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2 beds1,176 sqft$166/sqft
2490 Watauga River Rd, Sugar Grove, NC 28679
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.5 acresLot Size
1988Year Built
$166/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Remodeled Mountain Cottage is called 'River's Edge' for a REASON! You can Walk out your front yard and head to the Watauga River's Edge anytime you want! It's renovation included vaulted ceilings with wood tongue & groove, Warm wood floors in the main living area, kitchen has Granite counter tops and tiled floors, tons of counter space and pantry storage. Master bedroom is ensuite with tiled floors and double sink vanity in the bath. Second bedroom is spacious and both bedrooms offer plenty of closet...Remodeled Mountain Cottage is called 'River's Edge' for a REASON! You can Walk out your front yard and head to the Watauga River's Edge anytime you want! It's renovation included vaulted ceilings with wood tongue & groove, Warm wood floors in the main living area, kitchen has Granite counter tops and tiled floors, tons of counter space and pantry storage. Master bedroom is ensuite with tiled floors and double sink vanity in the bath. Second bedroom is spacious and both bedrooms offer plenty of closet space. The living area is accented by the stone fireplace with gas logs and a Hand crafted mantle that boasts the name 'River's Edge'. Lots of windows, skylights, and large deck give you lots of light and views of the river all the day long. The large hot tub is the perfect way to end your day in the mountains - Property is being sold fully furnished and ready for your enjoyment! There's a large storage room downstairs for your river toys, bikes, and picnic supplies. Propane furnace and central air conditioning finish out the package.
  • Listed by: Nena Alsaker • Keller Williams High Country Realty
Listing closed: 02/19/2014 12:00 AM • Source: High Country Association of REALTORS, MLS#: 180192

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 2490 Watauga River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $785 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Mountain
  • Waterfront Features: RiverFront, RiverAccess
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel, NoGarage, Private
  • View: Yes
  • View: Mountains, River
  • Zoning Description: Deed Restrictions,Other-See Remarks
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Lot Size: 1.50 AC / 65,340 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Boone: Highway 105 South to RIGHT on BROADSTONE ROAD; past Mast General Store to LEFT onto WATAUGA RIVER ROAD. Go 2.5 Miles to House on RIGHT.
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Postal Code: 28679
  • Road Responsibility: PublicMaintainedRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 5-Watauga, Shawneehaw
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1971-37-6269-000
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Tax Annual Amount: $785
  • Tax Assessed Value: 223600
  • Tax Book Number: 1500/190
School Information
  • Elementary School: Valle Crucis
  • Elementary School District: Valle Crucis
  • High School District: Valle Crucis
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Valle Crucis
Parking
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1176.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.5
  • Lot Size Area: 1.5
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1176.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Documents Available: Plat, SellersPropertyDisclosure, Survey
  • Human Modified: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: PrivateSewer
  • Water Source: SharedWell
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: HotTubSpa, GravelDriveway
  • Spa: Yes
  • Community Features: LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: WoodSiding
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, CeramicTile, Wood
  • Basement: No
  • Basement: None, Other, SeeRemarks
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Rooms Total: 2
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: ForcedAir, Gas, Propane, Wood
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: One, Gas, Stone
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricRange, ElectricWaterHeater, Disposal, MicrowaveHoodFan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Window Features: DoublePaneWindows

Property History for 2490 Watauga River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 19, 2014

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #180192

$195,000
Feb 11, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #411700140

$184,500
Feb 11, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #428322744

$184,500

-5.4% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/19/2014

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #180192

$195,000
02/11/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #411700140

$184,500
02/11/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #428322744

$184,500

-5.4% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2490 Watauga River Road

Taxable ValueLand$68,000Additions$169,200Total$237,200
Tax Record2025$988 ($82 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtStories1Lot Size65,340 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1988CountyWATAUGAAPN1971-37-6269-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2490 Watauga River Road

This home is within Watauga County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Valle Crucis Elementary
PublicPK to 8

Watauga High
Public9 to 12

Watauga Virtual Academy
PublicK to 8

Watauga Innovation Academy
Public9 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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