$3,995,000
$400K PRICE DROP

85 Smokey Ridge Trail Arden, NC 28704

Walnut Cove Neighborhood

Estimated payment $22,230/month

Total Views 25,294
3 Beds
3.5 Baths
5,473 Sq Ft
$730 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Golf Course Community
  • Fitness Center
  • Pond
  • T.C. Roberson High School Rated A
  • Clubhouse
  • Community Spa

About This Home

Situated on one of the most desirable parcels in The Cliffs at Walnut Cove, this stately home offers stunning long-range mountain views and mesmerizing sunrises. A bespoke quality build by Jeremy Aikens Construction of Cashiers, NC, you will fall in love with the soaring ceilings over 20-feet high, lush wood finishes, traditional brass and glass touches, stacked stone fireplaces inside and out, inviting wine room, and endless storage for all your collections. The luxurious main level primary has a wood burning fireplace, two fabulous primary closets, and spa-like bath with a built-in bubble tub with heated sides. You’ll also enjoy having a home elevator, an expansive kitchen ideal for entertaining and catering, a private library, and two terrace level bedroom suites. The quiet cul-de-sac location and level driveway make it an easily accessible and peaceful retreat. For those longing for quintessential American classic design and style, this house delivers.

Listing Agent

Josh Smith

Walnut Cove Realty/Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Brokerage Email: josh@walnutcoverealty.com License #248708 Listed on: 09/06/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,279

Year Built

  • Built in 2017

HOA Fees

  • $276 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Fireplace
  • Laundry Room
  • Finished Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

Schools

  • Avery's Creek/Koontz Elementary School
  • Valley Springs Middle School
  • T.C. Roberson High School

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • Pond
  • Property is zoned R-2

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 9624-24-9181-00000

Community Details

Overview

  • Walnut Cove Poa
  • The Cliffs At Walnut Cove Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

  • Golf Course Community
  • Tennis Courts
  • Fitness Center
  • Community Spa
  • Putting Green
  • Trails

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,279

Year Built

Built in 2017

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$276 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2017
  • Road Surface Type: Brick, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 729.95
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: josh@walnutcoverealty.com
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 2332
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 3141
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Hood, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 5473
  • Has Basement: Finished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Living Area: 5473
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Room Count: 1
  • Bedroom Basement: 2

Exterior Features

  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Exclusions: Chandelier in stairway does not convey
  • Waterfront Elevation: 2000
  • Construction Type: Brick Partial, Hard Stucco, Stone

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 1
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Water Source: City

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Gated, Golf, Hot Tub, Pond, Putting Green, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
  • Association Fee: 3315
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Name: Walnut Cove POA
  • Association Email: scarlton@carltonpropertyservices.net

Association/Amenities

  • Association Annual Expense: 3315.00

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Valley Springs
  • HOA Subject To: Required

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Area: 0.779
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 9624-24-9181-00000
  • Zoning: R-2
  • Plat Book Slide: 0096
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 0062
  • Zoning Specification: R-2

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Avery's Creek/Koontz
  • High School: T.C. Roberson

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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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 $10,279 $1,669,700 $311,700 $1,358,000
2023 $10,279 $1,669,700 $311,700 $1,358,000
2022 $9,784 $1,669,700 $0 $0
2021 $9,784 $1,669,700 $0 $0
2020 $10,559 $1,676,000 $0 $0
2019 $10,559 $1,676,000 $0 $0
2018 $10,559 $1,676,000 $0 $0
2017 $2,703 $157,300 $0 $0
2016 $1,093 $157,300 $0 $0
2015 $1,093 $157,300 $0 $0
2014 $1,093 $157,300 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/29/2025 08/29/25 For Sale $3,995,000 0.0% $730 / Sq Ft
08/26/2025 08/26/25 Off Market $3,995,000 -- --
09/16/2024 09/16/24 Price Changed $3,995,000 -9.1% $730 / Sq Ft
09/06/2024 09/06/24 For Sale $4,395,000 -- $803 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed $215,000 None Available
Trustee Deed $1,275,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $1,175,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4180343

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 9624-24-9181-00000