The best of both worlds-original 1950's charm and modern features make this downtown cottage the perfect full time residence or mountain getaway!!! Located within a short walk to "Main Street USA", this home features an open concept living room, dining area, kitchen plus an office space which could be easily converted into a third bedroom. The primary bedroom has a fully renovated en suite bath with walk in shower and, in addition, there is a second bedroom with easy access to another updated full bath. The high, vaulted living area ceilings with wood timbers allow in lots of natural light and give the space an airy, mountain feel. Parking is ample with three spaces in front of the home. The large covered stone porch is new and perfect for morning coffee or evening wine and the newly fenced areas are great spaces for the pups and kiddos to play!! Just a stone's throw from downtown Blowing Rock, this home is close to many area amenities including the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Ski Mountain, local lakes, hiking trails, shopping and some of the finest restaurants in the area.
Sold for $556,500
$556,500
279 Green Street, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
2beds
890sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
2,613 Square Feet Lot
$556,400 Zestimate®
$625/sqft
$1,783 Estimated rent
Home value
$556,400
$523,000 - $595,000
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Modern featuresOffice spaceLots of natural lightLarge covered stone porchAiry mountain feelNewly fenced areasDining area
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Listed by:
Glo Kearns (828)262-1990,
RE/MAX Realty Group
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Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 261882
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Single Hung, Wood Frames
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 890 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 890
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Gravel Driveway
Lot
- Size: 2,613 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 2807798275000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Architectural,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Blowing Rock
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $625/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $260,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,867
- Date on market: 6/5/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Sold | $556,500+1.2%$625/sqft |
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| 6/6/2026 | Contingent | $550,000$618/sqft |
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| 6/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000+25%$618/sqft |
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| 4/23/2024 | Sold | $440,000-7.4%$494/sqft |
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| 6/20/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: High Country AOR #243238 Report a problem | ||
| 6/9/2023 | Price change | $475,000-5%$534/sqft |
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| 5/31/2023 | Price change | $499,900-2.9%$562/sqft |
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| 5/24/2023 | Price change | $515,000-1.9%$579/sqft |
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| 5/8/2023 | Listed for sale | $525,000+133.3%$590/sqft |
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| 3/9/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2016 | Listing removed | $225,000$253/sqft |
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| 8/3/2016 | Pending sale | $225,000$253/sqft |
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| 5/16/2016 | Listed for sale | $225,000+99.1%$253/sqft |
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| 8/30/2005 | Sold | $113,000$127/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $260,100 |
| 2024 | $930 | $260,100 |
| 2023 | $930 +2.5% | $260,100 |
| 2022 | $907 +13% | $260,100 +45.1% |
| 2021 | $803 | $179,300 |
| 2020 | $803 | $179,300 |
| 2019 | $803 | $179,300 |
| 2018 | $803 +12.6% | $179,300 |
| 2017 | $713 +11.2% | $179,300 +25.8% |
| 2013 | $641 | $142,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $142,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $142,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $142,500 |
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Neighborhood: 28605
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Blowing Rock ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Watauga HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.8 mi
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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- North Carolina
- Watauga County
- Blowing Rock
- 28605
- 279 Green Street
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