Discover the peaceful tranquility of Western NC with this charming 936 sq. ft. mountain cottage situated on approximately 4 acres less than 2 miles from downtown Spruce Pine. New survey recently completed. This cute cottage features a classic layout with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, a cozy living room, functional dining room and a kitchen ready for your personal touch. The covered front porch invites you to slow down, sip your morning coffee & enjoy the sights & sounds of the surrounding woods. The property also benefits from a private spring water system. A full basement also provides additional storage. Approximately 1 hr to Boone or Asheville. 1 hr to Johnson City, TN. If you’re dreaming of a simpler lifestyle surrounded by nature this cottage is perfect for you.
Active
$276,000
96 Thompson Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
3beds
936sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,713/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
4.07 Acres Lot
$261,200 Zestimate®
$295/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered front porchSurrounding woodsFunctional dining room
- 255 days |
- 678 |
- 54 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Crystal Garland Crystal.garland@remax.net,
RE/MAX RESULTS
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4319955
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Other
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Kerosene
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Bathroom
Features
- Flooring: Parquet, Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Insulated Door(s), Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Exterior Entry
Interior area
- Total structure area: 936
- Total interior livable area: 936 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 936
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
Lot
- Size: 4.07 Acres
- Features: Hilly, Level, Private, Rolling Slope, Sloped, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 088012779313
- Zoning: n/a
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed, Other - See Remarks
- Water: Spring
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: none
Location
- Region: Spruce Pine
- Elevation: 2500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $295/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $110,500
- Annual tax amount: $707
- Date on market: 11/14/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 194 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
$261,200
$248,000 - $274,000
$1,567/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/28/2026 | Price change | $276,000+0.4%$295/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4319955 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000$294/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4319955 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $707 +1.6% | $110,500 |
| 2024 | $696 | $110,500 |
| 2023 | $696 | $110,500 |
| 2022 | $696 +29.3% | $110,500 +33.5% |
| 2021 | $538 | $82,800 |
| 2020 | $538 | $82,800 |
| 2019 | $538 | $82,800 |
| 2018 | $538 +6.2% | $82,800 +6.2% |
| 2017 | $507 +8.3% | $78,000 |
| 2016 | $468 +9900% | $78,000 |
| 2015 | $5 -99% | $78,000 |
| 2014 | $468 -64.6% | $78,000 -18.2% |
| 2013 | $1,322 +201.3% | $95,400 |
| 2012 | $439 | $95,400 |
| 2011 | $439 | $95,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $95,400 |
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Neighborhood: 28777
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAGreenlee PrimaryGrades: PK-2Distance: 3.5 mi
- 1/10Harris MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Mitchell HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Greenlee Primary
- 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.
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