It’s no secret – Asheville isn't the cheapest city to buy a home in.

And clearly, the largest Asheville home is the Biltmore Estate. (Setting the standard pretty high there, huh George?)

While affordable housing is an issue here in the 828, where renting a house is like an Olympic sport, sometimes we want to just oogle at the incredible homes around the area and dream.

Zillow$1,420,000 | Arras Residence Unit #1505 | 2BR/2.5BA | 2,104 sqft

54 condominiums, spread out among the 10th–18th floors of the soon-to-come Hotel Arras, sure are fancy. To purchase your standard 2 bedroom + 2.5 bath condo you are looking at almost $1.5 million. But hey, that view of downtown is pretty sweet. Want to get the nitty-gritty of all the amenities? Click here.

$2,000,000 | 23 Rankin Ave. | 3BR/3BA | 4,157 sqft

If you hangout in downtown often then I bet you are familiar with the Rankin Ave. parking deck. This urban loft is right across the street from the deck in an historic brick building that was built in 1916 + renovated in 2010. This loft features hemlock floors, wrought iron railings + a walk-in shower with a sauna. Bonus: Imagine having High Five Coffee + Rankin Vault as neighbors.

$1,850,000 | 5 Chimney Crest Dr. | 5BR/4BA | 5,781 sqft

This house has all the views. Seriously. Whenever you take a peek you get long range views overlooking the city skyline, Grove Park Inn, Biltmore House, Mt. Pisgah, and phenomenal mountain sunrises + sunsets. Coolest part? The house features a clear cylindrical glass elevator that goes to all floors.

$3,950,000 | 316 S Braeside Ct. | 5BR/7BA | 9,560 sqft

The chateau-style house is like a miniature Biltmore Estate. Sitting high in Braeside at Biltmore Park, this stunning home has a 3-car garage, carriage house with an artist studio, gorgeous spiral staircase, French doors, a wood-paneled library + a wine closet. Oh, I forgot to mention... there’s a hot tub and luxury pool in the back.

$4,500,000 | 193 Stratford Rd. | 6BR/6BA | 8,163 sqft

Built in 1925, this English Manor home sits on 2.89 acres. The inside is just as English eclectic as the exterior, featuring grand ensuite bedrooms, a reception hall, a family parlor with gold gilded ceiling + Viking appliances. My favorite part? The stonewalled gardens and grotto.

Bonus: Browse Walnut Cove Realty for incredible homes with mountain views, on-site golfing, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. Ⓟ