$400,000
SOLD APR 7, 2025

918 Watauga River Rd Sugar Grove, NC 28679

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,446 Sq Ft
1.84 Acres

Recently Sold

$277 Per Sq Ft

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Cottage
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Valle Crucis Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wet Bar
  • Wood Siding

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to the cottage behind the hedge, nestled in the heart of Valle Crucis. This enchanting 1940s cottage is perched on top of a rushing mountain stream, offering the perfect escape. Imagine planting your own garden and taking a refreshing dip in the small swimming hole. The property includes four parcels of land, totaling 1.84 acres+/-, giving you ample space to enjoy. Inside, you’ll discover a quirky, rustic charm with custom wormy chestnut details throughout. There’s plenty of potential in this one-of-a-kind home, ideal for full-time living, vacation getaways, or short-term rentals. The cottage is heated by two oil furnaces, with an underground tank located in the carport. This estate owned property is being sold as-is. See measure report and floor plan in documents.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Scott Warren

Boone Realty Brokerage Phone: 828-264-5267 Listed on: 02/12/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Tim Baxter

Baxter Mountain Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,124

Year Built

  • Built in 1948

Parking

  • Carport

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Stone Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Basement

  • Partial Basement
  • Crawl Space

Schools

  • Valle Crucis Elementary School
  • Watauga High School

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Private Water Source
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Private Sewer

Additional Features

  • Outbuilding
  • 1.84 Acre Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1971-52-9275-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,124

Year Built

Built in 1948

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.84
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1140.0
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: 828-264-5267
  • General Property Information Below Grade Unfinished Area: 502.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Oven, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 306.0
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar
  • Living Area: 1446.0
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Out Building(s)
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Carport

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Oil
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Private, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Valle Crucis
  • High School: Watauga

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 1971-52-9275-000
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1123.7
  • Tax Book Number: 151/583

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 12, 2025
Closed on
Mar 21, 2025
Sold by
Stewart Linda D and Stewart Cheri Leigh
Bought by
Weltz Aaron M and Weltz Sara L
Seller's Agent
Scott Warren
Boone Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tim Baxter
Baxter Mountain Properties
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.03%
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
$398,585

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$1,415
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.06%
Original Mortgage
$300,001
Outstanding Balance
$299,748
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$93,024
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $400,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $400,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,001 New Conventional
Closed $300,001 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/07/2025 04/07/25 Sold $400,000 0.0% $277 / Sq Ft
02/12/2025 02/12/25 For Sale $399,900 -- $277 / 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 $884 $212,300 $18,100 $194,200
2023 $861 $212,300 $18,100 $194,200
2022 $861 $212,300 $18,100 $194,200
2021 $675 $131,400 $11,300 $120,100
2020 $675 $131,400 $11,300 $120,100
2019 $675 $131,400 $11,300 $120,100
2018 $610 $131,400 $11,300 $120,100
2017 $610 $131,400 $11,300 $120,100
2013 -- $125,300 $11,300 $114,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 253723

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1971-52-9275-000