$1,130,000
SOLD JUN 26, 2025

719 Ransom St Blowing Rock, NC 28605

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,753 Sq Ft
0.45 Acres

Recently Sold

$645 Per Sq Ft

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Blowing Rock Elementary School Rated A
  • Cottage
  • Oversized Parking

About This Home

As of June 2025

Storybook Cottage Just Minutes from Downtown Blowing Rock.
Nestled on a serene, flat lot just a short walk to mainstreet, this enchanting one-level cottage—originally built in 1930—has been thoughtfully and thoroughly updated while preserving its timeless character. Fully furnished (with a few exclusions), it’s a rare blend of historic charm and modern elegance.
Step inside to find a cozy living room with vaulted ceilings and a striking stone wood-burning fireplace. Original beadboard, warm hardwood floors, and curated tile and carpet accents evoke a sense of heritage, while the modern kitchen impresses with quartz countertops, a generous island, and stylish finishes ideal for hosting friends and family.
The home features three spacious bedrooms and two beautifully updated bathrooms, offering both a tub and shower options. Outdoor living is equally inviting, with multiple decks and a covered front porch perfect for enjoying summer evenings and the soothing sounds of the nearby headwaters creek.
An oversized two-car garage and ample driveway provide convenient parking, while mature landscaping enhances the sense of privacy and peace.
Recent enhancements include:
• Chimney swept and sealed (2023 & 2024)
• New alarm system (2023)
• Crawl space encapsulated with commercial dehumidifier (2024)
• Fresh exterior paint (2024)
Whether you’re seeking a refined mountain getaway or a turn-key full-time residence, this captivating cottage is a must-see. Make a point to experience the perfect blend of character, comfort, and convenience in Blowing Rock!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jaco Gerbrands

Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock Brokerage Phone: 828-295-7337 Listed on: 05/23/2025

Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock

Last Buyer's Agent

Allan Wagner

NextHome Mountain Realty

NextHome Mountain Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,143

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 0.45 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Zoning described as R1,Residential

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Gravel Driveway

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • 1,753 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Crawl Space
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Fire Pit
  • Shed

Schools

  • Blowing Rock Elementary School
  • Watauga High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Assessor Parcel Number 2817-05-4264-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,143

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.45
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1753.0
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: 828-295-7337
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: One, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
  • Living Area: 1753.0
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Partial
  • Waterfront Features: Creek, Stream
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Fence, Fire Pit, Storage, Gravel Driveway
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple, Open
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Gravel, Oversized, Private

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Security: Security System, Closed Circuit Camera(s), Radon Mitigation System
  • Cooling: Central Air, 1 Unit
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, 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 #: 2817-05-4264-000
  • Zoning Description: R1,Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6143.0
  • Tax Book Number: 2298/525

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2025
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
John Christopher Bools Revocable Trust and Constance Virginia Woolums
Bought by
Sledge Michael Wayne and Sledge Ginny Lee
Seller's Agent
Jaco Gerbrands
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
Buyer's Agent
Allan Wagner
NextHome Mountain Realty
List Price
$1,124,900
Sold Price
$1,130,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,100
0.45%
Views
19
Current Estimated Value
$1,176,698

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$46,698
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.36%
Original Mortgage
$904,000
Outstanding Balance
$901,679
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$275,019

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 2, 2022
Closed on
Sep 15, 2022
Sold by
Russell Phillips Donovan and Bryan Rebecca
Bought by
John Christopher Bools Revocable Trust and Constance Virginia Woolums Bools Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Elyse McDaniel
Fathom Realty NC LLC
Buyer's Agent
Annette Beeler
Jenkins Realtors
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$920,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
2.34%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.73%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2021
Closed on
Sep 24, 2021
Sold by
Trail William and Ferguson Cynthia
Bought by
Phillips Donovan Russell and Phillips Rebecca Bryant
Seller's Agent
Karen Barker
Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Buyer's Agent
Elyse McDaniel
Fathom Realty NC LLC
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$850,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.32%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2016
Sold by
Geouque Jennifer and Geouque Deron
Bought by
Trail William and Ferguson Cynthia
Source: Public Records

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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 $1,130,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $920,000 --
Warranty Deed $920,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $850,000 None Available
Deed -- Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $904,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Sold $1,130,000 +0.5% $645 / Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $1,124,900 +22.3% $642 / Sq Ft
09/22/2022 09/22/22 Sold $920,000 +2.3% $521 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/02/2022 09/02/22 For Sale $899,000 +5.8% $509 / Sq Ft
09/24/2021 09/24/21 Sold $850,000 0.0% $476 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/08/2021 09/08/21 For Sale $850,000 -- $476 / 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
2025 $6,247 $855,700 $274,700 $581,000
2024 $6,247 $855,700 $274,700 $581,000
2023 $5,967 $855,700 $274,700 $581,000
2022 $5,967 $855,700 $274,700 $581,000
2021 $2,713 $316,100 $72,300 $243,800
2020 $2,587 $316,100 $72,300 $243,800
2019 $2,587 $316,100 $72,300 $243,800
2018 $2,365 $316,100 $72,300 $243,800
2017 $1,871 $247,700 $72,300 $175,400
2013 -- $253,100 $72,300 $180,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 255686

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 2817-05-4264-000