NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1455 Laurel Branch Rd Vilas, NC 28692

Estimated Value: $538,000 - $657,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,920 Sq Ft
$311/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 16, 2023

Last sale price $475,000 $247 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,311/month

40 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Trees
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Attic
  • Watauga High School Rated A-
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2023

Come see this new listing in Vilas, less than 20 minutes from downtown Boone. Situated on almost an acre of land between woods and long range mountain views, the sound of a creek and some flat yard to grill and play outside. The main floor boasts with hard wood floors, T&G ceilings and a recently renovated kitchen with high end granite countertops and new appliances. The entire interior and exterior were painted and stained within the past year, not to mention vaulted ceilings in the living/dining room and ample parking for large groups and family/friend events. The primary on the main floor, two more bedrooms below and a dedicated office space and its own laundry room, not to mention is the metal roof, propane fueled Heating System and a pantry space to make any homeowner feel prepared for a snacky situation. Showings start July 8th at 9am!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jaco Gerbrands

Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock Brokerage Phone: 828-295-7337 Listed on: 07/06/2023

Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock

Last Buyer's Agent

Molly Osborne

Keller Williams High Country

Keller Williams High Country

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $818

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 0.98

Parking

  • Driveway

Property Views

  • Trees
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Mountain Architecture
  • Log Cabin
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Log Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Finished Basement
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Schools

  • Cove Creek Elementary School
  • Watauga High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Shared Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • Sewer Applied For Permit
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 0.98 Acre Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Short Term Rentals Allowed
  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1973-79-5007-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$818

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.98
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1020.0
  • Architectural Style: Log Home, Mountain, Traditional
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: 828-295-7337
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Finished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 900.0
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Carbon Monoxide Detector, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
  • Living Area: 1920.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Vinyl, Window Treatments

Exterior Features

  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Log, Log Siding, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Driveway

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Security: Radon Mitigation System
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Permit 3 Bedroom, Sewer Applied for Permit
  • Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
  • Water Source: Shared Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cove Creek
  • High School: Watauga

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 1973-79-5007-000
  • Zoning Description: None
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 818.0
  • Tax Book Number: 1987/60

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 6, 2023
Closed on
Aug 15, 2023
Sold by
Walton Ethan H and Walton Rebecca A
Bought by
Larson Christopher Mark and Larson Julia Katherine
Seller's Agent
Jaco Gerbrands
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock
Buyer's Agent
Molly Osborne
Keller Williams High Country
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$475,000
Views
34
Current Estimated Value
$597,167

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$122,167
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.29%
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Outstanding Balance
$254,075
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$343,092

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 3, 2018
Closed on
Aug 13, 2018
Sold by
Mckinney Christopher M and Mckinney Kate R
Bought by
Walton Ethan H and Walton Rebecca A
Seller's Agent
Barbara Thomas
RE/MAX Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Benjamin Ray
Client First Of The High Country
List Price
$195,000
Sold Price
$195,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.45%
Original Mortgage
$189,150
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2014
Closed on
Jul 8, 2015
Sold by
Jensen Claire Louise P
Bought by
Mckinney Christopher M and Mckinney Kate R
Seller's Agent
Martha R Rice
Coldwell Banker Blair & Assoc
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Thomas
RE/MAX Realty Group
List Price
$175,000
Sold Price
$175,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.62%
Original Mortgage
$178,571
Interest Rate
4.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Larson Christopher Mark $475,000 None Listed On Document
Larson Christopher Mark $475,000 None Listed On Document
Walton Ethan H $195,000 None Available
Mckinney Christopher M $175,000 Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Larson Christopher Mark $260,000
Closed Larson Christopher Mark $260,000
Previous Owner Walton Ethan H $189,150
Previous Owner Mckinney Christopher M $178,571
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/16/2023 08/16/23 Sold $475,000 0.0% $247 / Sq Ft
07/06/2023 07/06/23 For Sale $475,000 +143.6% $247 / Sq Ft
08/13/2018 08/13/18 Sold $195,000 0.0% $113 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/14/2018 07/14/18 Pending -- -- --
07/03/2018 07/03/18 For Sale $195,000 +11.4% $113 / Sq Ft
07/31/2015 07/31/15 Sold $175,000 0.0% $101 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/01/2015 07/01/15 Pending -- -- --
07/07/2014 07/07/14 For Sale $175,000 -- $101 / Sq Ft
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,588 $403,700 $17,000 $386,700
2023 $1,566 $403,700 $17,000 $386,700
2022 $1,566 $403,700 $17,000 $386,700
2021 $0 $210,700 $14,800 $195,900
2020 $1,034 $210,700 $14,800 $195,900
2019 $1,034 $210,700 $14,800 $195,900
2018 $929 $210,700 $14,800 $195,900
2017 $929 $210,700 $14,800 $195,900
2013 -- $200,400 $14,800 $185,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 244497

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1973-79-5007-000