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Sold for $825,000
  • $825,000

    188 New River Lake Drive, Blowing Rock, NC 28605

    3beds
    2,099sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2001
    0.84 Acres Lot
    $825,500 Zestimate®
    $393/sqft
    $3,523 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $825,500

    $693,000 - $982,000

    $3,523/mo

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    What's special

    Beautiful and meticulously maintained log home, located in the convenient gated community, New River Lake Estates. Just 0.8 mile to downtown Blowing Rock, this gorgeous home exudes rustic elegance. The primary bedroom is on the main level, for easy one level living. Two spacious guest bedrooms and a full bath upstairs. Cozy living room with a stone, wood burning fireplace, with a gas starter. A large covered deck, plus a screened porch provides ample space for outdoor enjoyment. The Blue Ridge Parkway and everything Blowing Rock has to offer is just a few minutes away!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Michelle Kowalski 828-295-8485,

    Blowing Rock Real Estate, LLC,

    Catherine Mikkola 828-773-6424,

    Mt.Jefferson Real Estate

    Bought with:

    Pam Vines, 149942

    Jenkins Realtors

    Kathleen Austin, 208848

    Jenkins Realtors

    Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 257426MLS LogoOriginating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Hot Water, Propane
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
    Features
    • Windows: Double Hung, Screens
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: One, Stone, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,099
    • Total interior livable area: 2,099 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 2,099
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway, No Garage
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Covered, Multiple
    Lot
    • Size: 0.84 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 2817164125000

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Mountain
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Log
    • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 2001

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Gated, Long Term Rental Allowed
    • Subdivision: New River Lake Estates
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • HOA fee: $1,200 annually
    Location
    • Region: Blowing Rock

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $393/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $656,900
    • Annual tax amount: $4,716
    • Date on market: 8/10/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash,New Loan
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/30/2025Sold$825,000+38.7%$393/sqft
    Source: High Country AOR #257426 Report a problem
    11/30/2020Sold$595,000-0.7%$283/sqft
    Source: High Country AOR #224807 Report a problem
    10/1/2020Pending sale$599,000$285/sqft
    Source: Blowing Rock Real Estate, Llc #224807 Report a problem
    9/21/2020Listed for sale$599,000+46.1%$285/sqft
    Source: Blowing Rock Real Estate, Llc #224807 Report a problem
    11/13/2008Sold$410,000$195/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $656,900
    2024$2,192 $656,900
    2023$2,192 +1.1%$656,900
    2022$2,169 +25.5%$656,900 +60.7%
    2021$1,728 $408,900
    2020$1,728 $408,900
    2019$1,728 $408,900
    2018$1,728 +13.4%$408,900
    2017$1,523 +12%$408,900 -4.7%
    2013$1,360 $429,200
    2012-- $429,200
    2011-- $429,200
    2010-- $429,200
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 28605

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Blowing Rock
    • High: Watauga

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

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