NOT LISTED FOR SALE

168 Grovers Knob Blowing Rock, NC 28605

Estimated Value: $710,000 - $747,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,424 Sq Ft
$298/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 10, 2025

Last sale price $719,000 $297 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $3,996/month

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Ski Resort
  • Guest House
  • A-Frame Home
  • Blowing Rock Elementary School Rated A
  • Second Kitchen
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of April 2025

Escape to your mountain retreat in this delightful Blowing Rock home, where gorgeous views of the the Appalachian Ski Mountain slopes and surrounding mountains await. Imagine sippiing coffee on your expansive wraparound deck as the sun rises, or gathering with loved ones to watch the fireworks on New Years's Eve or the 4th of July. This nicely furnished Blowing Rock home offers 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, PLUS a spacious efficiency apartment/mother in law suite on the lower level, making it perfect for full-time living, a vacation getaway, or an income-producing rental. Inside the main living area, a wall of windows floods the space with natural light, showcasing the majestic mountain views and soaring vaulted tongue and groove ceilings. The open concept kitchen, dining, and living areas creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for entertaining, or just relaxing by the fireplace. The main level also includes two bedrooms and a full bath. The primary suite upstairs boasts vaulted ceilings and a cozy loft space perfect for a desk or reading nook. The lower-level apartment is accessed from the main part of the house or via a separate entrance. The apartment features an additional kitchen area, full bath, cozy living area with fireplace, and a convenient office area, making it an ideal guest suite or rental opportunity. With 3 zone central heat and air, a lower-level laundry and storage room, and an outdoor storage shed for all your gear, this home is designed for both comfort and practicality. Additional features include 3 zone NEST AC/Heating, remote controlled upper window blinds, two separate alarm systems, a remote controlled outdoor rolling shade by the great room sliding glass door, and two gas fireplaces. The main entry to the home is just one step up from the parking area. Located just 10 minutes from downtown Blowing Rock and 8 minutes from Boone, you’ll enjoy the best of High Country living with easy access to shopping, dining, and outdoor adventures.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leslie Eason

Keller Williams High Country Brokerage Phone: (828) 406-0828 Listed on: 03/05/2025

Keller Williams High Country

Co-Listed By

Vandi Montero

Keller Williams High Country Brokerage Phone: (828) 406-0828

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Newsome

EXP Realty LLC

EXP Realty LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,803

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 0.35 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road

Property Views

  • Ski Resort
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • A-Frame Home
  • Mountain Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Stone Veneer
  • Hardboard

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Window Treatments

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Open Patio
  • Shed
  • Wrap Around Porch

Additional Homes

  • Guest House

Schools

  • Blowing Rock Elementary School
  • Watauga High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Kerosene
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ski Mountain Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Short Term Rentals Allowed
  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2819-33-1237-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,803

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.35
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 370061
  • Co List Office Phone: (828) 386-1086
  • Subdivision Name: Ski Mountain
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1479.0
  • Architectural Style: A-Frame, Cottage, Mountain
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: (828) 406-0828
  • General Property Information Below Grade Unfinished Area: 204.0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 945.0
  • Fireplace Features: Two, Gas, Stone, Vented, Propane
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Furnished, Second Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
  • Living Area: 2424.0
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Window Treatments

Exterior Features

  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s), Ski Area
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Hardboard, Stone Veneer, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Storage
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open, Wrap Around
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, No Garage, Other, See Remarks

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Security: Radon Mitigation System
  • Cooling: Central Air, 1 Unit
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Kerosene
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Permit Unavailable
  • Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
  • Water Source: Community/Coop

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Blowing Rock
  • High School: Watauga

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 2819-33-1237-000
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1803.0
  • Tax Book Number: 1637/583

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2025
Closed on
Mar 20, 2025
Sold by
Rizzuto Family Trust and Rizzuto Carl R
Bought by
Ambler Jonathan E and Ambler Lindsay S
Seller's Agent
Leslie Eason
Keller Williams High Country
Buyer's Agent
Mary Newsome
EXP Realty LLC
List Price
$719,000
Sold Price
$719,000
Views
21
Current Estimated Value
$721,819

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$2,819
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.50%
Original Mortgage
$575,200
Outstanding Balance
$574,706
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$173,581

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2012
Sold by
Rizzuto Carl R and Rizzuto Rebecca A
Bought by
Rizzuto Carl R and Rizzuto Rebecca A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2012
Sold by
Rizzuto Carl R and Rizzuto Rebecca A
Bought by
Rizzuto Carl R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 2005
Sold by
Thomas Sandra C
Bought by
Rizzuto Carl R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$208,700
Interest Rate
5.69%
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
Ambler Jonathan E $719,000 None Listed On Document
Ambler Jonathan E $719,000 None Listed On Document
Rizzuto Carl R -- None Available
Rizzuto Carl R -- None Available
Rizzuto Carl R $261,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ambler Jonathan E $575,200
Closed Ambler Jonathan E $575,200
Previous Owner Rizzuto Carl R $255,000
Previous Owner Rizzuto Carl R $255,000
Previous Owner Rizzuto Carl R $208,700
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/10/2025 04/10/25 Sold $719,000 0.0% $297 / Sq Ft
03/05/2025 03/05/25 For Sale $719,000 -- $297 / 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 $1,803 $462,100 $67,100 $395,000
2023 $1,781 $462,100 $67,100 $395,000
2022 $1,781 $462,100 $67,100 $395,000
2021 $1,373 $285,500 $43,300 $242,200
2020 $1,373 $285,500 $43,300 $242,200
2019 $1,373 $285,500 $43,300 $242,200
2018 $1,231 $285,500 $43,300 $242,200
2017 $1,231 $285,500 $43,300 $242,200
2013 -- $251,800 $25,300 $226,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 254060

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 2819-33-1237-000