Purlear Real Estate

Purlear Real Estate

Welcome to Purlear, North Carolina—a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Wilkes County. Known for its breathtaking landscapes and tight-knit community, Purlear offers a unique blend of rural charm and modern convenience. This picturesque town is surrounded by the stunning Blue Ridge Mountains, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

Purlear is characterized by its friendly atmosphere and welcoming residents, making it a perfect place for families, retirees, and anyone looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The area boasts a rich history, with quaint historical sites and local traditions that add to its charm. Whether you’re exploring the scenic hiking trails, enjoying a leisurely drive along the winding country roads, or visiting local farms, Purlear offers a serene lifestyle that is hard to match.

In addition to its natural beauty, Purlear is conveniently located just a short drive from larger towns like Wilkesboro and North Wilkesboro, where you can find shopping, dining, and entertainment options. The community is also served by excellent schools and healthcare facilities, ensuring that residents have access to all the amenities needed for a comfortable life.

With a low cost of living and a variety of real estate options, from charming single-family homes to expansive properties with breathtaking views, Purlear is an ideal choice for those looking to plant roots in a welcoming environment. Discover the tranquility and charm of Purlear—your perfect slice of North Carolina awaits!

Newest Listings in Purlear

$499,900
1228684 MLS
Large tract of undeveloped land just waiting for someone to come in and build a home or multiple homes. Land already has a cleared area for a home/build site. Peace and quite to enjoy tear round with long range views, Timber (could be harvested) and hunting locations abound all over this property.

00 Lump Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Allen Tate – Blair Properties. Contact:

$275,000
1228163 MLS
75± acres of mountain privacy await in Purlear, NC. Tucked away at the end of Singing Waters Lane, this beautiful wooded tract offers the rare opportunity to own a large, secluded piece of the Blue Ridge foothills. Imagine building your dream home or cabin surrounded by nature, creating the ultimate hunting retreat, or simply investing in land for generations to come. A peaceful creek, mature woods, and abundant wildlife make this property a true escape from the everyday. Ideal for those seeking privacy or neighboring owners looking to expand their acreage. Property includes a family cemetery with a 14-foot right-of-way for cemetery access. Previous deed references a 30-foot right-of-way for ingress and egress. Buyer to verify all access rights and obtain a current survey. PLEASE NO DRIVE BYS WITHOUT AN AGENT AND ATV FOR ACCESS.

0000 Boone Trail, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Realty One Group Results. Contact:

$425,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 4402668 MLS
Mountain living without the Boone price tag! Nestled on approximately 11.2 unrestricted acres, this private 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the peace, freedom, and space that's becoming harder to find. Inside you'll find new flooring, fresh paint, new appliances, a new roof, and a heat pump for year-round comfort. The full basement with a single-car garage and detached storage building provide plenty of room for hobbies, tools, and outdoor gear. Approximately 90% wooded and 10% open, the property offers privacy, scenic views, minimal timber, space for a garden, and abundant wildlife. With no HOA or restrictions, you have the flexibility to create the lifestyle you want. Conveniently located on Highway 421 in Purlear, just about 20 minutes to Boone and 10 minutes to Wilkesboro, you'll enjoy mountain living with easy access to shopping, dining, and recreation—all without paying premium mountain prices. Area mountain views!

11526 Us Highway 421 None, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Realty One Group Results. teresatedder@gmail.com
$425,000
3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1227239 MLS
Mountain living without the Boone price tag! Nestled on approximately 11.2 unrestricted acres, this private 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers the peace, freedom, and space that's becoming harder to find. Inside you'll find new flooring, fresh paint, new appliances, a new roof, and a heat pump for year-round comfort. The full basement with a single-car garage and detached storage building provide plenty of room for hobbies, tools, and outdoor gear. Approximately 90% wooded and 10% open, the property offers privacy, scenic views, minimal timber, space for a garden, and abundant wildlife. With no HOA or restrictions, you have the flexibility to create the lifestyle you want. Conveniently located on Highway 421 in Purlear, just about 20 minutes to Boone and 10 minutes to Wilkesboro, you'll enjoy mountain living with easy access to shopping, dining, and recreation—all without paying premium mountain prices. Area mountain views!

