Seller's Agent in 2025
Jaco Gerbrands
Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock
(951) 283-9927
22 in this area
138 Total Sales
173 Chestnut Dr Blowing Rock, NC 28605
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,069
Sq Ft
8,276
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Guest House
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Mountain Architecture
- Blowing Rock Elementary School Rated A
- Outdoor Fireplace
- 5-minute walk to Memorial Park
About This Home
As of May 2025Introducing "Las Damas" - a charming storybook cottage in the heart of Blowing Rock, located less than a block from Main Street. Originally constructed in 1901 and lovingly rebuilt on this spectacular location in 2007, the home offers breathtaking stone arched doorways, 7 different species of wood, exquisite accents & finishes, along with 2 stone fireplaces providing mountain ambience to the sophisticated design. Delightful full time or vacation home that comfortably sleeps up to 10 with 3 bedrooms/2 baths, laundry, living room and den - all on one level, and a guest suite above 1 car garage with bedroom/bath and great room and 4 full twin size bunks (not counted in total heated sq. footage). Covered stone front and rear porches to enjoy gardens beyond one's dreams with unique perennials and plantings to surprise you, both Spring/Summer/Fall. This heartwarming cottage and its spectacular gardens were featured on the Blowing Rock Tour of Homes in 2013. ALL OFFERS TO BE SUBMITTED BY 12pm ON SUNDAY, 3/3/24.
New roof February 2024. Long term rental permitted.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty Brokerage Phone: (828) 773-1491 Listed on: 02/29/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,340
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Private Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Mountain Architecture
- Cottage
- Wood Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Asphalt Roof
- Stone Veneer
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- 2,069 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Furnished
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Skylights
- 2 Fireplaces
- Stone Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Treatments
- Crawl Space
- Attic
Kitchen
- 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
- Heat Pump System
Additional Features
- 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
- Guest House
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Long Term Rental Allowed
- Assessor Parcel Number 2807-97-3066-000
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
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$72,828
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.30%
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%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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
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
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jaco Gerbrands
-
Karen Barker
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Karen Barker
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(828) 406-2816
25 in this area
58 Total Sales
-
Suzanne Greene
S
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Suzanne Greene
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(828) 406-1231
8 in this area
13 Total Sales
-
Rob Garrett
Seller's Agent in 2024
Rob Garrett
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(828) 773-1491
76 in this area
133 Total Sales
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Gwen Steele
G
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Gwen Steele
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
(828) 773-4529
75 in this area
132 Total Sales
-
Burr Collier
B
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Burr Collier
James B. Collier
(704) 437-4825
42 in this area
64 Total Sales
Map
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 247728
APN: 2807-97-3066-000
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