If you’ve ever traveled through the mountains of Western North Carolina, chances are you’ve experienced the iconic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway—where endless layers of blue and indigo mountains stretch across the horizon. Now imagine enjoying those breathtaking views year-round from your own mountaintop retreat. Welcome to 228 Continental Divide. Perched above the parkway in a serene woodland setting offering raised beds for gardening, this stunning blue mountain home offers privacy, tranquility, and an immersive connection to nature. Gentle breezes flow through the trees, and the thoughtfully landscaped lot replaces traditional lawn maintenance with lush shade-loving plants and natural beauty. Outdoor living is exceptional, with a spectacular observation deck perfectly positioned for unforgettable sunset views, while the front patio provides a peaceful place to enjoy morning coffee as sunlight filters through the towering trees of the Pisgah National Forest. Inside, the home welcomes you with soaring vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, expansive walls of windows, rich wood floors, and a striking stone fireplace that creates warmth and ambiance throughout the open-concept living space. The spacious kitchen was intentionally designed to accommodate multiple cooks with ease, making it ideal for entertaining and gathering with family and friends. Thoughtfully designed with multigenerational living in mind, the home features a spacious bedroom and full bath on every level. The finished lower level includes a private entrance and kitchenette, offering excellent flexibility for guest accommodations, extended family, or longer-term living needs. The main-level primary suite is generously sized with abundant closet space and a luxurious bath featuring both a soaking tub and walk-in shower. Upstairs, an additional ensuite bedroom showcases dramatic window walls that fully capture the surrounding natural beauty. Adding even more versatility and value, the property also includes a charming guest cottage complete with its own living space, bathroom, efficiency kitchen, private parking, and beautiful deck. Perfect for guests, long-term stays, or potential short-term rental income, this separate retreat offers privacy and comfort in an extraordinary mountain setting.
Under contract-show
Price cut: $30K (8/11)
$599,000
228 Continental Divide Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
3beds
2,591sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2015
0.69 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$231/sqft
$100/mo HOA
What's special
Soaring vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilingsRich wood floorsRaised beds for gardeningExpansive walls of windows
- 118 days
- 529
- 31
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Rhonda Phillips rhonda.phillips@allentate.com,
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Burnville
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4383055
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Basement
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom full
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Dining area
- Level: Main
Great room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer/Dryer, Wine Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Soaking Tub, Kitchen Island, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Total Primary Heated Living Area: 2368
- Flooring: Concrete, Tile, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Walk-Up Access
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Great Room, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,858
- Total interior livable area: 2,591 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,858
- Finished area below ground: 510
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
Lot
- Size: 0.69 Acres
- Features: Sloped, Wooded, Views
Living quarters
- Secondary living space: 223 sqft
- Secondary features: Exterior Not Connected,Guest House,Separate Entrance,Separate Kitchen Facilities,Separate Living Quarters
Details
- Parcel number: 170800277173
- Zoning: None
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Fiber Cement
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Community Well
- Utilities for property: Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Apple Mountain
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,200 annually
- HOA name: Apple Mountain HOA - Rob Mehnert
- HOA phone: 214-601-6112
Location
- Region: Spruce Pine
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $231/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $412,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,641
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 105 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Exclusions: Propane Tank - Above Ground
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2026 | Price change | $599,000-4.8%$231/sqft |
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| 7/15/2026 | Price change | $629,000-4.6%$243/sqft |
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| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $659,000-10.3%$254/sqft |
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| 9/19/2025 | Listing removed | $735,000$284/sqft |
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| 6/14/2025 | Price change | $735,000-2%$284/sqft |
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| 5/13/2025 | Price change | $750,000-2.5%$289/sqft |
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| 4/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $769,000+78.8%$297/sqft |
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| 7/14/2020 | Listing removed | $430,000$166/sqft |
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| 4/28/2020 | Price change | $430,000+1.2%$166/sqft |
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| 3/8/2020 | Listed for sale | $425,000+844.4%$164/sqft |
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| 5/5/2006 | Sold | $45,000$17/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,641 +5.3% | $412,600 +3.6% |
| 2024 | $2,508 | $398,100 |
| 2023 | $2,508 | $398,100 |
| 2022 | $2,508 +48.5% | $398,100 +53.2% |
| 2021 | $1,689 | $259,900 |
| 2020 | $1,689 | $259,900 |
| 2019 | $1,689 | $259,900 |
| 2018 | $1,689 -8% | $259,900 -8% |
| 2017 | $1,836 +8.3% | $282,400 |
| 2016 | $1,694 +1589% | $282,400 +68.9% |
| 2015 | $100 -90% | $167,200 |
| 2014 | $1,003 +30.8% | $167,200 +0.3% |
| 2013 | $767 +2.5% | $166,700 +2.5% |
| 2012 | $748 | $162,700 |
| 2011 | $748 | $162,700 |
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Neighborhood: 28777
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mitchell
- Middle: Mitchell
- High: Mitchell
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





