For sale

$425,000

11526 US Highway 421, Purlear, NC 28665

3beds

982sqft

$2,492/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1977

11.2 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$433/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Area mountain viewsDetached storage buildingScenic viewsFresh paintAbundant wildlifeSpace for a gardenNew roof

Mountain living without the Boone price tag! Nestled on approximately 11.2 unrestricted acres, this private 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the peace, freedom, and space that's becoming harder to find. Inside you'll find new flooring, fresh paint, new appliances, a new roof, and a heat pump for year-round comfort. The full basement with a single-car garage and detached storage building provide plenty of room for hobbies, tools, and outdoor gear. Approximately 90% wooded and 10% open, the property offers privacy, scenic views, minimal timber, space for a garden, and abundant wildlife. With no HOA or restrictions, you have the flexibility to create the lifestyle you want. Conveniently located on Highway 421 in Purlear, just about 20 minutes to Boone and 10 minutes to Wilkesboro, you'll enjoy mountain living with easy access to shopping, dining, and recreation—all without paying premium mountain prices. Area mountain views!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Heating

Electric, Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator

Features

None
Basement: Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: One

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,964
Total interior livable area: 982 sqft
Finished area above ground: 982
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking features: Driveway, Garage, One Car Garage, Gravel, Private
Garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Exterior features: Other, See Remarks, Gravel Driveway

Lot

Size: 11.2 Acres

Details

Parcel number: 0900331
Zoning description: None

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick, Other, See Remarks, Wood Siding
Foundation: Basement
Roof: Architectural,Shingle

Condition

Year built: 1977

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Private Sewer
Water: Private

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: None

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Purlear

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $433/sqft
Annual tax amount: $2,347
Date on market: 7/10/2026
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
Road surface type: Gravel

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/9/2026	Listed for sale	$425,000+71.4%
Source: Triad MLS #1227239 Report a problem
6/12/2025	Sold	$248,000-4.6%
Source: Triad MLS #1177940 Report a problem
4/30/2025	Pending sale	$259,900
Source: Triad MLS #1177940 Report a problem
4/18/2025	Listed for sale	$259,900
Source: Triad MLS #1177940 Report a problem

Public tax history

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 28665

Getting around

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Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

3/10
Mount Pleasant Elementary
Grades: PK-5Distance: 2.8 mi
3/10
West Wilkes Middle
Grades: 6-8Distance: 7.2 mi
5/10
West Wilkes High
Grades: 9-12Distance: 6.3 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Outside of Area

Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.