surrounded by mature trees an...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4394673 MLS
Completely renovated West Asheville home with a fully equipped lower-level guest suite featuring its own kitchen, living room, bedroom, bath, and laundry—ideal for multig...
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4394593 MLS
Tucked away on 1.16 private acres at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, this spacious Asheville home with PRIVATE POOL offers easy single-level living, privacy, and room to u...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4391216 MLS
Mountain views in a sought-after gated community just minutes from downtown Asheville define this exceptional Arts and Crafts residence in Ventana, where breathtaking lon...
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 4390732 MLS
Tucked away among beautiful blooming perennials in Asheville's beloved Lakeview Park is a stunning stucco and stone ranch with just the right combination of modern update...
- 3 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4393103 MLS
Step back into Asheville's rich history with this early 20th-century home in the heart of the Clingman Avenue Historic District. The "Ephraim Byerly House" is situated on...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4393571 MLS
Set within the desirable Poplar Creek community in East Asheville, this beautifully maintained home is defined by the peaceful surroundings that make the neighborhood so ...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4394162 MLS
Rare multi-home opportunity in a prime West Asheville location offering flexibility, usable land, and future potential just minutes from everything Asheville has to offer...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4393011 MLS
This versatile property can accommodate a multitude of uses in community shopping zoning with road frontage on a paved, state maintained road with high traffic count. Exc...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 4394057 MLS
Meticulously designed and completely rebuilt (from the foundation up) in 2012, this Arts and Crafts showpiece in Lakeview Park flawlessly pairs timeless character with mo...
- 3 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 4391400 MLS
Experience modern living in this new construction home that perfectly blends style with convenience. Located in a vibrant West Asheville area, you are just moments away f...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4376103 MLS
River Arts District, Walkable to Downtown Asheville, Close to West Asheville and French Broad River. HOUSE SOLD AS IS/VALUE IN THE LAND. PROPERTY HAS TWO DEEDS (BOOK 10...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4393485 MLS
Beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood with a convenient location. New interior paint on walls and ceilings. New stain on covered porch. Would make a great starter home o...
- 2 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 4393652 MLS
Welcome to 330 Old County Home Road, a thoughtfully designed Arts & Crafts home built in 2020 and ideally located in one of Asheville’s most convenient areas. Situated on...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4392408 MLS
Tucked within the tree-canopied streets of the Town of Biltmore Forest, this exceptional, refined mountain- contemporary home offers a rare blend of timeless elegance and...
- 6 Beds
- 6 Baths
- 4393411 MLS
Rarely does a home offer walkable land, exceptional privacy, and this quality of finish in the heart of 28804 — and rarer still at this price point. Sited on nearly an ac...
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4376088 MLS
A truly rare offering, this grand 1920s brick estate is available for the first time on the MLS. Rich in architectural character and set on stately grounds, this distingu...
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4373598 MLS
Move in ready! Start fresh and be the first to make this new construction your home! Modern design meets comfortable living in this striking two-story home featuring a d...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4389401 MLS
Beautiful Turn-Key Airbnb Just 10 Minutes from Downtown Asheville Timeless charm meets modern convenience in this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home, o...
- 3 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 4393254 MLS
In the desirable Beaverdam Valley, this updated home offers a convenient North Asheville location just 15 minutes from downtown Asheville and less than five minutes from ...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4377706 MLS
Charming, Move-In Ready One-Level Living in Prime South Asheville! Tucked away in a quiet neighborhood just off Hendersonville Road, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4389950 MLS
Luxury Living in Prestigious Thoms Estate! Experience the perfect blend of elegance, comfort, and convenience in this exceptional custom-built home nestled in the heart o...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4392960 MLS
Rare double-lot opportunity in one of Asheville’s most sought-after corridors. Two parcels being sold together offer exceptional potential for the right buyer. The existi...
- 1 Beds
- 1 Baths
- 4392842 MLS
Bold architecture, resort-level amenities, and uncompromising luxury define this extraordinary modern residence overlooking the 2nd fairway of the Country Club of Ashevil...
- 5 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 4392836 MLS
Tucked behind a storybook gravel path and cottage garden in one of Western North Carolina's most coveted communities, this beautifully updated ranch offers the rare combi...
- 5 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4393041 MLS
Discover your dream urban treehouse! Priced competitively for a quick sale, this charming, efficiently designed residence is sure to impress. Start your mornings with cof...
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4392924 MLS
Private Mountain Retreat Bordering the Blue Ridge Parkway! Tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the highly desirable Haw Creek area of Asheville, this charmi...
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 4392893 MLS
Stunning North Asheville home on a 0.76-acre lot in a desirable neighborhood, featuring earthy terracotta tones that complement the landscape and picturesque mountain and...
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 4361216 MLS
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