3 beds1,680 sqft$473/sqft
790 Howard Edmisten Rd, Sugar Grove, NC 28679
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Description

New Construction home with 2 car garage and Cove Creek Frontage, Short-Term Rentals Permitted. Nestled in the scenic Sugar Grove community, this mountain style home offers exceptional craftsmanship, beautiful pastoral and surrounding mountain views, and direct access to Cove Creek. Designed to embrace its peaceful setting, the home features a welcoming rocking chair front porch and a spacious covered rear deck with southwest exposure, perfect for enjoying sunsets and the surrounding countryside....New Construction home with 2 car garage and Cove Creek Frontage, Short-Term Rentals Permitted. Nestled in the scenic Sugar Grove community, this mountain style home offers exceptional craftsmanship, beautiful pastoral and surrounding mountain views, and direct access to Cove Creek. Designed to embrace its peaceful setting, the home features a welcoming rocking chair front porch and a spacious covered rear deck with southwest exposure, perfect for enjoying sunsets and the surrounding countryside. The thoughtfully designed floor plan centers around a spacious great room with soaring cathedral ceilings, a stunning wood-burning fireplace with propane starter, and abundant natural light. Ten-foot ceilings throughout the remainder of the home enhance the open, airy feel. The custom kitchen is beautifully appointed with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry professionally finished by Faux Bella Finishers of High Point, and stainless steel/black appliances. The primary suite features warm wood-paneled accent walls and an ensuite bath complete with an antique vanity, custom tile, and a walk-in shower. Two additional guest bedrooms share a beautifully finished tile bathroom with a jetted soaking tub. Additional conveniences include a dedicated laundry room with washer/dryer hookups and utility sink, a propane tankless water heater, and a whole-house attic fan for enhanced comfort and efficiency. The unfinished lower level with interior access outstanding flexibility with concrete floors, abundant storage, and space ideal for a workshop, recreation room, or future expansion, while also providing access to the oversized two-car garage. Outside, the property is designed for easy access with two circular driveways—one extending around the home and another welcoming guests at the front entrance. Premium Pella windows and doors further showcase the home's quality construction. Short-term rentals are permitted, making this property an excellent opportunity for a full-time residence, mountain retreat, or investment property. According to the owners, the home was constructed to meet the new 2025–2026 flood guidelines, providing additional peace of mind. Experience the beauty of the Cove Creek Valley from this exceptional new construction home where quality craftsmanship, thoughtful design, and breathtaking surroundings come together. Easy access to nearby Boone and Valle Crucis. Note: the unfinished lower level basement flooded during Helene. Seller to retain a walking easement (limited to outer edge of property beyond current privacy and split rail fence lines) to access the creek frontage.
LISTING UPDATED: 07/17/2026 03:16 PM

  1. Listed by Todd Rice • Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Blowing Rock • (828) 295-7777
  2. Listed by William Aceto • Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Boone

Property Details for 790 Howard Edmisten Road

Status
MLS #
263232
Days on Market
16
Taxes
$1,334 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2025
Lot Size
1.82 AC / 79,148 SF
Architectural Style
Mountain
Waterfront Features
Creek, Stream
Parking Features
Driveway, Garage, TwoCarGarage, Gravel, Oversized, Private
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
None
View
Mountains, Pasture, CreekStream
Zoning Description
None

Location

Listing Courtesy of Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Blowing Rock; Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Boone
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Building Information for 790 Howard Edmisten Road

Stories1Year Built2025Building Size-Lot Size1.82 AC / 79,148 SF

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$4,152 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,041

Property Taxes

$111

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 790 Howard Edmisten Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Travel West of Boone on Hwy 421 / Hwy 321. Take a left on hwy 321 at Skateworld traveling towards Sugar Grove. Turn left On Howard Edmisten Rd prior to (Rominger Rd) crossing the bridge over Cove Creek. House is 1/2 mile on right.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28679
  • Road Responsibility: PublicMaintainedRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 6-Laurel Creek, Beaver Dam, Beech Mountain
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1962-80-2082-000
  • Additional Parcels Description: 1961-89-0915-000
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,334
  • Tax Book Number: 2094/693
School Information
  • Elementary School: Cove Creek
  • High School: Watauga
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1680.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.817
  • Lot Size Area: 1.817
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1680.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 2025
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, Plat, SellersPropertyDisclosure, Survey
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: Other, SepticPermit3Bedroom, SeeRemarks
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: GravelDriveway
  • Community Features: LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: WoodSiding, WoodFrame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Laminate
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: ExteriorEntry, Full, InteriorEntry
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir, Electric, HeatPump, AtticFan
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, ForcedAir, Fireplaces, HeatPump
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: One, Other, SeeRemarks, Stone, WoodBurning
  • Laundry Features: MainLevel
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, ElectricRange, GasWaterHeater, MicrowaveHoodFan, Microwave, Refrigerator, TanklessWaterHeater
  • Interior Features: Attic, PullDownAtticStairs, VaultedCeilings
  • Window Features: DoublePaneWindows

Property History for 790 Howard Edmisten Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #263232

$795,000
Jul 4, 2026

Withdrawn

High Country Association of REALTORS #258596

$654,000
Jun 10, 2026

Temporarily Off Market

High Country Association of REALTORS #258596

$654,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/17/2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #263232

$795,000
07/04/2026

Withdrawn

High Country Association of REALTORS #258596

$654,000
06/10/2026

Temporarily Off Market

High Country Association of REALTORS #258596

$654,000

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

Public Records for 790 Howard Edmisten Road

Taxable ValueLand$14,400Additions-Total$14,400
Tax Record2025$53 ($4 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size28,880 SqFtStyleResidentialCountyWATAUGAAPN1962-80-2082-000

Schools near 790 Howard Edmisten 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
Cove Creek 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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790 Howard Edmisten Road is a single family home for sale in Sugar Grove, NC 28679. This property was listed for sale on July 17, 2026 by Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Blowing Rock, it's currently listed at $795,000. This listing's school district is Watauga County School District. Nearby schools include Cove Creek Elementary, Watauga High and Watauga Virtual Academy. 790 Howard Edmisten Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,680 sqft single family home built in 2025.

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