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20 Mount Carmel Dr offers a hard-to-find combination: four bedrooms, one-level living, an attached main-level garage, and a freshly remodeled interior—all approximately 10 minutes from downtown Asheville.
Comfortable One-Level Living
Built in 1971, this 1,328-square-foot ranch keeps everyday living simple. All four bedrooms, the full bath, the private half bath off the primary bedroom, the living spaces, and the laundry are on the main level. There is no basement and no need to navigate multiple floors.
A Flexible, Open Kitchen and Dining Area
The large kitchen offers space for dining or a second living area, giving you room to adapt the layout to the way you live. The remodel includes updated counters, refinished cabinets and pantry, new appliances, new flooring, fresh paint, and refinished ceilings.
Four Bedrooms and Useful Storage
Four main-level bedrooms create options for family, guests, a home office, hobbies, or workout space. Linen cupboards and built-in storage help keep everyday essentials organized.
Laundry and Mud Room Convenience
The main-level laundry and mud room connect naturally with the attached garage, making groceries, pets, wet-weather gear, and busy mornings easier to manage.
A Large Fenced Backyard
The 0.29-acre property includes a large fenced backyard, a storage shed, and a covered patio. There is room to garden, play, relax with pets, or enjoy outdoor meals with family and friends.
Easy Asheville Access
The home is conveniently located near grocery shopping, dining, and nearby schools, with downtown Asheville approximately 10 minutes away. There is no HOA, and the home is served by city water and public sewer.
This home is offered as a Certified Pre-Owned property and has been remodeled throughout. It combines practical one-level living with a move-in-ready interior and a location that keeps Asheville within easy reach.
Nearby Essentials
🛒 GROCERIES CLOSE BY
Ingles Market #62 at 575 New Leicester Hwy is approximately 0.7 mile away.
🏥 FULL-SERVICE HOSPITAL
Mission Hospital at 509 Biltmore Ave offers adult and pediatric emergency rooms.
📍 DOWNTOWN IN ABOUT 10 MINUTES
Downtown Asheville is approximately 10 minutes away.
Property at a Glance
4 BEDROOMS • 1½ BATHS • 1,328 SQ FT
EVERYTHING ON ONE LEVEL
Four bedrooms, everyday living, laundry, and an attached one-car garage—all without stairs.
ROOM TO LIVE OUTSIDE
A fenced 0.29-acre yard, covered patio, and storage shed create space for pets, play, gardening, and quiet evenings.
ASHEVILLE CLOSE, HOA-FREE
About 10 minutes from downtown, with city water, public sewer, and no HOA.
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Remodeled by Joe Shively of Shively Builders
The recent renovation at 20 Mount Carmel Dr was completed by Joe Shively of Shively Builders, the owner’s son. Joe brings more than 30 years of building experience, from hands-on construction and tract homes to major renovations and custom-home building in Western North Carolina.
A Practical Whole-Home Refresh
The work focused on creating a clean, comfortable, move-in-ready home while preserving the useful one-level layout that makes this ranch so appealing.
Renovation highlights include:
• Fresh interior paint
• New flooring
• Updated kitchen counters
• Refinished ceilings
• Refinished kitchen cabinets and pantry
• New appliances
• Updated exterior entry
• New arched doorways throughout
Thoughtful Function for Everyday Living
The home already offered uncommon flexibility with four main-level bedrooms, a large kitchen and dining area, generous storage, an attached garage, and a main-level laundry and mud room. The renovation refreshed the finishes and surfaces buyers experience every day without sacrificing that practical layout.
Local Building Experience
Shively Builders works primarily in Western North Carolina and approaches renovations with an emphasis on practical function, attention to detail, and respect for the character of the property.
The result at 20 Mount Carmel Dr is a refreshed Asheville ranch that feels straightforward, comfortable, and ready for its next chapter.
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