3,136 Sq. Ft.
$212 / Sq. Ft.
3,136
Sq. Ft.
$212
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming move in ready contemporary home on the 7th fairway in High Meadows Golf and Country Club! Large 1+ acre wooded lot provides a wonderful escape! This home has had recent updates to the kitchen, loads of fresh paint and new flooring. Deck has been recently restained also! Owner has added built ins for convenience and storage. 2 Lovely stone fireplaces await your pleasure! As you enter the large living area beckons you to sit by the fire or mosey onto the expansive deck that opens seamlessly...Charming move in ready contemporary home on the 7th fairway in High Meadows Golf and Country Club! Large 1+ acre wooded lot provides a wonderful escape! This home has had recent updates to the kitchen, loads of fresh paint and new flooring. Deck has been recently restained also! Owner has added built ins for convenience and storage. 2 Lovely stone fireplaces await your pleasure! As you enter the large living area beckons you to sit by the fire or mosey onto the expansive deck that opens seamlessly to expand your living area. Sit out and enjoy the breeze as you overlook the golf course. The kitchen offers ample cabinetry and an inviting coffee bar! Behind the massive stone fireplace is a large dining area overlooking the huge outdoor deck. Primary suite on main level offers ensuite BA with large walk in closet. The lower level has 2 bedrooms both with ensuite BA. Wonderful bonus area has been divided and can be easily reconfigured if desired. Also you'll find a large laundry area with storage and an additional storage area! Out front there is a large 2 car detached garage with room for a work area. Cozy woodstove in main area of garage Upstairs, the garage offers space for an office, studio, extra storage or whatever your heart desires. This home offers a mulitide of options to customize the space to fit your specific needs! Near Stone Mtn State Park, The scenic Blue Ridge Parkway and conveniently located between Sparta and Elkin for shopping and dining!
  1. Listed by Lesia Cockerham • Keller Williams Elite Blue Ridge • (336) 372-4774

Property Details for 971 Ridge Road

Architectural Style
Contemporary
Waterfront Features
Pond
Parking Features
Asphalt, Driveway, Detached, Garage, TwoCarGarage
Subdivision Name
High Meadows Golf and Country Club
Zoning Description
Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 04/17/2026 02:28 PM

Property Details for 971 Ridge Road

StatusActive
MLS #261291
Days on Market1
Taxes$2,282 / year
HOA Fees$1,100 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1984
Lot Size1.20 AC / 52,272 SF
CountyAlleghany County

Location

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Building Information for 971 Ridge Road

Stories1Year Built1984Building Size-Lot Size1.20 AC / 52,272 SF

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$3,630 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,349

Property Taxes

$190

HOA Dues

$92

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Property Information for 971 Ridge Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From the courthouse in Sparta, travel US 21 S to R onto Country Club Rd. At stop sign L onto Ridge Rd. Home is on L after passing Meadowview Dr.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28627
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 31-Cherry Lane
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 4907928307
  • Association Fee: $1,100.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: High Meadows
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,282
  • Tax Book Number: 447/0076
  • Tax Legal Description: HIGH MEADOWS - LOT #33-G
  • Tax Lot: 33-G
School Information
  • Elementary School: Glade Creek
  • High School: Alleghany
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1680.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1456.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.2
  • Lot Size Area: 1.2
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 3136.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermit3Bedroom
  • Utilities: CableAvailable, HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: CommunityCoop
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Community Features: ClubMembershipAvailable, Clubhouse, FitnessCenter, Golf, Pool, TennisCourts
  • Construction Materials: Cedar, WoodFrame
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open
  • Security Features: RadonMitigationSystem
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished, InteriorEntry, WalkOutAccess
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: HeatPump
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Ductless, Electric, Fireplaces, HeatPump
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Two, Gas, Stone, Propane
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup, InBasement
  • Appliances: ConvectionOven, Dishwasher, ElectricWaterHeater, Disposal, InductionCooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: VaultedCeilings

Property History for 971 Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #261291

$665,000—
Oct 17, 2024

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$485,000—
Oct 17, 2024

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$285,000—
Oct 16, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1542992155

$485,000

+6.9% / yr

Sep 9, 2024

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

—
Sep 8, 2024

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

—
Aug 20, 2024

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$497,500—
Aug 5, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$525,000—
Aug 5, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$497,500—
Jul 10, 2024

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

—
Jun 28, 2024

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$525,000—
Nov 1, 2022

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

$425,000—
Oct 27, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1500940729

$425,000—
Sep 19, 2022

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

—
Aug 29, 2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

$450,000—
Aug 9, 2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

$495,000—
Jul 27, 2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

$519,000—
Jul 10, 2022

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

$535,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/16/2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #261291

$665,000
10/17/2024

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$485,000
10/17/2024

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$285,000
10/16/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1542992155

$485,000

+6.9% / yr

09/09/2024

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

—
09/08/2024

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

—
08/20/2024

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$497,500
08/05/2024

Temporarily Off Market

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$525,000
08/05/2024

Temporarily Off Market

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$497,500
07/10/2024

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

—
06/28/2024

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #250538

$525,000
11/01/2022

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

$425,000
10/27/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1500940729

$425,000
09/19/2022

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

—
08/29/2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

$450,000
08/09/2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

$495,000
07/27/2022

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

$519,000
07/10/2022

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #238554

$535,000

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Public Records for 971 Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$83,300Additions$298,900Total$382,200
Tax Record2025$2,533 ($211 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt3,056 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,056 SqFtStories1Lot Size52,272 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1984CountyALLEGHANYAPN4907928307

Schools near 971 Ridge Road

This home is within Alleghany County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Glade Creek Elementary
PublicPK to 8

Alleghany High
Public9 to 12

Sparta Elementary
PublicPK to 8

Piney Creek Elementary
PublicPK to 8

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971 Ridge Road is a single family home for sale in Glade Valley, NC 28627. This property was listed for sale on April 16, 2026 by Keller Williams Elite Blue Ridge, it's currently listed at $665,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on October 17, 2024. This listing's school district is Alleghany County School District. Nearby schools include Glade Creek Elementary, Alleghany High and Sparta Elementary. 971 Ridge Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 3,136 sqft single family home built in 1984.

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