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  • Price cut: $21K (5/4)
    $709,000

    196 Eagle Nest Road, Purlear, NC 28665

    3beds
    1,728sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2005
    2.62 Acres Lot
    $674,900 Zestimate®
    $410/sqft
    $108/mo HOA

    What's special

    Log cabin homeLong-range mountain viewsBasement-level laundry areaDetached two-car garageDeluxe office spaceWood and tile flooring
    Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains within the gated community of Buck Mountain, 196 Eagle Nest Road in Purlear, offers a blend of privacy, mountain cabin, and long-range mountain views, on 2.62 acres. This log cabin home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, including a finished basement with a walkout patio. Built in 2005, the home is thoughtfully designed to capture long-range mountain views, with a covered front porch featuring vaulted ceilings that create the ideal space for outdoor dining or relaxing while taking in the surrounding scenery. Interior features include a great room with gas fireplace, wood and tile flooring, and a basement-level laundry area. The property also includes a detached two-car garage with a 40x15 heated bonus room and deluxe office space, providing flexibility for a home office, guest suite, or additional living area. A commercial-grade standing seam metal roof adds long term durability. Also, a camera system is already in place for added security. Located in Buck Mountain, residents enjoy access to a private gated setting with amenities such as hiking trails, ATV trails, making it a sought-after destination for full-time living, second home ownership, or investment. Currently operating as an established Airbnb property, this home presents an excellent opportunity for short-term rental income in a highly desirable mountain community. Conveniently located in Wilkes County with easy access to North Wilkesboro, Boone, West Jefferson, and The Blue Ridge Parkway, this home delivers a unique opportunity to own a scenic mountain property with space, views, income potential, and community lifestyle.
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    Listed by:

    James Logan 336-466-6210,

    NorthGroup Real Estate LLC

    Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 261076MLS 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
      • Ductless, Electric, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Ductless, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: In Basement
      Features
      • Cathedral Ceiling(s)
      • Basement: Full
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas, Vented, Propane
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,728
      • Total interior livable area: 1,728 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 864
      • Finished area below ground: 864

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage, Gravel, Private
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered
      • Exterior features: Gravel Driveway
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Long Range, Mountain(s)
      • Waterfront features: Pond
      Lot
      • Size: 2.62 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0801544
      • Zoning description: R1

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Log Home
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Log
      • Roof: Metal,Other,See Remarks
      Condition
      • Year built: 2005

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Private, Well
      • Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available, Septic Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Clubhouse, Gated, Trails/Paths
      • Security: Closed Circuit Camera(s)
      • Subdivision: Buck Mountain
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $1,294 annually
      Location
      • Region: Purlear

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $410/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $572,650
      • Annual tax amount: $2,920
      • Date on market: 4/9/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved
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        Estimated market value

        $674,900

        $641,000 - $709,000

        $1,899/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/20/2026Pending sale$709,000
        Source: Triad MLS #1215384 Report a problem
        5/20/2026Contingent$709,000$410/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #261076 Report a problem
        5/4/2026Price change$709,000-2.9%
        Source: Triad MLS #1215384 Report a problem
        4/14/2026Listed for sale$730,000+16.8%$422/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #261076 Report a problem
        7/1/2023Listing removed--
        Source: High Country AOR #244034 Report a problem
        6/13/2023Listed for sale$625,000+174.1%
        Source: Triad MLS #1108696 Report a problem
        7/27/2020Sold$228,000
        Source: Triad MLS #984303 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,921 +28.5%$572,650 +94%
        2024$2,272 $295,110
        2023$2,272 +34%$295,110 +34%
        2022$1,696 +12.4%$220,260
        2021$1,509 $220,260 +12.4%
        2020$1,509 +10.3%$195,910
        2019$1,367 $195,910 +11.8%
        2018$1,367 $175,290
        2017$1,367 +1.5%$175,290
        2016$1,347 $175,290
        2015$1,347 -0.2%$175,290
        2014$1,350 -11.6%$175,290 -16.2%
        2012$1,528 $209,270

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          Neighborhood: 28665

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          • Elementary: Millers Creek
          • Middle: West Wilkes
          • High: West Wilkes

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