259 & 253 Richland Street, Waynesville, NC 28786
- $399,900
- 3
- BD
- 3
- BA
- 1,064
- SqFt
- List Price
- $399,900
- MLS#
- 4392144
- Status
- ACTIVE
- Property Type
- Residential
- Architectural Style
- Bungalow
- Year Built
- 1946
- Days on Market
- 53
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Lot Size
- 7,405
- Lot Size Area
- 0.17
- Living Area
- 1,064
- Sq Ft Total
- 1064
- County
- Haywood
- Subdivision
- Oak Forest Addition
Property Description
Opportunity awaits in the heart of downtown Waynesville. This thoughtfully renovated property blends timeless charm with modern versatility, featuring a beautifully updated 2BR/1.5BA bungalow plus a detached 1BR/1BA apartment full of potential. Inside the main home, fresh finishes and stylish updates create an inviting, move-in-ready retreat. Luxury vinyl plank flooring flows throughout, while the redesigned kitchen shines with quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry, and stainless appliances. Updated baths feature designer tile and a clean, modern aesthetic that complements the home’s original character. The detached apartment offers incredible flexibility—ideal for guests, multigenerational living, long- or short-term rental income, or a private work-from-home studio. Outside, enjoy a rare level backyard perfect for gardening, pets, entertaining, or simply relaxing after a stroll through town. Leave the car behind and embrace the downtown lifestyle with Main Street’s local shops, breweries, restaurants, and cafes just moments away. Whether you’re searching for a full-time residence with added income potential or an investment opportunity in one of Western North Carolina’s most beloved mountain towns, this property delivers convenience, character, and endless possibilities.
Additional Information
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Floor Coverings
- Tile, Vinyl
- Equipment
- Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Foundation
- Crawl Space
- Main Level Rooms
- Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Bathroom-Full, Bedroom(s), Bedroom(s)
- Laundry Location
- Mud Room, Laundry Room
- Heating
- Heat Pump
- Water
- City
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Exterior Construction
- Brick Full
- Roof
- Metal
- Parking
- Driveway
- Driveway
- Concrete, Gravel, Paved
- Lot Description
- Level, Paved
- Elementary School
- Hazelwood
- Middle School
- Waynesville
- High School
- Tuscola
- Special Conditions
- None
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Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Waynesville. michelle.mcelroy@howardhannatate.com
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