$420,500
SOLD JUN 17, 2022

73 Walter Ridge Rd West Jefferson, NC 28694

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,003 Sq Ft
0.5 Acres

Recently Sold

$210 Per Sq Ft

36 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pasture Views
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Attic
  • Covered patio or porch

About This Home

As of June 2022

Big Views await you from this gorgeous 2 Story Contemporary home perched up high with stunning views in multiple directions. Enjoy evening sunsets from the back deck and scenic views toward downtown WJ.. Lots of nice windows that add a lot of natural light. H/W flooring throughout the majority of the main level. 2 living areas, both with easy access to kitchen and dining area, ideal for entertaining. Beautiful Kitchen with granite countertops, S/S appliances, and plenty of cabinet space. See thru stone fireplace separates the kitchen dining area from the 2nd living area. The Sunroom off the back of the house is great place to relax and read a book, or make your home office, all orientated to the view. Back Deck easily accessed from both sunroom and kitchen/dining area. Main floor laundry and 1/2BA. 3BR, and 2BA U/S with more natural light. Master with WIC, and pull down attic access. Jack and Jill layout for Guest BA. Large and deep 2 Car garage in the basement, creates tons of storage space. No restrictions against short term rentals. Plenty of parking, and upper driveway, allows you to park and walk in on main level. Less than 1 mile to the heart of downtown West Jefferson.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris Barr

Realty One Group Results Listed on: 05/11/2022

Realty One Group Results

Last Buyer's Agent

Sarah Lyons

Keller Williams High Country

Keller Williams High Country

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,380

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Southern Exposure
  • Zoning described as R-1,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
  • Masonry
  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 2,003 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Double Hung Windows
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Unfinished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

  • Westwood Elementary School
  • Ashe County High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lo Wa Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,380

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: 2003.0
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Mountain
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: One, Gas, Stone, Propane
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Pull Down Attic Stairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
  • Living Area: 2003.0
  • 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
  • Exterior Features: Paved Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple, Open
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
  • Cooling: Heat Pump, 1 Unit
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), 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: R-1,Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2379.6
  • Tax Book Number: 493/1054
  • Tax Lot: 16

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 14, 2025
Sold by
Bendahmane Sid and Bendahmane Sherry
Bought by
Morrow John and Morrow Suzanne
Total Days on Market
36

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2022
Closed on
Jun 17, 2022
Sold by
Thomas-Reid and Benjamin
Bought by
Bendahmane Sid and Bendahmane Sherry
Seller's Agent
Chris Barr
Realty One Group Results
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Lyons
Keller Williams High Country
List Price
$419,900
Sold Price
$420,500
Premium/Discount to List
$600
0.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.64%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 21, 2018
Closed on
Aug 2, 2018
Sold by
Gaddy-Carter Jessica and Carter Steven D
Bought by
Thomas-Reid Matthew and Thomas-Reid Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Irene Sawyer
Keller Williams High Country
Buyer's Agent
Maria Owens
Realty One Group Results-Boone
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$249,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.39%
Original Mortgage
$251,900
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 22, 2017
Closed on
Aug 22, 2017
Sold by
Phillips Savannah and Phillips Joseph C
Bought by
Carter Jessica Gaddy and Carter Steven David
Seller's Agent
Michael DePalma
Michael DePalma Realty
Buyer's Agent
Scott MacIntosh
Allen Tate Realtors Boone
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$215,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.64%
Original Mortgage
$219,600
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2015
Sold by
Eason Barbara
Bought by
Phillips Joseph C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$174,600
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2007
Sold by
Decicco Joseph
Bought by
Eason Edward Frank and Eason Barbara

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 28, 2006
Sold by
Eason Edward Frank and Eason Barbara A
Bought by
Decicco Joseph

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$182,325
Interest Rate
8.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
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®

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 $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

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Map

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 237281

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 19227-126-016