$525,000
SOLD SEP 29, 2025

2998 Creston Dr Black Mountain, NC 28711

1 Bed
2 Baths
1,470 Sq Ft
1.54 Acres

Recently Sold

$357 Per Sq Ft

25% Below List Price

95 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Open Floorplan
  • Clubhouse
  • Gated Community
  • Mountain View
  • Deck

About This Home

As of September 2025

Come & enjoy peaceful mountain living at its absolute best! This custom English country style cottage & gardens boast a total of 1567sqft of usable interior space, plus patios, decks, & a private entrance at each level. Throughout the home, enjoy endless long-range views of the beautiful Blue Ridge & Black Mountains, with community-owned preserve land wrapping two sides of the stunning 1.54ac lot. The cottage has a comfortable open concept, is low maintenance inside & out, and comes turn-key & fully furnished! It is perfect for full-time living, long/short term renting, or anyone seeking the ideal weekend retreat. Located within an environmentally-conscious gated community with 550 acres in preserve, hiking trails, & waterfalls, a short walk from the cottage’s driveway will take you to the entrance of the magnificent Creston Community Center - open for owners to use - offering classes, clubs, activities, & fitness. This is a SPECIAL property that you won't want to miss!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kevin Miller

GreyBeard Realty Brokerage Email: kevin@greybeardrealty.com License #315502 Listed on: 06/06/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Clay Arnold

GreyBeard Realty License #315538

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

HOA Fees

  • $406 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Cabin
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,470 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wired For Data
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Main Level Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer

Finished Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Shed

Additional Homes

  • Separate Entry Quarters

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Shared Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Fiber Optics Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 0638-00-62-9688

Community Details

Overview

  • Ipm Corp Association, Phone Number (828) 650-6875
  • Mountain Top Well Association, Phone Number (917) 922-8258
  • Built by Living Stone
  • Creston Subdivision, Wren Cabin Floorplan
  • Mandatory home owners association

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Recreation Facilities
  • Community Playground
  • Fitness Center
  • Dog Park
  • Trails

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

1.54 Acres

HOA Fees

$406 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cabin, Cottage
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Restrictions: Architectural Review,Livestock Restriction,Rental – See Restrictions Description,Short Term Rental Allowed,Signage,Use,Other - See Remarks
  • Special Assessment Yn: 1
  • Restrictions Description: CCR's attached. Short term rentals are allowed if the entire residence is leased, with a minimum stay of 7 days.
  • Special Assessment Description: 7500
  • Second Living Quarters: Exterior Connected,Separate Entrance,Separate Living Quarters
  • Road Surface Type: Other, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 357.14
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: kevin@greybeardrealty.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Open Floorplan
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 755
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 755
  • Has Basement: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Propane
  • Living Area: 1470
  • Bedroom Main: 1

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
  • Exclusions: Leased Underground Propane Tank
  • Construction Type: Stone, Wood
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 0
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Ductless, Electric, Propane
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Main Level
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
  • Utilities: Fiber Optics, Wired Internet Available
  • Water Source: Shared Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Dog Park, Fitness Center, Gated, Picnic Area, Playground, Recreation Area, Walking Trails
  • Association Fee: 4872
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Hoa Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: Mountain Top Well Association
  • Association Name: IPM Corp
  • Association Phone #2: 917-922-8258
  • Phone: 828-650-6875
  • Association Email: info@ipmhoa.com

Association/Amenities

  • Association Annual Expense: 4872.00
  • Association Email 2: joshuaesq@hotmail.com

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • HOA Subject To: Required

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 0638-00-62-9688
  • Plat Book Slide: 11/71
  • Lot Size: Per Plat
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: None

Building Info

  • Builder Name: Living Stone

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2025
Closed on
Sep 18, 2025
Sold by
Mtvalley Rentals Nc Llc
Bought by
Nielsen Daniel L
Seller's Agent
Kevin Miller
GreyBeard Realty
Buyer's Agent
Clay Arnold
GreyBeard Realty
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$525,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$174,000
-24.89%
Views
101
Current Estimated Value
$533,708

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,708
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.42%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2022
Sold by
Mtvalley Rentals Llc
Bought by
Mtvalley Rentals Nc Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2021
Sold by
Bechtold Robert and Bechtold Sheralyn Campbell
Bought by
Mt Valley Rentals Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2018
Sold by
Creston Development Llc
Bought by
Bechtold Robert and Bechtold Sheralyn Campbell

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$248,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2006
Sold by
Nelson John T and Nelson Marilyn A
Bought by
Creston Development Llc
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $525,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- Goosmann Rose Colvard & Cramer
Warranty Deed $495,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $310,000 None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $248,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
09/29/2025 09/29/25 Sold $525,000 -3.7% $357 / Sq Ft
09/03/2025 09/03/25 Price Changed $545,000 -8.4% $371 / Sq Ft
07/29/2025 07/29/25 Price Changed $595,000 -14.9% $405 / Sq Ft
06/06/2025 06/06/25 For Sale $699,000 -- $476 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

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
2025 $3,017 $444,930 $187,500 $257,430
2024 $3,017 $444,930 $187,500 $257,430
2023 $3,017 $444,930 $187,500 $257,430
2022 $2,433 $353,660 $150,000 $203,660
2021 $2,433 $353,660 $150,000 $203,660
2020 $2,168 $310,540 $0 $0
2019 $2,168 $270,320 $0 $0
2017 $1,731 $270,320 $0 $0
2016 $1,731 $270,320 $189,000 $81,320
2014 $1,648 $270,320 $189,000 $81,320
2013 -- $270,320 $189,000 $81,320
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4266205

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 0638-00-62-9688

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