$605,000
SOLD APR 24, 2025

290 Alpine Dr Seven Devils, NC 28604

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,725 Sq Ft
1.38 Acres

Recently Sold

$351 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.38 Acre Lot
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Valle Crucis Elementary School Rated A-
  • Furnished
  • Fire Pit

About This Home

As of April 2025

Nestled in the scenic beauty of Seven Devils, NC, Alpine Cottage is a beautifully furnished 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home that offers a perfect blend of comfort and charm. With mountain views and just minutes from outdoor adventure, this home is listed as a "guest favorite" on AirBnB with 137 5-star reviews. It has been a successful short-term rental and is fully equipped to continue generating income. Enjoy the spacious, open-concept living area featuring a cozy fireplace, while relaxing after a day of hiking, snow tubing or skiing nearby. The open kitchen works well for cooking meals with family or friends, and the primary suite offers a top level retreat with an en-suite bath. Two additional bedrooms and lower level deck with views provide plenty of space for guests. Large decks offers a peaceful setting for enjoying morning coffee and mountain views. With tasteful furnishings, modern amenities, and a prime location, Alpine Cottage is move-in ready or can continue as a profitable vacation rental. The property also includes ample parking and a peaceful wooded setting for added privacy. This home is a must-see for anyone looking for a tranquil mountain getaway or an investment property in one of the High Country’s most sought-after areas! Septic pumped 2/25. Listing office does not hold earnest money.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Megan Torgerson

Keller Williams High Country Brokerage Phone: (828) 266-5525 Listed on: 02/24/2025

Keller Williams High Country

Last Buyer's Agent

Alaina Farthing

The Summit Group Of The Carolinas

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,591

Year Built

  • Built in 2012

Lot Details

  • 1.38 Acre Lot
  • Southern Exposure

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Mountain Architecture
  • Cottage
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Modular or Manufactured Materials
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Hardboard

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Laundry in Basement
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Fire Pit

Schools

  • Valle Crucis Elementary School
  • Watauga High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Seven Devils Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Short Term Rentals Allowed
  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1878-48-0022-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,591

Year Built

Built in 2012

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.38
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Seven Devils
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1064.0
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Mountain, Traditional
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2012
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: (828) 266-5525
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 661.0
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Stone, Vented, Propane
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Furnished
  • Living Area: 1725.0
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • View: Southern Exposure
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Hardboard, Modular/Prefab
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, In Basement
  • Security: Radon Mitigation System
  • Cooling: Central Air, 1 Unit
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Permit 3 Bedroom
  • 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: Valle Crucis
  • High School: Watauga

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 1878-48-0022-000
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3591.0
  • Tax Book Number: 2251/816

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 24, 2025
Closed on
Apr 12, 2025
Sold by
Spivey Christopher W and Spivey Christina M
Bought by
Jaime Tomas and Jaime Tonya
Seller's Agent
Megan Torgerson
Keller Williams High Country
Buyer's Agent
Alaina Farthing
The Summit Group Of The Carolinas
List Price
$614,900
Sold Price
$605,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,900
-1.61%
Views
13
Current Estimated Value
$608,118

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,118
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.91%
Original Mortgage
$335,000
Outstanding Balance
$334,706
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$273,412

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 25, 2021
Closed on
Jan 12, 2022
Sold by
Farley Michael D and Farley Lisa L
Bought by
Spivey Christopher W and Spivey Christina M
Seller's Agent
Marsha McManus
The Summit Group Of The Carolinas
Buyer's Agent
Patricia Combs
Combs Carolina Properties Inc
List Price
$460,000
Sold Price
$460,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.82%
Original Mortgage
$414,000
Interest Rate
3.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 20, 2017
Closed on
Aug 11, 2017
Sold by
Bailey J Mark J and Bailey Christina F
Bought by
Farley Michael D and Farley Lisa L
Seller's Agent
Kivi Sherman
Blowing Rock Properties, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Marsha McManus
The Summit Group Of The Carolinas
List Price
$207,500
Sold Price
$207,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.59%
Original Mortgage
$186,500
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2006
Sold by
Jean S Porter Revocable Trust
Bought by
Bailey J Mark
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $605,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $460,000 Angle Robert B
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $165,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $335,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $414,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $186,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $186,350 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
04/24/2025 04/24/25 Sold $605,000 -1.6% $351 / Sq Ft
02/24/2025 02/24/25 For Sale $614,900 +33.7% $356 / Sq Ft
01/26/2022 01/26/22 Sold $460,000 0.0% $262 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/27/2021 12/27/21 Pending -- -- --
10/25/2021 10/25/21 For Sale $460,000 +121.7% $262 / Sq Ft
08/16/2017 08/16/17 Sold $207,500 0.0% $118 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/17/2017 07/17/17 Pending -- -- --
01/20/2017 01/20/17 For Sale $207,500 -- $118 / 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 $3,591 $442,700 $25,400 $417,300
2023 $3,568 $442,700 $25,400 $417,300
2022 $3,568 $442,700 $25,400 $417,300
2021 $2,486 $263,500 $42,300 $221,200
2020 $2,486 $263,500 $42,300 $221,200
2019 $2,486 $263,500 $42,300 $221,200
2018 $2,354 $263,500 $42,300 $221,200
2017 $2,354 $263,500 $42,300 $221,200
2013 -- $54,800 $54,800 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 253697

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1878-48-0022-000