1729 Forest Ridge Dr, Unit 17

628,135 / 14.42
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Welcome to 1729 Forest Ridge Drive, a remarkable 14.42-acre estate parcel tucked away in the elite mountain community of Linville Ridge. As one of the larger homesites in the development, this unique offering provides unparalleled privacy, incredible natural beauty and the ideal canvas for a luxury mountain residence. Towering hardwoods, native flora and the gentle rise of the land create a serene, secluded atmosphere, while elevation and orientation offer potential for dramatic long-range views...Welcome to 1729 Forest Ridge Drive, a remarkable 14.42-acre estate parcel tucked away in the elite mountain community of Linville Ridge. As one of the larger homesites in the development, this unique offering provides unparalleled privacy, incredible natural beauty and the ideal canvas for a luxury mountain residence. Towering hardwoods, native flora and the gentle rise of the land create a serene, secluded atmosphere, while elevation and orientation offer potential for dramatic long-range views with selective clearing. This is mountain living at its finest, peaceful, clandestine and poised for your vision.
  1. Listed by Natalie Earnhardt • Premier Sotheby's International Realty • (828) 742-4130
  2. Listed by Joshua Aldridge • Premier Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 1729 Forest Ridge Drive, Unit 17

Waterfront
No
Waterfront Features
Pond
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
Linville Ridge
View
LongRange, Mountains
LISTING UPDATED: 12/08/2025 03:21 PM

Property Details for 1729 Forest Ridge Drive, Unit 17

StatusActive
MLS #255065
Days on Market279
Taxes$1,680 / year
HOA Fees$3,776 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Residential
Year Built-
Lot Size14.42 AC
CountyAvery County

Location

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Building Information for 1729 Forest Ridge Drive, Unit 17

Building Size-Lot Size14.42 AC

Payment Calculator

$7,034 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,580

Property Taxes

$140

HOA Dues

$315

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Property Information for 1729 Forest Ridge Drive, Unit 17

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Highway 105 South to Linville Ridge Entrance. Stay left on Ridge Drive. Continue straight onto Moon Run and merge straight into Forest Ridge Drive. 1729 will be on your left.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28646
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 9-Linville
  • MLS Area Minor: Linville
  • Topography: Sloping
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1847-00-71-9287
  • Association Fee: $3,776.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Linville Ridge POA
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,680
  • Tax Book Number: 38/166B
  • Tax Lot: 29
School Information
  • Elementary School: Newland
  • High School: Avery County
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 14.42
  • Lot Size Area: 14.42
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: PrivateSewer, SepticNeeded
  • Utilities: CableAvailable
  • Water Source: CommunityCoop
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Community Features: ClubMembershipAvailable, Clubhouse, Golf, Gated, Pool, TennisCourts
  • Vegetation: PartiallyWooded, Wooded

Property History for 1729 Forest Ridge Drive, Unit 17

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #255065

$1,350,000
Oct 31, 2023

Expired

High Country Association of REALTORS #51531

$1,350,000
Mar 17, 2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #51531

$650,000
Apr 26, 2021

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #51531

$550,000
Apr 20, 2004

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #51531

$450,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/22/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #255065

$1,350,000
10/31/2023

Expired

High Country Association of REALTORS #51531

$1,350,000
03/17/2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #51531

$650,000
04/26/2021

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #51531

$550,000
04/20/2004

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #51531

$450,000

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Schools near 1729 Forest Ridge Drive, Unit 17

This home is within Avery County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Newland Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Avery Middle
Public6 to 8

Avery County High School
Public9 to 12

Blue Ridge Academy
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1729 Forest Ridge Drive, Unit 17 is a 14.42 ac of land for sale in Newland, NC 28657. This property was listed for sale on April 22, 2025 by Premier Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $1,350,000. This listing's school district is Avery County School District. Nearby schools include Newland Elementary School, Avery Middle and Avery County High School. 1729 Forest Ridge Drive, Unit 17 is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 14.42 ac of land on a 628,135 sq. ft. / 14.42 acres lot.

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