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1 bed710 sqft$355/sqft
1180 Spencer Branch Rd, Lansing, NC 28643
Single FamilyProperty Type
4.85 acresLot Size
1930Year Built
$355/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nestled on 4.85 picturesque acres in northern Ashe County, this charming cottage offers a perfect getaway convenient to the renowned trout fishing at Helton Creek. Originally built in 1892 and expanded over time, the earliest tax record dates back to 1930. The spacious great room showcases exposed hand-hewn wormy chestnut beams, while the large bedroom features a classic bead board ceiling and oak floors throughout. Enhancing the property’s rustic charm, the original spring house remains intact with...Nestled on 4.85 picturesque acres in northern Ashe County, this charming cottage offers a perfect getaway convenient to the renowned trout fishing at Helton Creek. Originally built in 1892 and expanded over time, the earliest tax record dates back to 1930. The spacious great room showcases exposed hand-hewn wormy chestnut beams, while the large bedroom features a classic bead board ceiling and oak floors throughout. Enhancing the property’s rustic charm, the original spring house remains intact with flowing water, though a well was installed to serve the home’s water needs. This retreat is waiting for you to unwind and enjoy the serenity of its peaceful surroundings.
  • Listed by: Beverly Greene • A-1 Mountain Realty (336) 846-4900
Listing closed: 06/26/2025 12:00 AM • Source: High Country Association of REALTORS, MLS#: 255552

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Property Information for 1180 Spencer Branch Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $743 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Ashe County
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Waterfront Features: Creek
  • Parking Features: Carport, Driveway, Detached, Garage, TwoCarGarage, Gravel, Private
  • View: Yes
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • View: Mountains, Residential
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Size: 4.85 AC / 211,266 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From N Jefferson Ave., take 194/88 West for 5.4 mile into Warrensville, turn right and follow Hwy 194 for 3.7 miles into Lansing. At stop sign, turn right and follow 194 for 5.5 miles, turn left on Spencer Branch Road follow until road splits, stay to the left and keep following gravel road to house on right. See sign.
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Postal Code: 28643
  • Road Responsibility: PublicMaintainedRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 17-Helton, Piney Creek
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 06207214
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $743
  • Tax Book Number: 462/2130
  • Tax Legal Description: 4.85 A FROM PAUL SPENCER RT 1373 (DIRT) ''98 1.195
School Information
  • Elementary School: Blue Ridge
  • High School: Ashe County
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 710.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.85
  • Lot Size Area: 4.85
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 710.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, LeadBasedPaintDisclosure, Plat, SellersPropertyDisclosure, Survey
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermit2Bedroom, SepticTank
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable, SepticAvailable
  • Water Source: Private, Spring, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Storage, GravelDriveway
  • Community Features: LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: VinylSiding, WoodFrame
  • Horse Amenities: HorsesAllowed
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Flooring: CeramicTile, Wood
  • Basement: CrawlSpace
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Rooms Total: 1
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Ductless, Fireplaces, Kerosene
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: One, Gas, Stone, Vented, Propane
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, ElectricRange, ElectricWaterHeater, MicrowaveHoodFan, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: VaultedCeilings
  • Window Features: DoublePaneWindows

Property History for 1180 Spencer Branch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 26, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1903903693

$252,000

+11.3% / yr

Jun 26, 2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #255552

$252,000
May 28, 2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #255552

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/26/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1903903693

$252,000

+11.3% / yr

06/26/2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #255552

$252,000
05/28/2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #255552

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Public Records for 1180 Spencer Branch Road

Taxable ValueLand$42,800Additions$108,800Total$151,600
Tax Record2026$794 ($66 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt672 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt672 SqFtLot Size211,266 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1983Year Renovated1983CountyASHEAPN062063851657

Schools near 1180 Spencer Branch Road

This home is within Ashe County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Blue Ridge Elementary
PublicK to 6

Ashe County Middle
Public7 to 8

Ashe County High
Public9 to 12

Mountain View Elementary
PublicPK to 6

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