11526 US Highway 421, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Realty One Group Results. Contact:

$390,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4400322 MLS
Welcome home to 2053 Boiling Springs Rd! This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home sits on 1.2 private acres and offers a comfortable, functional layout throughout. The primary suite is located above the garage, giving a nice sense of separation and privacy from the other two bedrooms, plus a private deck with mountain views, a great spot to take in the scenery with your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. An additional room offers flexible space for a home office, study, or hobby room. Gather around the fireplace with gas logs on cool evenings for an easy, low maintenance way to keep the home warm all winter long. Step out the back door to a covered patio, a nice spot to relax outdoors rain or shine. The 2 car garage adds everyday convenience, and there's also a covered 2 car metal carport for additional vehicle or equipment storage. The full basement is a huge bonus, whether you need extra storage, a workshop, a home gym, or just unfinished space to make your own down the road. The 1.2 acres give plenty of room to garden, entertain, or just enjoy some quiet space of your own. Just 10-15 minutes to shopping and restaurants in Wilkesboro, and about 30 minutes to Boone, this peaceful country setting offers the best of both worlds. Come see this one in person, there's a lot to love here!

2053 Boiling Springs Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Smith Realty Group. info@realtyhyve.com
$69,900
1226571 MLS
TWO LOTS | HIKING TRAILS | MULTIPLE BUILDING SITE OPTIONS | EASY ACCESS | UNDERGROUND POWER | FIBER OPTIC | ATV/UTV FRIENDLY | COMMUNITY AMENITIES | Two building lots in BUCK MOUNTAIN. Long range view potential w/tree trimming. Level building site cleared on Lot 171 & driveway in place w/gate. Electric & fiber optic available. Lot 172B is across from Lot 171, providing the option to build TWO mtn retreats. Unique opportunity to be close to family & friends. 3,400 acre Buck Mtn is the ONLY GATED ATV COMMUNITY in Wilkes County. Existing walking trails on Lot 171. AMENITIES: ATV & Hiking Trails, Parks, Waterfalls, Pavilions, Helipad, Outdoor Activity Ctr w/stage for live music. TRAVEL TIMES: CLT 1hr, Winston 1hr40min, Raleigh 2hrs45min. CENTRALLY LOCATED 35 min to Boone, West Jefferson & Wilkesboro. Close to BLUE RIDGE PKWY, ASU, shopping, dining, golf, wineries, breweries, mtn biking & skiing. 1,400 SF min. NO TINY HOMES or MOBILE HOMES. NO SELLER FINANCING. Seller is licensed NC Broker.

Lots 171 & 172B Blue Rock Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Contact:

$69,900
4400252 MLS
TWO BUILDING LOTS | HIKING TRAILS | MULTIPLE BUILDING SITE OPTIONS | EASY ACCESS | UNDERGROUND POWER | FIBER OPTIC | ATV/UTV FRIENDLY | COMMUNITY AMENITIES | Two great building lots in BUCK MOUNTAIN. Make your dream a reality! Build your mountain home here! Great long range view potential with some tree trimming. A level building site has been cleared on Lot 171 and a driveway is in place, complete with a gate. Easy access off Blue Rock Road. Underground electric and fiber optic is available. Lot 172B is located across the street from Lot 171, providing the option to build not one, but TWO mountain retreats. Unique opportunity to be close to family or friends. 3,400 acre Buck Mountain is the ONLY GATED ATV COMMUNITY in Wilkes County. Surround yourself with abundant wildlife and the soothing sounds of nature. Lot 171 is easy to explore with existing walking trails. Experience the feeling of being tucked in the woods with all the privacy and seclusion you’re seeking in the mountains! AMENITIES: ATV & Hiking Trails, Parks, Waterfalls, Pavilions, Helipad, Outdoor Activity Center w/stage for live music, community gatherings & more! Convenient location for a WEEKEND GETAWAY with these travel times to the Buck Mtn Gate: Charlotte 1hr, Winston 1hr 40min, Raleigh 2hrs 45min. CENTRALLY LOCATED - 35 min to Boone, West Jefferson and Wilkesboro. Close to BLUE RIDGE PKWY, ASU, shopping, dining, golf, wineries, breweries, mountain biking and skiing. 1,400 SF min. NO TINY HOMES. NO MOBILE HOMES. NO SELLER FINANCING. Seller is a licensed NC Broker.

TBD Blue Rock Road Unit #171 & 172B, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Theresa@JonGatewood.com
$260,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 1226116 MLS
Unique private, unrestricted mountain retreat on 5.34 acres with mountain views! This one-of-a-kind property features a 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home built around two shipping containers, offering solid construction and a truly unique design. Perfect as a vacation home, hunting retreat, or short-term rental. Enjoy the covered porch, fire pit, creek, rustic outbuilding with power, a crow's nest and viewing tower overlooking the property. The home also features a backup generator. All appliances convey. Conveniently located near Rendezvous Mountain State Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and only about 35 minutes from Boone. If you're looking for a private mountain getaway that's unlike anything else on the market, this property is a must-see.

