$490,000
SOLD JUN 24, 2016

1634 Watkins Ct Unit 15 Morganton, NC 28655

Lake James Neighborhood
3 Beds
3 Baths
5,892 Sq Ft
0.69 Acres

Recently Sold

$83 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

176 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Boat Lift
  • Boat Slip
  • Clubhouse
  • Greenhouse
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wooded Lot

About This Home

As of May 2025

Extensive renovations,additions & upgrades Craftsman style home in E. Shore ,Lake James. One Level Lvg: LR w FP,Library. Chefs Kitc w/6 burner Wolf gas cktop, ovens,dw,2 Subzero frig & wine chiller,Butlers Pantry/Off w/dw,w/d hook-up. Brkft, DR w/ FP. Deck w cabinets,quartz counters & grill. Master Ste, walk-in closet, BA w/tiled walk-in shower. 2 Add'l BR & full BA. Lower:FR w/wet bar,frig,wine chiller &full BA.Covered Patio,Gardening RM. 2 car garage,storage. Paved Path to boat slip w/lift.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dianne Reihl

Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James Brokerage Email: drreihl@bellsouth.net License #246976 Listed on: 12/08/2015

Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James

Last Buyer's Agent

Dianne Reihl

Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James Brokerage Email: drreihl@bellsouth.net License #246976 Listed on: 12/08/2015

Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,146

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • 0.69 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 179x174x142x199
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $179 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Arts and Crafts Architecture
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Sound System
  • Built-In Features
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile
  • Slate Flooring

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Boat Lift
  • Boat Slip
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Greenhouse
  • Shed
  • Outdoor Gas Grill

Schools

  • Glen Alpine Elementary School
  • Table Rock Middle School
  • Freedom High School

Utilities

  • Heat Pump System
  • Propane
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 45691
  • Tax Block Phase 1

Community Details

Overview

  • Craig,Rik Association, Phone Number (828) 443-7909
  • East Shores Subdivision
  • Mandatory home owners association

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,146

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$179 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Arts and Crafts
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Special Assessment Yn: 0
  • Proposed Special Assessment Yn: 0
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 83.16
  • Attribution Contact: drreihl@bellsouth.net
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Slate, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Stairs Pulldown, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 2266
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 2266
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven
  • Other Equipment: Surround Sound
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4532
  • Has Basement: Basement, Basement Garage Door, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1360
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Unvented, Gas Vented, Living Room, Other - See Remarks
  • Living Area: 5892
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s), Window Treatments
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Room Count: 13
  • Sq Ft Other: 0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gas Grill, Outdoor Kitchen
  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Waterfront Features: Boat Lift, Boat Slip (Deed)
  • Waterfront Elevation: 1000
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Other Structures: Greenhouse, Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Patio, Other - See Remarks

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Parking Features: Basement, Driveway, Garage, Garage Faces Side

Utilities

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Main Level
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Propane
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Outdoor Pool, Street Lights, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee: 1076
  • Association Fee Frequency: Semi-Annually
  • Hoa Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • Association Name: Craig,Rik
  • Phone: 828-443-7909
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: SemiAnnually

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Table Rock
  • HOA Subject To: Required

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Wooded
  • Lot Size Area: 0.69
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 45691
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Plat Book Slide: 10/3
  • Development Status: Completed
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.69
  • Lot Size: 179x174x142x199
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 30056
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Zoning Specification: R-1

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 1

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: Phase 1

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Glen Alpine
  • High School: Freedom

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 1, 2025
Closed on
May 16, 2025
Sold by
St Germain Michael
Bought by
Haager Living Trust and Haager
Seller's Agent
Jamie Maiella
Horizon Realty Associates LLC
Buyer's Agent
Laura Faria
Keller Williams Unified
List Price
$879,000
Sold Price
$860,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,000
-2.16%
Views
43

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
21.46%
Original Mortgage
$688,000
Outstanding Balance
$688,000
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$202,634

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 3, 2024
Closed on
Aug 27, 2024
Sold by
Bruce A Schrimmer 2018 Revocable Trust and Lisa M Schrimmer 2018 Revocable Trust
Bought by
Germain Michael St
Seller's Agent
Dianne Reihl
Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
Buyer's Agent
Tyler Davis
Looking Glass Realty AVL LLC
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$865,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$130,000
-13.07%
Views
98

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.82%
Original Mortgage
$692,000
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2022
Sold by
Schrimmer Bruce Alan and Schrimmer Lisa Marie
Bought by
Bruce A Schrimmer 2018 Revocable Trust and Lisa M Schrimmer 2018 Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 11, 2017
Sold by
Schrimmer Bruce A and Schrimmer Lisa M
Bought by
Schrimmer Lisa M

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 8, 2015
Closed on
Jun 23, 2016
Sold by
Saunders Keith Edward
Bought by
Schrimmer Bruce A and Schrimmer Lisa M
Seller's Agent
Dianne Reihl
Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
Buyer's Agent
Dianne Reihl
Engel & Volkers Foothills Lake James
List Price
$535,000
Sold Price
$490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-8.41%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.79%
Original Mortgage
$392,000
Interest Rate
3.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2014
Sold by
Saunders Keith Edward and Saunders Pamela Ward
Bought by
Saunders Keith Edward and Keith Edward Saunders Revocable Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 11, 2010
Sold by
Drozd Joseph J and Drozd Helen T
Bought by
Saunders Keith E and Saunders Pamela W

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
4.74%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $860,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $860,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $865,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $490,000 Attorney
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $325,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $688,000 New Conventional
Closed $688,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $692,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $392,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $275,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Sold $860,000 -1.4% $277 / Sq Ft
03/19/2025 03/19/25 Price Changed $872,500 -0.7% $281 / Sq Ft
02/01/2025 02/01/25 For Sale $879,000 +1.6% $283 / Sq Ft
09/06/2024 09/06/24 Sold $865,000 -3.8% $275 / Sq Ft
07/15/2024 07/15/24 Price Changed $899,000 -3.3% $286 / Sq Ft
06/07/2024 06/07/24 Price Changed $929,900 -4.6% $295 / Sq Ft
05/13/2024 05/13/24 Price Changed $974,900 -2.0% $310 / Sq Ft
04/03/2024 04/03/24 For Sale $995,000 +103.1% $316 / Sq Ft
06/24/2016 06/24/16 Sold $490,000 -8.4% $83 / Sq Ft
06/01/2016 06/01/16 Pending -- -- --
12/08/2015 12/08/15 For Sale $535,000 -- $91 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

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 $4,146 $614,852 $104,450 $510,402
2023 $4,146 $614,852 $104,450 $510,402
2022 $3,416 $419,346 $83,450 $335,896
2021 $3,410 $419,346 $83,450 $335,896
2020 $3,406 $419,346 $83,450 $335,896
2019 $3,322 $419,346 $83,450 $335,896
2018 $2,652 $332,843 $56,900 $275,943
2017 $2,650 $332,843 $56,900 $275,943
2016 $2,617 $332,843 $56,900 $275,943
2015 $2,617 $332,843 $56,900 $275,943
2014 $2,551 $332,843 $56,900 $275,943
2013 $2,593 $332,843 $56,900 $275,943
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 3134105

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 45691