485 River Ridge Road

Closed 7/9/25
Closed 7/9/25
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Last Sold Price
$577,500
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3 beds1,956 sqft

485 River Ridge Rd, Boone, NC 28607

Description

Your mountain sanctuary awaits! This captivating 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,956 sq ft log cabin is situated in a popular gated New River development. This home promises the ultimate blend of rustic charm, security, and modern amenities. Perfectly positioned less than 30 minutes from the heart of Boone, West Jefferson, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, you'll experience both seclusion and accessibility. The development features a common area on the river, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking access to the New...Your mountain sanctuary awaits! This captivating 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,956 sq ft log cabin is situated in a popular gated New River development. This home promises the ultimate blend of rustic charm, security, and modern amenities. Perfectly positioned less than 30 minutes from the heart of Boone, West Jefferson, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, you'll experience both seclusion and accessibility. The development features a common area on the river, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts seeking access to the New River. This home is being sold fully furnished, offering an effortless move-in experience. The cabin could also serve as an excellent vacation rental or a potential second home. Well-maintained development roads and a paved driveway provide easy access to the property. The property is level with a large backyard surrounded by trees for privacy. Mature landscaping adds to the cabin's curb appeal. Inside, discover gleaming oak wood floors in the main living areas and a striking vaulted ceiling with exposed beams that amplify the sense of space. The impressive master bath features a rejuvenating whirlpool tub and a convenient walk-in shower. The kitchen is equipped with upscale stainless steel appliances, ready for your culinary creations. A cozy wood-burning fireplace invites relaxation. A dedicated family room, complete with a pool table, provides endless entertainment. Relish seasonal mountain views from the multiple covered decks and capitalize on the large unfinished crawl space for ample covered storage. A whole-house water filtration system provides peace of mind. This property is meticulously designed for comfort and enjoyment, offering a vivid picture of what mountain life could be like.
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.85 acresLot Size
2003Year Built
$295/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$550/yrHOA Fees
Listing closed: 07/09/2025 12:00 AM
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS, MLS#: 255588
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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$635,000

Avg days on market

102

Sale-to-list ratio

93.8%

Boone, NC

9 comparable properties found

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1

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579 River Ridge Road, Boone, NC 28607

$710,000 | 116 Coyote Trail, Boone, NC 28607
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2

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$550,000 | 218 Wade Lookabill Drive, Boone, NC 28607
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$487,500 | 138 Talon Drive, Boone, NC 28607
1/41
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138 Talon Drive, Boone, NC 28607

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Square Feet
1.03
Acres

535 River Side Drive, Boone, NC 28607

a backyard of a house with wooden fence and trees
1/27
6

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Square Feet
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Acres

850 River Ridge Road, Boone, NC 28607

$670,000 | 713 River Ridge Road, Boone, NC 28607
1/45
7

$670,000

Sold 03/05/26

3
Bedrooms
2,155
Square Feet
1.58
Acres

713 River Ridge Road, Boone, NC 28607

a view of a balcony and chairs
1/43
8

$685,000

Sold 09/18/26

4
Bedrooms
1,934
Square Feet
1.55
Acres

480 River Ridge Road, Boone, NC 28607

a living room with furniture and a fireplace
1/50
9

$515,000

Sold 12/22/25

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2,213
Square Feet
1.17
Acres

371 Coolwoods Drive, Boone, NC 28607

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Property information

485 River Ridge Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $1,875 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Watauga County
  • Architectural Style: LogHome
  • Waterfront Features: RiverAccess
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Driveway, NoGarage, Paved, Private
  • View: Yes
  • Subdivision Name: River Ridge
  • View: LongRange, Mountains, SeasonalView, TreesWoods, SouthernExposure

Building Information

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Lot Size: 0.85 AC / 37,200 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

  • Directions: From the intersection of Hwy 221 and Hwy 421, travel toward Boone for approximately 5.2 miles. Turn right onto Pine Run Rd. and continue for 3.2 miles. Then turn left on Ridge Run for 1.4 miles, then right onto Castle Ford Rd. for 0.6 miles. Keep right to continue on Milton Moretz Rd for 0.1 miles, then turn left onto River Ridge Road. After going through the gate (code required), the property is the 4th house on the left with the realtor's sign in the yard.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28607
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 2-NFork, MCamp, Bald Mtn
  • MLS Area Minor: Boone

Taxes and HOA Information

  • Parcel Number: 2932-44-5803-000
  • Association Fee: $550.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: River Ridge POA
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,875
  • Tax Book Number: 844/596
  • Tax Lot: 47

School Information

  • Elementary School: Green Valley
  • High School: Watauga

Parking

  • Garage: No

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Lot Information

  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1956.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.854
  • Lot Size Area: 0.854
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1956.0

Property and Assessments

  • Year Built: 2003
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, Other, Plat, RestrictiveCovenants, SellersPropertyDisclosure, SeeRemarks, Survey
  • Human Modified: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: PrivateSewer, SepticPermit3Bedroom
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: Other, SeeRemarks, SharedWell

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: PavedDriveway
  • Community Features: Gated, River, LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple, Open
  • Roof: Metal

Interior Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, CeramicTile, Wood
  • Basement: CrawlSpace
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir, HeatPump, Zoned
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, ForcedAir, Fireplaces, HeatPump, Zoned
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: One, Stone, WoodBurning
  • Laundry Features: UpperLevel
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricRange, ElectricWaterHeater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Furnished, VaultedCeilings, WindowTreatments, JettedTub
  • Window Features: DoubleHung, DoublePaneWindows, Screens, WoodFrames, WindowTreatments

Property History

485 River Ridge Road

DateEventPrice
Jul 9, 2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #255588

$577,500
Jul 7, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1907196295

$577,500
May 27, 2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #255588

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DateEventPrice
07/09/2025

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #255588

$577,500
07/07/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1907196295

$577,500
05/27/2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #255588

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Public records

485 River Ridge Road

Beds

3

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

1,904 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,904 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

37,026 SqFt

Schools

Near 485 River Ridge Road

This home is within Watauga County School District.

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Nearby home values

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This home: 485 River Ridge Road, Boone, NC 28607
$577,500
3
1,956
37,200
465 River Ridge Road, Boone, NC 28607
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3
2
2,504
36,590
505 River Ridge Road, Boone, NC 28607
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1,436
33,541
466 River Ridge Road, Boone, NC 28607
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3
3
1,971
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510 River Ridge Road, Boone, NC 28607
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535 River Ridge Road, Boone, NC 28607
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