SPECTACULAR LONG-RANGE LAYERED VIEWS from this gorgeous mountain home located in desirable Laurel Ridge subdivision, between Boone and Valle Crucis. There are decks on two levels to enjoy the amazing view. The great room features a vaulted ceiling and stacked-stone fireplace. There are 4 bedrooms and 3.5 baths, and you can add two more bedrooms with the 6 bedroom septic system! The kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The primary bedroom/bath and laundry are on the main floor, along with a powder room, sunroom, and a 1 car garage. Downstairs there is a large den, a bedroom used as an office, a full bath, and a large storage area. The upper floor includes a loft, two bedrooms and another full bath. The roof was replaced in 2022, appliances in 2018/2021, and furnace in 2018. This home is perfect as a primary residence, second home, or rental property. It has been a very popular vacation rental property with Carolina Cabin Rentals, grossing $82,000 in 2021. No permit has been found for the garage and sunroom. Come enjoy this great home in the NC high country! Grandfather Mountain, the Blue Ridge Parkway, skiing, shopping and dining are all close by!
Sold for $948,516
$948,516
980 Scenic Drive, Vilas, NC 28692
4beds
3,254sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
1.34 Acres Lot
$1,072,300 Zestimate®
$291/sqft
$4,163 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,072,300
$1.01M - $1.15M
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Stacked-stone fireplaceBlue ridge parkwayPowder roomVaulted ceilingGranite countertopsDesirable laurel ridge subdivisionLarge den
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Listed by:
Jim Edsall (828)898-3111,
Antler Realty,
Robyn Edsall 828-406-1207,
Antler Realty
Bought with:
Traci Artus, 312264
Realty One Group Results-Boone
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 244928
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Wet Bar, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Two, Gas, Stone, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,642
- Total interior livable area: 3,254 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,201
- Finished area below ground: 1,053
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Garage, One Car Garage, Gravel, Private
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Multiple
- Exterior features: Gravel Driveway
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1.34 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1981908097000
- Zoning description: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Wood Frame
- Roof: Architectural,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Permit 5 or More Bedroom, Sewer Applied for Permit
- Water: Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Gated, Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: Laurel Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,250 annually
Location
- Region: Vilas
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $291/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $871,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,104
- Date on market: 7/28/2023
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/27/2023 | Sold | $948,516+2.5%$291/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #244928 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2023 | Pending sale | $925,000$284/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #244928 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2023 | Listed for sale | $925,000+15.6%$284/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #244928 Report a problem | ||
| 2/22/2022 | Sold | $800,000-17.9%$246/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2021 | Listed for sale | $975,000+105.3%$300/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #231754 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2018 | Sold | $475,000-4.8%$146/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #209124 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2018 | Listed for sale | $499,000$153/sqft |
Source: Blowing Rock Investment Properties #209124 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $871,400 +6% |
| 2024 | $3,127 | $821,900 |
| 2023 | $3,127 +0.7% | $821,900 |
| 2022 | $3,105 +53.9% | $821,900 +92.1% |
| 2021 | $2,018 | $427,800 |
| 2020 | $2,018 | $427,800 |
| 2019 | -- | $427,800 |
| 2018 | -- | $427,800 |
| 2017 | $1,623 +10.4% | $427,800 +3.4% |
| 2013 | $1,470 | $413,900 |
| 2012 | -- | $413,900 |
| 2011 | -- | $413,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $413,900 |
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Neighborhood: 28692
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Valle Crucis ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 4.8 mi
- 8/10Watauga HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Valle Crucis
- 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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