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Montford

Residents of Montford live within walking distance of welcoming and respectful neighbors.

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 4280409

$2,100,000

46 Cumberland Circle, Asheville, NC 28801
11 Beds 12 Baths 4,679 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 4349325

$1,560,000

178 Montford Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
4 Beds 4 Baths 3,164 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
MLS® 4314107

$1,200,000

233 Broadway Street, Asheville, NC 28801
3 Beds 4 Baths 2,617 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
MLS® 4379948

$1,150,000

14 Watauga Street, Asheville, NC 28801
4 Beds 4 Baths 2,440 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 4372780

$1,050,000

221 Broadway Street, Asheville, NC 28801
3 Beds 4 Baths 2,159 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 4376607

$995,000

107 Courtland Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
4 Beds 4 Baths 2,849 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 4371504

$995,000

101 Santee Street, Asheville, NC 28801
4 Beds 3 Baths 2,342 Sq.Ft.
Active Under Contract
MLS® 4381201

$953,000

111 Montford Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801
3 Beds 3 Baths 2,102 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 4335456

$870,000

171 Houston Place, Asheville, NC 28801
4 Beds 4 Baths 2,467 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome to Montford

Exquisite Historic Houses Are Available Just North of the Downtown District in Asheville, NC!

Montford is a private district of beautiful historic homes in the northern region of Asheville, North Carolina, off Montford Ave. Residents of Montford live within walking distance of welcoming and respectful neighbors, picturesque scenery and art, and neighborhood eateries with great food and quality service.
 
Moving to Montford, Asheville, NC, will immerse you in the district’s rich historic legacy. Keep reading to learn more about the Montford District, this historic neighborhood with breathtaking, unique homes amid prime Asheville real estate. Browse beautiful, available home listings below.
 

A Historic Asheville Neighborhood

The Montford Historic District is the oldest and largest neighborhood in Asheville, NC, with more than 600 buildings that reflect a variety of late 19th and early 20th century styles. Montford is a culturally diverse and thriving community and originally provided for Asheville’s population and popularity boom, being an upper-middle-class suburb since 1889. In 1977, the National Register of Historic Places added Montford to their registry; in 1981, the neighborhood was officially declared a historic district.
 

Historic Montford Scenery

The Historic Montford Riverside Cemetery is well worth a visit for its scenic beauty alone; however, it is also recognized as the final resting place for two of the U.S.’s most influential writers: O. Henry (William Sidney Porter) and Thomas Wolfe. Located just across I-240 from downtown Asheville, Montford reveals a staggering collection of classic architecture, from Queen Anne to Georgian and Colonial Revival.
 
Many of these historic homes have been converted to bed and breakfasts, making Montford one of Asheville’s premier destinations for those seeking a historic setting. The best way to see Montford is by car, and Montford’s historic sites are often seen as part of a self-guided tour.
 

Activities, Leisure, and Art in Montford

Before checking out the Historic Montford sights, you may want to check out the Asheville Visitor Center, the first stop in Montford from downtown Asheville, to learn about all the amazing things to see and do.
 

Montford Park

To support local performing artists in Asheville, NC, you can check out the Montford Park Players at the Hazel Robinson Amphitheater at 92 Gay Street. One of the best perks about attending these incredible actors’ performances? They’re free, so bring your friends and family! This is one of many amenities available to residents of Montford, NC.
 

Downtown Asheville

Living in Montford offers the benefit of being a short distance from either downtown or neighborhood eateries, craft cocktails, restaurants, and shopping. To learn more about all that Asheville offers in its downtown area, check out our South Slope District spotlight.
 

Looking to Relocate to the Montford Historic District in Asheville?

Whether you want your Asheville, NC property to include specific home features like an open floor plan on the main floor, gorgeous landscaping, ample, multi-purpose living space, quaint single-family home life, or something in the Historic Montford District, we will strive to find something within your budget.
 
Explore Historic Montford homes for sale near you by scrolling to the available listings below. Or check out many other properties you’ll adore in Asheville at your leisure.
 

Asheville Realty Experts You Can Trust

Our realty home services team at Town and Mountain Realty in North Carolina runs an independent, local, family-owned, and operated North Carolina real estate center serving Western North Carolina for more than 20 years.
 
See any Asheville, NC, homes you’d like to visit? Call our realty specialists from East West Asheville at Town and Mountain for information at (828) 232-2879 or by filling out our contact form.

Overview for Montford, NC

3,566 people live in Montford, where the median age is 40 and the average individual income is $45,830. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,566

Total Population

40 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$45,830

Average individual Income

Around Montford, NC

There's plenty to do around Montford, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

48
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
52
Bikeable
Bike Score
38
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including New Stock, Mabel Bakery, and Charmed Boutique.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
New Stock Logo
Dining 3.12 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Mabel Bakery Logo
Dining 3.18 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Charmed Boutique Logo
Shopping 1.09 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Gamers Haunt Logo
Shopping 0.83 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Boutique Lp Logo
Shopping 0.95 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Dance Club Asheville Logo
Active 1.46 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Montford, NC

Population Households Employment

Montford has 1,385 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Montford do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,566 people call Montford home. The population density is 3,791.096 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

3,566

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

40

Median Age

43.13 / 56.87%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
1,385

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$45,830

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
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Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
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30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Montford, NC

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The following schools are within or nearby Montford. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Montford

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Leah Miller - (828) 231-4024

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Phone

Katerina Leeger - (206) 235-1559

Phone

Claire Stanhope - (828) 713-0055

Address

315 Haywood Rd suite 119 Asheville, NC 28806

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