Bring your vision and restore a true piece of North Carolina mountain history. This 1924 farmhouse is nestled on more than 29 acres of rolling countryside with frontage along bold Fletcher Creek, offering rushing rapids, cascading waterfalls, and outstanding trout fishing right on your own property. Opportunities like this are increasingly rare for buyers seeking acreage, stocked trout stream waterfront, and privacy in the North Carolina High Country. The home is currently no heat source and is being offered as a renovation project for those looking to restore and reimagine a classic farmhouse. With its original character, generous room sizes, and timeless architectural details, the home provides an exceptional foundation for a custom restoration. As an added bonus, Cat 5 wiring has already been run throughout the home, providing modern infrastructure for today’s technology needs. Inside, you’ll find hardwood and tiled floors, a spacious living room and family room, a kitchen featuring granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, a main-level laundry room, and four generously sized bedrooms upstairs. Step outside onto the expansive wraparound covered porch and enjoy the sights and sounds of bold Fletcher Creek a stocked trout stream flowing through the property. The acreage offers endless possibilities for hunting, trout fishing, hobby farming, horseback riding, ATV adventures, gardening, or simply creating a private mountain estate surrounded by nature. Despite its peaceful and secluded setting, the property is located just one minute from US Highway 421, providing exceptional convenience without the noise of traffic. Boone and Wilkesboro are both less than 20 minutes away with West Jefferson about 25 minutes, offering easy access to shopping, dining, healthcare, and outdoor recreation. Home is being sold as is.
For sale
$799,900
231 Fletcher Creek Lane, Purlear, NC 28665
4beds
3,125sqft
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
29.07 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$256/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cascading waterfallsGenerous room sizesExpansive wraparound covered porchTimeless architectural detailsOriginal characterMain-level laundry roomHardwood and tiled floors
- 103 days
- 316
- 16
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lori Eastridge 828-773-2080,
EXP Realty LLC
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 262842
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Other, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Furnished
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,125
- Total interior livable area: 3,125 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 0
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Horse Facilities, Out Building(s)
Lot
- Size: 29.07 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 0800334
- Horse amenities: Horses Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse,Mountain,Traditional
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Septic Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Purlear
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $256/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $341,050
- Annual tax amount: $1,826
- Date on market: 6/26/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,New Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,900+416.1%$256/sqft |
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| 7/31/2020 | Sold | $155,000-22.5%$50/sqft |
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| 5/5/2020 | Pending sale | $199,900$64/sqft |
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| 2/21/2020 | Listed for sale | $199,900-7%$64/sqft |
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| 3/19/2019 | Listing removed | $214,900$69/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Blair & Associates #208119 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2019 | Pending sale | $214,900$69/sqft |
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| 8/15/2018 | Price change | $214,900-6.5%$69/sqft |
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| 6/6/2018 | Listed for sale | $229,900$74/sqft |
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| 11/9/2017 | Listing removed | $229,900$74/sqft |
Source: Boone Real Estate #200352 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $229,900-11.5%$74/sqft |
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| 4/28/2017 | Listed for sale | $259,900$83/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,739 +49.7% | $341,050 +126% |
| 2024 | $1,162 | $150,880 |
| 2023 | $1,162 | $150,880 |
| 2022 | $1,162 +0.9% | $150,880 |
| 2021 | $1,152 | $150,880 +0.9% |
| 2020 | $1,152 -13.2% | $149,550 -16.3% |
| 2019 | $1,327 | $178,770 +5.1% |
| 2018 | $1,327 | $170,150 |
| 2017 | $1,327 +1.5% | $170,150 |
| 2016 | $1,307 | $170,150 |
| 2015 | $1,307 -0.2% | $170,150 |
| 2014 | $1,310 +2% | $170,150 -3.3% |
| 2012 | $1,285 | $175,960 |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | -- | -- |
| 2008 | -- | -- |
| 2007 | -- | -- |
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Neighborhood: 28665
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Wilkesboro
- High: West Wilkes
Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.




