West Asheville

Asheville, NC

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West Asheville - Asheville, NC

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A hip residential neighborhood west of Downtown Asheville

Affordable Convenient Wooded Trendy Small Business Breweries

A hip residential neighborhood west of Asheville, this community is home to some of the city’s best specialty shops, restaurants, and breweries. West Asheville is a hotspot for tourism, especially for craft beer connoisseurs. New Belgium Brewing Company, Archetype Brewing, UpCountry Brewing Company, and Oyster House Brewing Company are just a few of the best places to grab craft beer in town. Separated from Downtown Ashville by the French Broad River, West Asheville has a unique vibe to it. Along with breweries, Haywood Road is lined with retro music venues, lively brunch spots, and eclectic eateries. When residents aren’t enjoying craft brews or local eats, you’ll find them enjoying the crisp mountain air and riverfront views at French Broad River Park or Carrier Park.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in West Asheville is $1,251 for a studio, $1,558 for one bedroom, $1,662 for two bedrooms, and $1,823 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Asheville has increased by 1.6% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 615 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,251/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 884 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,558/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,040 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,662/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,247 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,823/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

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Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

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Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Colburn Earth Science Museum
  • Botanical Gardens at Asheville
  • Biltmore
  • North Carolina Arboretum
  • Western North Carolina Nature Center

Airports

  • Asheville Regional

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