NOT LISTED FOR SALE

238 Rhododendron Dr Blowing Rock, NC 28605

Estimated Value: $856,620 - $1,002,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,939 Sq Ft
$473/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 07, 2023

Last sale price $870,000 $449 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,319/month

30 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Golf Cart Garage
  • Cottage
  • Blowing Rock Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of August 2023

Cheerful, bright and charming Blowing Rock cottage in desirable Echo Park neighborhood--just up the hill from the business district. Flat Entry and One Level Living! Seasonal view of Grandfather from private deck and small deck off primary bedroom. Very low traffic road and abundant foliage provide this home with lots of privacy. Open floor plan, hardwood floors, numerous windows to bring in natural light, and abundant storage. Den boast a large Grandfather stone wood burning fireplace with gas line already installed for easy conversion. Spacious primary bath w/ double vanities, soaking tub and shower. Golf cart and single car garage on lower level. Great dry storage in lower level and huge walk-in crawlspace providing storage under the deck. Lovely landscaping and partial fence. New whole-house generator installed in 2023 (permit online). Stainless appliances in kitchen. Additional lot for privacy or gardening--not buildable. New Roof. Ample parking with upper and lower driveways.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rob Garrett

Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty Brokerage Phone: 828-295-0776 Listed on: 07/07/2023

Co-Listed By

Gwen Steele

Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty Brokerage Phone: 828-295-0776

Last Buyer's Agent

Virginia Powell

Blowing Rock Real Estate, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,957

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.34 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Gravel Driveway
  • Golf Cart Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Blowing Rock Elementary School
  • Watauga High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Power Generator
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Echo Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Tax Lot 16-24
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2817-17-9145-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,957

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 274
  • Co List Office Phone: 828-295-0776
  • Subdivision Name: Echo Park
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1854.0
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: 828-295-0776
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Partial
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 85.0
  • Fireplace Features: One, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Living Area: 1939.0
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Partial
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Cedar, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Fence, Gravel Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple, Open
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Basement, Driveway, Garage, One Car Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Gravel, Private

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
  • Security: Radon Mitigation System
  • Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: 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 #: 2817-17-9145-000
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2956.53
  • Tax Book Number: 1928/839
  • Tax Lot: 16-24

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 7, 2023
Closed on
Jul 27, 2023
Sold by
Henry Gregory Lane and Henry Katherine Anne
Bought by
Morris Charles Steven and Morris Joyce S
Seller's Agent
Rob Garrett
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Buyer's Agent
Virginia Powell
Blowing Rock Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$870,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
2.47%
Views
46
Current Estimated Value
$917,155

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$47,155
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.80%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2006
Sold by
Steele James E and Steele Gwen N
Bought by
Rollins Lynn L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$411,675
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2004
Sold by
Keller Dewey L and Marshall Tyler A
Bought by
Steele James F and Steele Gwen N

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2004
Sold by
Hebel Linda and Douglas Robert L
Bought by
Steele James F and Steele Gwen N

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 20, 2004
Sold by
Bever May M and Bever Douglas Ted
Bought by
Steele James F and Steele Gwen N
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
Morris Charles Steven $870,000 None Listed On Document
Rollins Lynn L $549,000 None Available
Steele James F -- None Available
Steele James F -- None Available
Steele James F $153,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Morris Charles Steven $402,000
Closed Morris Charles Steven $400,000
Previous Owner Henry Gregory Lane $394,500
Previous Owner Henry Gregory Lane $405,000
Previous Owner Rollins Lynn L $411,675
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/07/2023 08/07/23 Sold $870,000 +2.5% $449 / Sq Ft
07/07/2023 07/07/23 For Sale $849,000 -- $438 / 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 $3,966 $538,100 $114,400 $423,700
2023 $3,740 $532,000 $114,400 $417,600
2022 $3,740 $532,000 $114,400 $417,600
2021 $3,684 $432,700 $79,800 $352,900
2020 $3,511 $432,700 $79,800 $352,900
2019 $3,511 $432,700 $79,800 $352,900
2018 $3,208 $432,700 $79,800 $352,900
2017 $3,208 $432,700 $79,800 $352,900
2013 -- $417,600 $59,900 $357,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 244225

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 2817-17-9145-000