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Highlights

  • Private backyard
  • Central heating and air conditioning
  • Close to restaurants, bars, shopping
  • Unfinished basement
  • Front porch

Location

12 Harvard Pl, Asheville, NC 28806, USA|Bear Creek
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Management

Sunburst Realty Rentals

Leasing office

(844) 243-9746 ext. 2134

Property Overview

12 Harvard Place has garnered a strong Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, indicating it is a highly attractive rental choice. With a price rating of 10 out of 10, it offers excellent value for its amenities, which include a private backyard and central heating and air conditioning. Its location receives a commendable 9 out of 10 for convenience to restaurants, shops, and a nearby top-rated elementary school, making it a desirable option for those seeking a quality living experience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 12 Harvard Place is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 12 Harvard Place has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Images Available

Floor plans

12 Harvard Place - .2 bed1 bath1,070 sqft$1,600 /mo1 unit availableMake the Magnolia House in the Historic Wildwood Community of West Asheville your new home. This Quaint 2 Bedroom 1 Bath bungalow in West Asheville. Close to Restaurants, bars and shopping. Minutes to downtown. Unfinished basement. Front porch. 1 car garage. Private backyard. This won't last long. Central Heating and Air conditioning. Contact us today to schedule a showing. Rent is $ 1650.00 monthly and $ 2000.00 Security Deposit. Small dog considered. Under 25 pounds with pet deposit.

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About 12 Harvard Place

HomeApartments in AshevilleBear Creek 12 Harvard Place

Make the Magnolia House in the Historic Wildwood Community of West Asheville your new home. This Quaint 2 Bedroom 1 Bath bungalow in West Asheville. Close to Restaurants, bars and shopping. Minutes to downtown. Unfinished basement. Front porch. 1 car garage. Private backyard. This won't last long. Central Heating and Air conditioning. Contact us today to schedule a showing. Rent is $ 1650.00 monthly and $ 2000.00 Security Deposit. Small dog considered. Under 25 pounds with pet deposit.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 12 Harvard Place is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 12 Harvard Place has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 12 Harvard Place
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
12 Harvard Place offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 12 Harvard Place is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
12 Harvard Place is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 12 Harvard Place to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
12 Harvard Place provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 12 Harvard Place compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
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Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away

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Rent trends in Bear Creek

2-bedroom apartments at 12 Harvard Place cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Bear Creek.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Bear Creek
Asheville
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Asheville
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,852
January 2024$1,844
February 2024$1,795
March 2024$1,787
April 2024$1,749
May 2024$1,790
June 2024$1,798
July 2024$1,752
August 2024$1,738
September 2024$1,735
October 2024$1,793
November 2024$1,845
December 2024$1,763
January 2025$1,741
February 2025$1,723
March 2025$1,772
April 2025$1,775
May 2025$1,761
June 2025$1,745
July 2025$1,731
August 2025$1,705
September 2025$1,737
October 2025$1,742
November 2025$1,737
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Bear Creek
MonthMedian Rent
January 2025$1,850

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$66,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $66,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,650.
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Schools near 12 Harvard Place

Asheville High School

419 mcdowell st

asheville, NC, 28803

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Neighborhood

Bear Creek | Asheville, NC

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Asheville near 12 Harvard Pl

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 12 Harvard Pl, Asheville

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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