For sale by owner

Price cut: $5K (9/8)

$404,900

851 Bairds Creek Rd, Vilas, NC 28692

3beds

1,008sqft

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SingleFamily

Built in 1979

0.47 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$402/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Front and side decksAbundant natural lightRecessed lightingVaulted ceilingsHardwood floorsSingle-car garageDurable metal roof

Welcome home to this inviting 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath cottage in the highly sought-after Valle Crucis School District. The spacious great room features hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, recessed lighting, and abundant natural light, creating a warm and welcoming gathering space for everyday living. There is also a propane buck stove as a secondary heat source. Outside, enjoy a large, fully fenced backyard with a privacy fence, perfect for children, pets, or entertaining. Additional highlights include front and side decks, a durable metal roof, and a single-car garage. New HVAC installed 2021, new pressure tank 2026. Conveniently located just five minutes from Valle Crucis and only ten minutes from downtown Boone and Appalachian State University, this home offers the perfect blend of peaceful living and easy access to shopping, dining, and local attractions.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Heating

Heat pump, Stove, Electric, Propane / Butane

Cooling

Central

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer

Features

Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Basement: None
Has fireplace: Yes

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,008 sqft

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 4
Parking features: Garage - Attached, Off-street

Features

Exterior features: Vinyl
Has view: Yes
View description: Mountain

Lot

Size: 0.47 Acres

Details

Parcel number: 1990176490000

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily

Materials

Foundation: Crawl/Raised
Roof: Metal

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1979

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Vilas

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $402/sqft
Tax assessed value: $197,700
Date on market: 7/18/2026

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$1,969/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
9/8/2026	Price change	$404,900-1.2%$402/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
7/30/2026	Price change	$409,900-1.2%$407/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
7/18/2026	Listed for sale	$414,900+176.6%$412/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
5/6/2014	Sold	$150,000+0.7%$149/sqft
Source: High Country AOR #182228 Report a problem
3/4/2014	Price change	$149,000-6.3%$148/sqft
Source: RE/MAX REALTY GROUP #182228 Report a problem
11/22/2013	Listed for sale	$159,000+20.5%$158/sqft
Source: RE/MAX REALTY GROUP #182228 Report a problem
1/31/2006	Sold	$132,000$131/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	--	$197,700
2024	$830	$197,700
2023	$830 +2.8%	$197,700
2022	$808 +42%	$197,700 +83.2%
2021	$569	$107,900
2020	$569	$107,900
2019	$569	$107,900
2018	$569 +10.5%	$107,900
2017	$515 +9.2%	$107,900 -2.3%
2013	$472	$110,400
2012	--	$110,400
2011	--	$110,400
2010	--	$110,400