$2,500,000

257 Sunset Dr Blowing Rock, NC 28605

Estimated payment $14,157/month

Total Views 28,385
2 Beds
4 Baths
3,725 Sq Ft
$671 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Wet Bar
  • Blowing Rock Elementary School Rated A
  • Double Pane Windows
  • 3-minute walk to Memorial Park

About This Home

Unique investment opportunity in Blowing Rock, NC. Discover a rare investment opportunity in the picturesque town of Blowing Rock, the Premier destination in the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. This property, zoned commercial, boasts a two-story building featuring a charming living space on the upper level. Downstairs, you’ll find two commercial spaces, divided by a movable wall, which offer potential for business ventures, while a full unfinished basement provides additional storage or expansion options. The flexible open concept design of the main floor allows the option of converting the space to additional residential as well. The spacious upstairs includes a large great room, two bedrooms and two full baths, providing a comfortable and inviting atmosphere. Enjoy beautiful hardwood floors throughout and an open kitchen that flows into the great room, making it ideal for entertaining. A large pantry is conveniently next to the kitchen, alongside a dedicated laundry closet. The property is filled with large windows that allow an abundance of natural light, enhancing the overall ambiance. The layout is flexible, allowing for the possibility of converting the larger bedroom into a separate rental unit. Given its commercial zoning, the upstairs can be rented short-term, creating excellent income potential. Additionally, this unique property comes with a two-car garage for added convenience. The upstairs apartment is accessed by private entrance stairs from the garage. The options for this unique property are many. Don’t miss this exceptional investment chance in one of North Carolina's sought-after locations. Property is subject to a commercial lease for the main floor, and a residential lease for the second floor space.

Listing Agent

Don Blair

Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty Brokerage Phone: (828) 266-1632 Listed on: 09/23/2025

Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Jan Blair

Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty Brokerage Phone: (828) 266-1632

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,518

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 5,227 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as Business/Comm,Residential

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Mountain Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Schools

  • Blowing Rock Elementary School
  • Watauga High School

Utilities

  • Multiple cooling system units
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2807-97-9942-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,518

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Phone: (828) 295-0776
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3725.0
  • Architectural Style: Mountain, Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: (828) 266-1632
  • General Property Information Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1679.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: One, Gas, Stone, Vented, Propane
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar
  • Living Area: 3725.0
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows

Exterior Features

  • View: Residential
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Fiber Cement, Stone, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Storage, Paved Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage, Paved, Private

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, 3+ Units
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: High Speed Internet Available
  • Water Source: Public

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 #: 2807-97-9942-000
  • Zoning Description: Business/Comm,Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7518.29
  • Tax Book Number: 430/639

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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/12/2026 01/12/26 Price Changed $2,500,000 -16.5% $671 / Sq Ft
09/23/2025 09/23/25 For Sale $2,995,000 -- $804 / Sq Ft
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

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Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Don Blair

Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty

(828) 548-1550

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As a broker associate with Premier Sotheby's International Realty's Blowing Rock office, Don Blair works with a dynamic group of associates that provides outstanding service to its customers, before, during and after the sale.

Don has had 30 years of experience in manufacturing management and ownership in the furniture industry, a career that provided him and his family the opportunity to live in Ecuador and Brazil, among other places, servicing domestic and international customers.

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Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 257877

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 2807-97-9942-000

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