$2,369,000
SOLD MAY 23, 2025

173 Chestnut Dr Blowing Rock, NC 28605

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,069 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,145 Per Sq Ft

28% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Attic
  • Blowing Rock Elementary School Rated A
  • Mountain Architecture
  • 5-minute walk to Memorial Park

About This Home

As of May 2025

This delightful Blowing Rock cottage, just a stone’s throw from Main Street, offers the perfect blend of historic charm and modern sophistication. Originally built in 1901 and completely rebuilt in 2008, it has been thoughtfully designed to capture the warmth of a classic mountain retreat with impressive newly updated improvements throughout.From the moment you arrive, you’ll be drawn in by the breathtaking stone-arched doorways and rich architectural detail. Inside, the home features several types of old timey knotty pine, alder, solid walnut and maple wood, exquisite accents, and two striking stone fireplaces that bring mountain ambiance to every season.The main level offers easy living with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a cozy living room, a den/office, an impressive kitchen, not to mention a highly coveted soaking clawfoot tub. Every space is finished with care and character. Above the detached one-car garage is a private guest suite complete with a bedroom, full bath, great room, and two built-in twin bunks—perfect for guests or extended family (this 540 sqft. is not included in the total heated sqft.).Step outside to find covered stone porches in the front and back—ideal for relaxing year-round. The beautifully landscaped gardens feel like something from a dream, with unique perennials and seasonal plantings that provide surprises from Spring through Fall. This one-of-a-kind property was proudly featured on the Blowing Rock Tour of Homes in 2013.Perfect as a full-time residence or vacation escape, this heartwarming home is a rare find with unmatched charm, location, and style—just steps from the best shopping, dining, and culture Blowing Rock has to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jaco Gerbrands

Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock Brokerage Phone: 828-295-7337 Listed on: 05/01/2025

Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock

Last Buyer's Agent

Karen Barker

Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,415

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R1

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Oversized Parking

Home Design

  • Mountain Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Cedar
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 2,069 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Living Quarters
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Casement Windows
  • Crawl Space
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Closed Circuit Camera

Kitchen

  • Built-In Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Down Draft Cooktop
  • Warming Drawer
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Outdoor Fireplace

Schools

  • Blowing Rock Elementary School
  • Watauga High School

Utilities

  • Two Cooling Systems Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2807-97-3066-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,415

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2069.0
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Mountain
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: 828-295-7337
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Cooktop, Down Draft, Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Warming Drawer, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Two, Gas, Stone, Vented, Outside, Propane
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Wet Bar, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
  • Living Area: 2069.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Casement Window(s), Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames, Window Treatments

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Cedar, Stone, Wood Frame
  • Other Structures: Living Quarters
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple, Open, Patio, Stone
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Garage, One Car Garage, Other, Oversized, See Remarks

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s), Radon Mitigation System
  • Cooling: Central Air, 2 Units, Zoned
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Blowing Rock
  • High School: Watauga

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 2807-97-3066-000
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5415.0
  • Tax Book Number: 2376/720

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2025
Closed on
May 20, 2025
Sold by
Bennett Mark A and Bennett Debra E
Bought by
Grew Robert Sturgis and Grew Linda Ballard
Seller's Agent
Jaco Gerbrands
Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock
Buyer's Agent
Karen Barker
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
List Price
$1,849,000
Sold Price
$2,369,000
Premium/Discount to List
$520,000
28.12%
Views
12

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-89.47%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 29, 2024
Closed on
Mar 19, 2024
Sold by
Wyke Ala Sue
Bought by
Bennett Mark A and Bennett Debra E
Seller's Agent
Rob Garrett
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Buyer's Agent
Burr Collier
James B. Collier
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,576,000
Premium/Discount to List
$76,000
5.07%
Views
14

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
42.53%
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 $2,369,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $1,576,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $160,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $218,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $215,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $612,000 Construction
Previous Owner $70,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Sold $2,369,000 +28.1% $1,145 / Sq Ft
05/03/2025 05/03/25 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2025 05/01/25 For Sale $1,849,000 +17.3% $894 / Sq Ft
03/28/2024 03/28/24 Sold $1,576,000 +5.1% $762 / Sq Ft
03/11/2024 03/11/24 Pending -- -- --
02/29/2024 02/29/24 For Sale $1,500,000 -- $725 / 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 $5,518 $754,200 $134,900 $619,300
2023 $5,269 $754,200 $134,900 $619,300
2022 $5,269 $754,200 $134,900 $619,300
2021 $4,234 $498,700 $71,000 $427,700
2020 $4,035 $498,700 $71,000 $427,700
2019 $4,035 $498,700 $71,000 $427,700
2018 $3,686 $498,700 $71,000 $427,700
2017 $3,686 $498,700 $71,000 $427,700
2013 -- $453,400 $71,000 $382,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 255215

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 2807-97-3066-000