lot 24 Poplar Forest Dr

Boone, NC 28607

$178,000
Price
52,838 / 1.21
Lot Size / Acres
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Description

Discover the enchanting new gated community of Poplar Forest, just five minutes from Boone, where you can plant your roots on a stunning 1.21-acre lot. This beautifully sloping lot is the perfect canvas for your dream home, elevated on a hill that features breathtaking views of Howard's Knob. Picture yourself surrounded by the natural beauty of Howard's Creek Valley, marveling at the seasonal changes. With an approved septic permit for five bedrooms, this space invites families, guests, and pets...Discover the enchanting new gated community of Poplar Forest, just five minutes from Boone, where you can plant your roots on a stunning 1.21-acre lot. This beautifully sloping lot is the perfect canvas for your dream home, elevated on a hill that features breathtaking views of Howard's Knob. Picture yourself surrounded by the natural beauty of Howard's Creek Valley, marveling at the seasonal changes. With an approved septic permit for five bedrooms, this space invites families, guests, and pets to thrive in comfort and freedom. The south-facing orientation floods the area with natural light and presents spectacular views to the west, creating a cozy sanctuary in a picturesque setting. Embrace the potential for short-term rentals, transforming this opportunity into a valuable investment thanks to its excellent location, fast fiber-optic internet, and a minimum square footage requirement of just 1,200 square feet. For outdoor enthusiasts, the vast space beckons for hiking and reveling in the majestic mountain vistas. Enjoy the beauty of the great outdoors while having essential services just moments away. In just five minutes, you can immerse yourself in the vibrant town of Boone, offering shopping, healthcare, and an array of exciting activities, including skiing, delightful dining, and scenic hiking trails. Plus, with Appalachian State University nearby, this remarkable location truly shines!
  1. Listed by Dusty Washburn • Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock • 828-295-7337

Property Details for Lot 24 Poplar Forest Drive

Waterfront
No
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
Poplar Forest
View
LongRange, Mountains, SeasonalView, SouthernExposure
Zoning Description
Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 01/27/2026 05:39 PM

Property Details for Lot 24 Poplar Forest Drive

StatusActive
MLS #256646
Days on Market214
Taxes$485 / year
HOA Fees$1,500 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Residential
Year Built-
Lot Size1.21 AC
CountyWatauga County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock
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Building Information for Lot 24 Poplar Forest Drive

Building Size-Lot Size1.21 AC

Payment Calculator

$1,033 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$868

Property Taxes

$40

HOA Dues

$125

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Property Information for Lot 24 Poplar Forest Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Hardee's in Boone, take NC-194 for 1.6 miles to a Left turn onto Howard's Creek Road, then proceed for 1.5 miles to Poplar Forest Community on your Right. Follow the Lot numbers to Lot 24 on your Left for 0.3 miles.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28607
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 2-NFork, MCamp, Bald Mtn
  • MLS Area Minor: Boone
  • Topography: Sloping
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 2912-01-8874-000
  • Association Fee: $1,500.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Poplar Forest POA
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $485
  • Tax Book Number: 2317/107
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 24, PB29 PG158
  • Tax Lot: 24
School Information
  • Elementary School: Green Valley
  • High School: Watauga
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.213
  • Lot Size Area: 1.213
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, HoaDocuments, Plat, RestrictiveCovenants, Survey
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: NotConnected, PrivateSewer, SepticPermit5OrMoreBedroom
  • Utilities: UndergroundUtilities, HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: NotConnected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Gated, TrailsPaths, LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Vegetation: PartiallyWooded, Wooded

Property History for Lot 24 Poplar Forest Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #256646

$178,000—
Jul 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #256646

$189,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #256646

$178,000
07/07/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #256646

$189,000

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Schools near Lot 24 Poplar Forest Drive

This home is within Watauga County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Green Valley Elementary
Public - PK to 8
Watauga High
Public - 9 to 12
Watauga Virtual Academy
Public - K to 8
Watauga Innovation Academy
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Green Valley 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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More information about Lot 24 Poplar Forest Drive, Boone, NC 28607

Lot 24 Poplar Forest Drive is a 1.21 ac of land for sale in Boone, NC 28607. This property was listed for sale on July 7, 2025 by Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock, it's currently listed at $178,000. This listing's school district is Watauga County School District. Nearby schools include Green Valley Elementary, Watauga High and Watauga Virtual Academy. Lot 24 Poplar Forest Drive is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 1.21 ac of land on a 52,838 sq. ft. / 1.21 acres lot.

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