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Longchamps Condo Guide
Constructed in the 1920s, Longchamps is a 6-story building that is within walking distance from the Grove Park Resort Inn and Spa and is also very close to Blue Ridge Parkway hikes. Many of the condominium units have preserved the original embellishments while others have been completely upgraded. The architecture combines Chateauesque and Tudoresque styles. Its back is built into the mountainside and offers generous views of Asheville’s verdant lush nature. As such, it's by no means easy to find one of these one-of-a-kind units in the market.
The mid-rise building has the following key features:
The building has 6 floors with a total of 17 units. The units feature living spaces spread across one level apart from the penthouse which occupy two levels. It has one-, two-, and three-bedroom units with floor space ranging from 170 square feet to 2,600 square feet. The unit prices range from $19,000 to $700,000.
Longchamps Apartments was constructed in 1925 under the oversight of Ronald Greene, numbered among the leading architects during Asheville’s architectural heyday of the 1910s and 1920s. He is best known as the designer of the mountain city’s first skyscraper, the Jackson Building.
This mid-rise complex combines Chateauesque and Tudoresque architectural styles to give rise to an elegant Normandy-style building. Its European, Old world style is spectacular to look at and even better to live in.
From the residential building, Grove Park Inn is a short 5-minute walk and provides quick and easy access to fine dining, world-class live entertainment, a Donald Ross-designed 18-hole golf course, a subterranean spa, and several unique boutiques. What’s more, the building is a short 7-minute drive away from downtown Asheville where residents can experience all the eclectic entertainment options the city has to offer. That includes dining at sidewalk cafes, enjoying unique tapas, and experiencing Asheville’s dynamic mountain arts culture
The units sit on a floor space of 170-2,600 square feet and feature 1-3 bedrooms with 1-3 bathrooms. The kitchen has been meticulously updated with a gas stove and ample storage, original oak flooring. However, there’s ceramic tile flooring in some units, large moldings, a sunroom, a marble gas log fireplace, and easy access via elevator or spiral staircase.
The building has flexible pet-friendly policies making it ideal for pet guardians.
The building does not permit short-term rentals. It only allows long-term rentals for 1 year and above.
Building Amenities
The luxury historic mid-rise building features:
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Points of Interest
Get local insights about dining, arts, and music convenient to Longchamps Condos
Early Girl Eatery
Early Girl Eatery is a popular locally-owned restaurant known for its brunch options with locations in Downtown Asheville, West Asheville, and North Asheville. Food is local and there are great vegan and vegetarian options.
Tip: If you like spicy foods ask for the habanero sauce on the side. Gets crowded on weekends.
What to order: The pork breakfast bowl or fried chicken and biscuits are staples.
8 Wall Street Asheville, NC 28801. https://earlygirleatery.com/
Pie.Zaa
Pie.Zaa is a relatively new pizza joint on the South Slope, just a short walk from downtown Asheville. Pie.Zaa is serving up big (28 inches to be exact), quality pies. Think “crispy, airy, slightly chewy” - the perfectly oversized New York slice. The best in Asheville.
Tip: These pies are big. If you order, be prepared to share, or have leftovers.
What to order: You can’t go wrong with the classic “roni” pie. It’s a crowd-pleaser.
46 Millard Ave, Asheville, NC 28801. https://piezaapizzaasheville.com/
Mela Indian Restaurant
Mela Indian Restaurant in Downtown Asheville, just a short walk from the Arras. Vegan and gluten free options are available.
Tip: Be sure to add naan to your order - Mela’s bread dough is hand made and prepared in a tandoor oven.
What to order: Try out the butter chicken with some garlic naan.
70 N Lexington Ave, Asheville, NC 28801. melaasheville.com
Woolworth Walk
Woolworth Walk is one of the newest art galleries in Downtown Asheville. Located right off of Haywood Street, Woolworth Walk features dozens of artist booths prominently displaying a variety of works from local makers and creators.
If you’re looking for whimsical art or want a spot where you can grab a quick lunch, Woolworth Walk is worth a stop in Downtown Asheville.
25 Haywood Street, Asheville, NC 28801. https://www.woolworthwalk.com/
Wall Street
This item on the list is a street, not a specific building conveniently located near Arras.
Wall Street is an European feeling, eclectic street with dozens of indoor and outdoor shops featuring a variety of local merchants, makers, artists, and musicians.
Wall Street is home to Early Girl Eatery, The Market Place, the iconic Flat Iron Building, and street art around every turn.
Blue Spiral
Blue Spiral is a sprawling 15,000 square foot gallery space in Asheville featuring some of the area’s most established exceptional makers as well as emerging talent. The gallery includes three floors of space devoted to prominently displaying a variety of works, spanning a broad range of mediums and styles, including photography, sculptures, and paintings.
38 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801-3625.
https://bluespiral1.com/
In the Press
Great insights about the building, development, and history.
The neighborhood has a walk score of 30, meaning that it is car-dependent and most errands may require a car. It also has a bike score of 36 meaning that although it has minimal bike infrastructure it is still somewhat bikeable. However, since the neighborhood is not far from the city, the average commute to work is only 18 minutes.
Life here is relatively cheaper with the cost of living being as low as 17% below the national average. The building also has a homeowners’ association managed by Cedar Management Group that handles all matters of maintenance. This association handles sewer, water, garbage disposal, propane for the fireplaces, master insurance policy, exterior building, and landscaping maintenance. As a result, residents are expected to pay HOA fees monthly. The fee varies from $200 to $800 depending on the unit the resident occupies.
