$245,000

480 Roaring Fork Rd Creston, NC 28615

Creston Area

Estimated payment $1,403/month

Total Views 1,935
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,393 Sq Ft
$176 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Mud Room
  • Home fronts a stream
  • High Speed Internet
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

About This Home

Affordable mountain living begins here! Nestled in the peaceful Roaring Fork community of Creston, this charming brick ranch offers the perfect opportunity for first-time homebuyers, vacation home seekers, or investors looking for an affordable getaway in the North Carolina High Country. Conveniently located just 15 minutes from Mountain City, Tennessee, 30 minutes from West Jefferson, and approximately 45 minutes from Boone, the scenic drive home winds through rolling farmland and picturesque mountain landscapes that make this area one of the High Country's hidden gems. This well-built single-level home offers 1,393 square feet of comfortable living space with three bedrooms, one full bath, a spacious living room, kitchen, dining area, and a practical utility/mud room. An attached one-car garage provides an additional 242 square feet for parking, storage, or workshop space, making everyday living both convenient and functional. Situated on an easy-to-maintain 0.30-acre lot with a paved driveway and direct access from a state-maintained paved road, the property offers the convenience of year-round accessibility while still enjoying the quiet atmosphere of mountain country living. A well and septic system complete this low-maintenance package. The home has been well cared for over the years and simply needs a little cosmetic updating—fresh paint and a personal touch are all that's needed to unlock its full potential. Whether your vision is a cozy full-time residence, a relaxing mountain retreat, or an income-producing rental, this property provides an outstanding canvas at an attractive price point.Adding to its appeal, the property enjoys fiber optic high-speed internet availability along with both long-term and short-term rental potential, giving buyers flexibility for personal use or investment. A nearby creek and the surrounding mountain scenery create the peaceful setting that draws people to Ashe County year after year. At just $245,000, opportunities like this have become increasingly difficult to find in today's market. If you've been searching for an affordable home in the High Country with solid bones, a desirable location, and the chance to add your own style and value, 480 Roaring Fork Road deserves a place at the top of your list. It's the perfect blend of affordability, simplicity, and mountain charm.

Listing Agent

Wallace Greer

Realty One Group Results Brokerage Phone: (828) 964-8348 Listed on: 08/07/2026

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Co-Listing Agent

Chris Barr

Realty One Group Results Brokerage Phone: (828) 964-8348

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $609

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 13,068 Sq Ft Lot
  • Home fronts a stream

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Private Parking
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,393 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Mud Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Laundry on main level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Blue Ridge Elementary School
  • Ashe County Middle School
  • Ashe County High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Private Water Source
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer
  • High Speed Internet

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Assessor Parcel Number 102010954515

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$609

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

0.3 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Phone: (336) 846-8111
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1393.0
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: (828) 964-8348
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1393.0
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Waterfront Features: Creek, Stream
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Paved Driveway
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Garage, One Car Garage, Paved, Private

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling: 1 Unit
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Propane, None, Radiant
  • Heating Yn: No
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: High Speed Internet Available
  • Water Source: Private

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Blue Ridge
  • High School: Ashe County
  • Middle Or Junior School: Ashe County

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 102010954515
  • Zoning Description: None

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 609.35
  • Tax Book Number: 157/498

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Tax History

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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 $622 $114,300 $5,600 $108,700
2024 $744 $141,900 $5,600 $136,300
2023 $744 $141,900 $5,600 $136,300
2022 $676 $89,200 $8,000 $81,200
2021 $676 $89,200 $8,000 $81,200
2020 $617 $89,200 $8,000 $81,200
2019 $604 $89,200 $8,000 $81,200
2018 $0 $91,700 $8,000 $83,700
2016 $600 $91,700 $8,000 $83,700
2015 $603 $91,700 $8,000 $83,700
2014 $603 $98,500 $8,000 $90,500
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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/07/2026 08/07/26 For Sale $245,000 -- $176 / Sq Ft
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 263587

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 10048-080

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