2668 Reedy Branch Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Realty One Group Results. Contact:

$385,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 1225570 MLS
UNIQUE RUSTIC CHARMER w/ MILLION DOLLAR VIEWS! This 1 bed/1 bath one-of-a-kind mountain home with open concept living room, dining and kitchen area captivates. Mountain living here feels modern yet in tune with nature. Durable stained concrete floors and gorgeous Black Locust wall & beam accents draw you into the space. A decorative cozy gas stove in the dining/flex room as well as the petrified wood countertop in the kitchen make you want to linger. And long-range layered mountain views, expansive decking, and the hot tub beckon you to enjoy the outdoors. This home is built into a hill with 2 sides of the main level below grade. Above that is unfinished attic space. Boone, West Jefferson, Wilkesboro, and Blowing Rock are about a 30 minute drive for restaurants, shops, and recreational adventures. For added enjoyment of the property, consider finishing the attic-like space above the finished main level or consider adding on utilizing original house plans. Owners have the blue prints!

3086 Summit Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Howard Hanna Allen Tate - Winston Salem. Contact:

$35,000
1225803 MLS
4.9 acre lot in Patton Ridge gated community located outside the community of Purlear in Wilkes County, North Carolina. Possible cabin/custom home/weekend getaway. This wooded lot with leaf-off long range views also joins the community pond lot and has access to power. Well and septic are needed.

6 Laurel Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Shipley Co LLC. Contact:

$543,900
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 1225020 MLS
Long Range Views | Covered Porch | Fire Pit | Usable Yard | Storage Shed | Experience peaceful mountain living in this 2 bedroom cabin w/additional sleeping space. Surrounded by nature & long range mtn views in the gated Buck Mountain Community, this inviting retreat features hardwood floors, gas log fireplace, main level primary suite, loft bedroom w/half bath & finished basement bonus room w/full bath that can serve as a guest space, game room, or office. Fiber optic internet makes remote work easy while enjoying the tranquility of the mtns. Outside, you'll find a usable yard, flat parking, covered porch, patio wired for hot tub, fire pit & shed w/lean-to for ATVs & outdoor gear. Buck Mtn offers miles of ATV & hiking trails, waterfalls, parks, pavilions, community ctr, helipad & outdoor activity ctr. Conveniently located near Boone, West Jefferson, Wilkesboro, Blue Ridge Pkwy, Kerr Scott Lake, wineries, breweries, skiing & more! This cabin is an ideal mtn getaway or year round home.

1987 Buck Mountain Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Contact:

$543,900
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4394958 MLS
Long Range Views | Covered Porch | Fire Pit | Bonus Room | Usable Yard | Flat Parking | Storage Shed | ATV Community | Hiking Trails | Experience peaceful mountain living in the private setting of this 2 bedroom cabin with additional sleeping area. Located in the popular Buck Mountain Community, surrounded by nature and offering long range mountain views, this cozy cabin is the perfect escape for those seeking a mountain getaway. Inside, you'll find the warmth of hardwood floors, a gas log fireplace, and a main level primary suite. Upstairs is a spacious loft bedroom with half bath. Downstairs is a versatile basement bonus room with full bath. The basement could serve as an additional sleeping area, game room, or home office. With fiber optic internet, this cabin is ideal for remote workers who want the quiet of mountain living while remaining connected to the world. Travel is convenient with Charlotte just 1 hour away, Winston-Salem 1 hour 40 minutes, and Raleigh under 3 hours. Around the cabin you’ll find usable yard space, plenty of room for flat parking and easy turn around. Enjoy the mountain setting on the covered porch or patio. Make lasting memories around the backyard firepit. There is room to store your ATV and outdoor gear in the detached storage building with lean-to. This cabin offers the best of both worlds; cozy cabin living inside and an abundance of outdoor living spaces. Buck Mountain's 3,400 acre gated community is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and home to Wilkes County's only gated ATV community. Residents enjoy miles of ATV and hiking trails, waterfalls, parks, pavilions, a helipad, community center, and an outdoor activity center that hosts live music and community gatherings throughout the year. Centrally located just 35 minutes from Boone, West Jefferson, and Wilkesboro, you'll also be close to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Kerr Scott Lake, Appalachian State University, shopping, dining, wineries, breweries, golf, mountain biking, and skiing. Whether you're searching for a weekend getaway, seasonal retreat, or full-time mountain home, this cabin delivers the privacy, views, and lifestyle that make the North Carolina High Country so special. Check out the video tour. Concrete patio wired for hot tub.

1987 Buck Mountain Road, Purlear

Listing courtesy of Gatewood Group Real Estate. Theresa@JonGatewood.com
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