199 Bear Ridge Drive

Closed 4/26/24
Closed 4/26/24
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Last Sold Price
$515,000
3 beds3,248 sqft$159/sqft
199 Bear Ridge Dr, Butler, TN 37640

Description

Breathtaking mountain views in an absolutely beautiful custom built log cabin home nestled in the beautiful Bear Ridge Estates. This quiet gated community is only a 1/2 a mile from the private marina, Cove Ridge located on the gorgeous Watauga Lake. This home offers an open concept with cathedral ceilings, wooden beams, stoned gas fireplace in the Living Room and downstairs Den. The kitchen has custom made cabinets with leathered granite countertops, fully equipped with stainless appliances and tile...Breathtaking mountain views in an absolutely beautiful custom built log cabin home nestled in the beautiful Bear Ridge Estates. This quiet gated community is only a 1/2 a mile from the private marina, Cove Ridge located on the gorgeous Watauga Lake. This home offers an open concept with cathedral ceilings, wooden beams, stoned gas fireplace in the Living Room and downstairs Den. The kitchen has custom made cabinets with leathered granite countertops, fully equipped with stainless appliances and tile flooring as well as an island. There is a loft that overlooks the Living Room and Kitchen area that is currently used as a game room. The main level also has 2 huge bedrooms and a full bath. The home has hardwood flooring throughout, with tile in the bathrooms and laundry room and carpet over tile in the downstairs area. The downstairs has a HUGE den with gas stone fireplace, walk out patios, laundry room, 3rd bedroom, tons of closets for storage and another full bathroom. From the huge deck upstairs and walk out patios downstairs, you can see breathtaking mountain views and enjoy entertaining family and friends. This home sits on over 1.5 acres and also adjoins the National Forest. Perfect as a primary home or as an investment property to use as an Airbnb. This home is just a short drive to Boone, NC, Asheville NC, Dollywood, TN and Pigeon Forge, TN. Buyer/Buyers agent to verify all information. No commissions paid on sellers concessions. GATE CODE NEEDED and PRIVATE LOCK BOX CODE NEEDED. This home also has a private boat slip in Cove Ridge Marina and a 2006 Crest Pontoon for sale - private slip has been paid through Feb 2025 (contact listing agent for details on slip and boat)
LISTING CLOSED: 04/26/2024 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Karen Stigall • RE/MAX Preferred

Property Details for 199 Bear Ridge Drive

Status
Closed
MLS #
9963775
Days on Market
29
Taxes
$2,197 / year
HOA Fees
$725 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1998
Lot Size
1.77 AC / 77,101 SF
County
Carter County
Architectural Style
Cabin, Craftsman
View
Mountain(s)
Zoning
res
Subdivision
Bear Ridge Estates
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Building Information for 199 Bear Ridge Drive

Stories-Year Built1998Building Size-Lot Size1.77 AC / 77,101 SF

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Property Information for 199 Bear Ridge Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Butler
  • County: Carter
  • Directions: HWY 67 TO BUTLER, LEFT ON PIERCETOWN RD., BEAR RIGHT, GO 1 MILE TURN RIGHT ON BEAR RIDGE DR. GATED (GET CODE WHEN SETTING APPOINTMENT) Top hill - home on left. See Sign. GPS may say Wilderness Drive and/or Bear Ridge Drive.
  • Latitude: 36.36
  • Longitude: -82.05
  • Postal Code: 37640
  • State Or Province: TN
  • Topography: Mountainous, Sloped, Wooded, See Remarks
  • MLS Area Major: 305 - Watauga Lake
  • MLS Area Minor: 305 - Watauga Lake
  • General Property Description : Zoning: res
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Book Number: 479
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 038p A 033.00
  • Association Fee: 725.0
  • General Property Description : Deed Book: 479
  • General Property Description : Deed Page: 379
  • Location Tax Legal Info : City Taxes: $.00
  • Location Tax Legal Info : County Taxes: $2,197.44
  • General Property Description : HOA Fee: $725.00
School Information
  • High School: Unaka
  • Middle Or Junior School: Little Milligan
  • Elementary School: Little Milligan
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 194x373x15x55x94x367
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 77,101.20
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.77
  • Lot Size Area: 1.77
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 3,248.00
  • Building Area Total: 3,248.00
  • General Property Description : Acres: 1.77
  • General Property Description : Above Grade SqFt: 1752.0
  • General Property Description : Total SqFt Unfinished: 0.0
  • SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 1496
  • SqFt Details : Finished SqFt Level: 256
  • SqFt Details : Basement Total SqFt: 1496
  • SqFt Details : Garage Total SqFt: 0
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Above Average
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
  • New Construction: No
  • Showing Instructions : Sign: Yes
  • Showing Instructions : Vacant: Yes
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Den, Gas Log, Living Room, See Remarks
  • Foundation Details: See Remarks
  • Interior Features: Balcony, Eat-in Kitchen, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Combo, Laminate Counters, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s), See Remarks
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Heated, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access, See Remarks
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, See Remarks
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.00
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • BedroomsTotal: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, See Remarks
  • Fireplace : Gas Log: Yes
  • Fireplace : Living Room: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, See Remarks
  • Construction Materials: Log, See Remarks
  • Parking Features: RV Access/Parking, Driveway, Asphalt, Parking Pad
  • Patio And Porch Features: Back, Balcony, Deck, Rear Patio, Rear Porch, Side Porch, See Remarks
  • Roof: Metal
  • Window Features: Single Pane Windows, Window Treatments
  • Heating : Heat Pump: Central, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, See Remarks
  • Walls : Wood: Yes

Property History for 199 Bear Ridge Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 26, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1531455153

$515,000—
Apr 26, 2024

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9963775

$515,000—
Apr 2, 2024

Contract - Not Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9963775

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/26/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1531455153

$515,000
04/26/2024

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9963775

$515,000
04/02/2024

Contract - Not Showing

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9963775

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Public Records for 199 Bear Ridge Drive

Taxable ValueLand$21,125Additions$79,675Total$100,800
Tax Record2024$2,197 ($183 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt3,044 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,650 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,394 SqFtStories2Lot Size77,101 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1998Year Renovated2003CountyCARTERAPN038P A 03300Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 199 Bear Ridge Drive

This home is within Carter County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Little Milligan Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Unaka Elementary School
Public - PK to 8
Unaka High School
Public - 9 to 12
Carter County Alternative School
Public - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Little Milligan Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Unaka Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

Unaka High School
Public9 to 12

Carter County Alternative School
Public5 to 12

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 199 Bear Ridge Drive, Butler, TN 37640
$515,000
3
3,248
77,101
Lot 21 Wilderness, Unit 21, Butler, TN 37640
$16,693
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85,813
197 Bear Ridge Drive, Butler, TN 37640
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3
1,626
78,844
Lot 20 Wilderness, Unit 20, Butler, TN 37640
$10,807
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67,518
0 Wilderness Drive, Unit 30, Butler, TN 37640
$50,000
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42,688
203 Bear Ridge Drive, Butler, TN 37640
$977,777
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