$575,000

73 Walter Ridge Rd West Jefferson, NC 28694

Estimated payment $3,407/month

Total Views 14,606
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,440 Sq Ft
$236 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Pasture Views
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Attic
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

Welcome to 73 Walter Ridge Road- where comfort, convenience, and mountain charm meet. This beautifully maintained and updated 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers ample living space and is ideally situated a short drive from downtown West Jefferson. Enjoy stunning mountain views from the porch or nicely landscaped half- acre lot, all while being moments from shopping, dining and local attractions. This home features two spacious living spaces- one with a cozy fireplace- and a bright sunroom currently used as a home office. The kitchen boast a new microwave and dishwasher, and recent improvements include a new dually zoned HVAC system, enhanced decking, installation of a radon mitigation system and fully renovated primary and second floor bathrooms! All three bedrooms are located on the upper level for added privacy. A two car basement garage equipped with an EV charger, and extra storage space is located on the basement level for added convenience. Whether you're seeking a full time residence or a peaceful mountain retreat, this move-in-ready home offers the perfect blend of modern updates and Appalachian beauty.

Listing Agent

Sarah Lyons

Keller Williams High Country Brokerage Phone: (828) 406-6185 Listed on: 05/20/2025

Keller Williams High Country

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,578

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Southern Exposure
  • Zoning described as R1,Residential

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Shared Driveway

Property Views

  • Pasture
  • Mountain

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Mountain Architecture
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Masonry
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Partially Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Westwood Elementary School
  • Ashe County High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heat Pump System
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lo Wa Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Tax Lot 16
  • Assessor Parcel Number 19227-126-016

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,578

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Lo-Wa Hills
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2440.0
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Mountain
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: (828) 406-6185
  • General Property Information Below Grade Unfinished Area: 250.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Partially Finished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: One, Gas, Stone
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Pull Down Attic Stairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
  • Living Area: 2440.0
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments

Exterior Features

  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s), Pasture, Southern Exposure
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Masonry, Stone, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple, Open
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Basement, Garage, Two Car Garage, Paved, Shared Driveway

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
  • Security: Radon Mitigation System
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, 1 Unit
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, 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, Short Term Rental Allowed
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Westwood
  • High School: Ashe County

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 19227-126-016
  • Zoning Description: R1,Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3578.46
  • Tax Book Number: 00572/1033
  • Tax Lot: 16

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $1,831 $416,100 $20,000 $396,100
2024 $1,831 $416,100 $20,000 $396,100
2023 $1,831 $416,100 $20,000 $396,100
2022 $1,386 $242,400 $20,000 $222,400
2021 $1,386 $242,400 $20,000 $222,400
2020 $2,242 $242,400 $20,000 $222,400
2019 $2,217 $242,400 $20,000 $222,400
2018 $1,051 $212,800 $20,000 $192,800
2016 $1,051 $212,800 $20,000 $192,800
2015 $1,006 $212,800 $20,000 $192,800
2014 $1,006 $219,000 $20,000 $199,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Price Changed $575,000 -3.4% $236 / Sq Ft
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Price Changed $595,000 -6.3% $244 / Sq Ft
05/20/2025 05/20/25 For Sale $635,000 +51.0% $260 / Sq Ft
06/17/2022 06/17/22 Sold $420,500 +0.1% $210 / Sq Ft
05/11/2022 05/11/22 For Sale $419,900 +68.0% $210 / Sq Ft
08/06/2018 08/06/18 Sold $249,900 0.0% $125 / Sq Ft
07/07/2018 07/07/18 Pending -- -- --
06/21/2018 06/21/18 For Sale $249,900 +16.2% $125 / Sq Ft
09/19/2017 09/19/17 Sold $215,000 0.0% $107 / Sq Ft
08/20/2017 08/20/17 Pending -- -- --
06/22/2017 06/22/17 For Sale $215,000 +19.4% $107 / Sq Ft
08/06/2015 08/06/15 Sold $180,000 0.0% $97 / Sq Ft
07/07/2015 07/07/15 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2014 04/17/14 For Sale $180,000 +0.8% $97 / Sq Ft
08/17/2012 08/17/12 Sold $178,500 0.0% $96 / Sq Ft
07/18/2012 07/18/12 Pending -- -- --
03/09/2012 03/09/12 For Sale $178,500 -- $96 / Sq Ft
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $420,500 Dutin N Stacy Pllc
Deed $250,000 --
Warranty Deed $215,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $179,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $235,000 --
Warranty Deed $214,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $245,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $251,900 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $219,600 VA
Previous Owner $174,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $75,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $40,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $182,325 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 255503

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 19227-126-016