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3 beds2,226 sqft
248 James F Watson Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694
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Single FamilyProperty Type
5.16 acresLot Size
1997Year Built
$278/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Tucked away on 5 unrestricted acres, this inviting mountain property offers privacy, versatility, and room to enjoy the outdoors, all surrounded by the natural beauty of the High Country. A beautiful driveway welcomes you onto the property, where open areas, mature trees, mountain views, and a spring-fed pond create a peaceful setting with plenty of possibilities. The home offers over 2,200 square feet of living space, plus an additional 475 square feet of heated partially finished basement area....Tucked away on 5 unrestricted acres, this inviting mountain property offers privacy, versatility, and room to enjoy the outdoors, all surrounded by the natural beauty of the High Country. A beautiful driveway welcomes you onto the property, where open areas, mature trees, mountain views, and a spring-fed pond create a peaceful setting with plenty of possibilities. The home offers over 2,200 square feet of living space, plus an additional 475 square feet of heated partially finished basement area. This sheetrocked lower-level space provides added flexibility and could serve as a home gym, workshop, hobby or craft area, or additional storage. Outside, a multi-use metal building provides additional storage and could also serve as a shelter or barn for animals. A brand-new, never-used chicken coop with a 16-foot enclosed run is ready for its first flock and designed to help keep chickens protected. With 5 unrestricted acres, there is room for gardening, animals, recreation, or simply enjoying the privacy and beauty of your surroundings. Open areas, wooded spaces, mountain views, and the spring-fed pond give this property the kind of setting that makes mountain living special. A new metal roof installed in 2023 adds to the home's appeal while the propane-powered Generac generator gives you peace of mind. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or a property with space to create your own mini-homestead, 248 James F. Watson Road offers the acreage, flexibility, and setting to make it your own.
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  • Listed by: Michelle Halsey Dix • A-1 Mountain Realty (336) 846-4900
Last updated: 09/28/2026 10:33 PM • Source: High Country Association of REALTORS, MLS#: 264537

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Property Information for 248 James F Watson Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,089 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Ashe County
  • Architectural Style: Ranch, Traditional
  • Waterfront Features: Pond
  • Parking Features: Carport, Detached, Garage
  • View: Yes
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • View: Mountains, Pasture, TreesWoods, SouthernExposure
  • Zoning Description: None
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Lot Size: 5.16 AC / 224,856 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From downtown West Jefferson, take Hwy 163 and turn right onto Idlewild Rd. Go 3.4 miles and turn left onto Park Vista Rd. Travel 1.1 miles and turn left onto James F. Watson Rd. Driveway will be on right side.
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Postal Code: 28694
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 20-Pine Swamp, Old Fields, Ashe Elk
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 152983511736
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,089
  • Tax Book Number: 00546/1635
School Information
  • Elementary School: Westwood
  • High School: Ashe County
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1345.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 881.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.162
  • Lot Size Area: 5.162
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2226.0
Property and Assessments
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, SellersPropertyDisclosure
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: SepticTank
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable, SepticAvailable
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: OutBuildings
  • Community Features: LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Brick, VinylSiding, WoodFrame
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Security Features: RadonMitigationSystem
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished, Unfinished, WalkOutAccess
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, ForcedAir, HeatPump, Propane
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Vented
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup, MainLevel
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, ElectricRange, Disposal, GasWaterHeater, MicrowaveHoodFan, Microwave, Refrigerator, TanklessWaterHeater, Washer

Property History for 248 James F Watson Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 28, 2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #264537

$619,000—
Oct 7, 2022

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #238587

$457,000—
Aug 31, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1499427602

$457,000

+21.0% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/28/2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #264537

$619,000
10/07/2022

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #238587

$457,000
08/31/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1499427602

$457,000

+21.0% / yr

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Public Records for 248 James F Watson Road

Taxable ValueLand$87,400Additions$335,500Total$422,900
Tax Record2026$2,131 ($178 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,275 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,275 SqFtLot Size224,857 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1999Year Renovated1999CountyASHEAPN152983511736

Schools near 248 James F Watson 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 - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Westwood Elementary
PublicK to 6

Ashe County Middle
Public7 to 8

Ashe County High
Public9 to 12

Ashe County Early College High
Public9 to 13

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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248 James F Watson Road is a single family home for sale in West Jefferson, NC 28694. This property was listed for sale on September 28, 2026 by A-1 Mountain Realty, it's currently listed at $619,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on October 7, 2022. This listing's school district is Ashe County School District. Nearby schools include Westwood Elementary, Ashe County Middle and Ashe County High. 248 James F Watson Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,226 sqft single family home built in 1997.

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