Move-in ready one-bedroom, one-bath mountain cottage set on a spacious, fully fenced lot. This charming property with real wood paneling and ceilings offers a lot in a compact floor plan. Situated on nearly ¾ of an acre, the spacious yard is enclosed by split rail fencing with wire mesh. The yard has ample space for other opportunities and improvements. With its functional layout and convenient location, this versatile property could serve as a primary residence, mountain getaway, or investment opportunity as a short-term or long-term rental. Located just 15 minutes from Appalachian State University and only 10 minutes from New Market Center. The current owner has done work and improvements to the property. Examples include: installed a new well & added a water filtration system to the home, new refrigerator, new washer/dryer, new water heater, new woodstove, exterior paint, bathroom update, plumbing and electrical updates, deck expanded, fenced yard, and more. A list of improvements is attached in MLS or can be provided by request. According to Watauga County Planning and Inspections, no building permits were pulled. A permit was pulled for the new well.
For sale
$340,000
286 Grady Winkler Road, Boone, NC 28607
1beds
561sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
0.72 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$606/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced yardDeck expandedSpacious yardSpacious fully fenced lotNew refrigeratorNew water heaterExterior paint
- 32 days
- 790
- 63
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amber Winkler (828)268-2084,
Keller Williams High Country
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 261258
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Ductless, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Ductless, 2 Units
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Free Standing, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 561 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 561
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel, No Garage, Shared Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Open
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 0.72 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 2902650748000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Permit Unavailable
- Water: Private, Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Boone
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $606/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $120,900
- Annual tax amount: $559
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $340,000$606/sqft |
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| 8/4/2026 | Listing removed | $1,695$3/sqft |
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| 7/30/2026 | Price change | $1,695-6.9%$3/sqft |
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| 7/28/2026 | Price change | $1,820-5.2%$3/sqft |
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| 7/13/2026 | Listing removed | $340,000$606/sqft |
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| 7/1/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,920+13.3%$3/sqft |
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| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $340,000+65.9%$606/sqft |
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| 3/3/2025 | Listing removed | $1,695$3/sqft |
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| 2/27/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,695$3/sqft |
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| 3/21/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/10/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,695$3/sqft |
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| 9/22/2022 | Sold | $205,000+3.8% |
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| 8/1/2022 | Pending sale | $197,500 |
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| 7/31/2022 | Contingent | $197,500$352/sqft |
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| 7/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $197,500+97.5% |
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| 5/17/2022 | Sold | $100,000$178/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $120,900 |
| 2024 | $548 | $120,900 |
| 2023 | $548 +4.4% | $120,900 |
| 2022 | $525 +40.4% | $120,900 +86.3% |
| 2021 | $374 | $64,900 |
| 2020 | $374 | $64,900 |
| 2019 | -- | $64,900 |
| 2018 | -- | $64,900 |
| 2017 | $342 +8.2% | $64,900 +4.8% |
| 2013 | $316 | $61,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $61,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $61,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $61,900 |
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Neighborhood: 28607
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Green Valley
- 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.




