Buncombe County property record for 515 Cloud Top Way, Arden, NC 28704
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 6 bd · 6 ba · 7,567 sqft · built 2019 |
| Lot Size | 2.46 acres (107,158 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $9,500,000 (Mar 2026) |
| Tax Bill | $28,661 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Mar 2026 Sale Jan 2020 Construction Loan |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 3030900-2020-20 |
| Primary APN | 3030900-2020-20 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 6 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 6 Baths |
| Half Baths | 2 Half Baths |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 7,567 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 9,356 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 4,233 sqft |
| Basement Area | 4,000 sqft |
| Finished Basement | 3,334 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 666 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 2019 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2019 |
| Architectural Style | Conventional |
| Roof Type | Shed Roof |
| Roof Material | Metal |
| Lot Area | 107,158 sqft (2.46 acres) |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Garage Area | 1,123 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 4 Parking Spaces |
| Pool Area | 980 sqft |
| Porch | Open Porch |
| Deck Area | 144 sqft |
| Cooling System | Central |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Central |
| Account Number | 3030900-2020-20 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 515 CLOUD TOP WAY |
| City | ARDEN |
| State | NC |
| Zip | 28704-1400 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R-2 |
| Legal Description | SUBDIV: THE CLIFFS AT WALNUT COVE LOT: 74R PLAT: 0102-0196 |
| Legal Subdivision | THE CLIFFS AT WALNUT COVE |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 74R |
| Jurisdiction | BUNCOMBE NC |
| Township / Civil Division | AVERY CREEK |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1007 |
| Census Tract | 2303 |
515 Cloud Top Way is owned by two individuals who bought it in March 2026.
Source: Buncombe County records, as of March 27, 2026
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 1601 N OAK ST, 106, MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29577-3579 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Married Couple |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Mar 18, 2026 | Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Jan 10, 2020 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Construction Mortgage FIRST CITIZENS BANK & TRUST CO |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Mar 18, 2026 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Mar 18, 2026 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 6575 / 525 |
| Record Updated | Jun 8, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BUNCOMBE NC |
| Recording Date | Mar 18, 2026 |
| Property Address | 515 CLOUD TOP WAY, ARDEN, NC 28704-1400 |
| Document Number | 0065750525 |
| Book / Page | 6575 / 525 |
| Map Reference | MB 192 PG 39 |
| Instrument Date | Mar 17, 2026 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Mar 26, 2026 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $19,000.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded by County |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 1601 N OAK ST STE 106, 106, MYRTLE BEACH, SC 29577-3579 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | BUNCOMBE NC |
| Property Address | 515 CLOUD TOP WAY, ARDEN, NC 28704-1400 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Sep 22, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 0058530441 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jan 10, 2020 |
| Book Page | 5853/0441 |
| Name | FIRST CITIZENS BANK & TRUST CO |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Address | COLUMBIA, SC 29211 |
| Type | Construction Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Feb 1, 2050 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Rate | 3.53% |
| Type Change Date | Feb 1, 2027 |
| Change Frequency | Annually |
| Min Rate At Change | 2.25% |
| Max Rate At Change | 8.53% |
| Index | 1-Year LIBOR |
| Max Rate | 8.53% |
The 2025 property tax bill for 515 Cloud Top Way was $28,661.
Source: Buncombe County assessment roll, as of September 22, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Buncombe County |
| Unified School District | Buncombe County Schools (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $28,661.00 | $4,446,400 Land $1,134,400 Building $3,312,000 | $4,446,400 Land $1,134,400 Building $3,312,000 |
| 2023 | $26,513.00 | $4,448,500 | $4,448,500 Land $1,134,400 Building $3,314,100 |
| 2021 | $4,446,400 Land $1,134,400 Building $3,312,000 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes, not a market price estimate; it is a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 515 Cloud Top Way in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 1 flood claim nearby since 2024.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective April 9, 2025 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Flood Insurance Cost | Premium on File median of 14 policies |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 14 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (2024) |
| Most Recent Claim | Sep 2024 · Tropical Storm Helene |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 515 Cloud Top Way is moderate, ranking above 43% of the US, with a 0.08% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 43% of the US · above 64% of North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.08% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | CITY OF ASHEVILLE serves 157,431 people · EPA ID NC0111010 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Apr 2026 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | Treatment failure resolved · Oct 2024 |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 1 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 44 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| AT&T Fiber | 5,000 / 5,000 |
May also be available: Optimum, Spectrum.
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