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Newest Watauga County Homes under $750,000

$565,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4431150 MLS

Cozy Boone retreat with incredible views of Howard’s Knob and complete privacy! Welcome to 1056 Old Hampton Road, a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering approximately 1,754 square feet on 0.53 acres. Tucked away in a peaceful setting, this property offers a rare combination of comfort, mountain views, and complete privacy on all sides. Inside, you'll find a cozy atmosphere that makes this home an inviting place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the High Country. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or mountain retreat, the comfortable layout offers plenty of opportunity to make the space your own. One of the property's standout features is the amazing view of Howard’s Knob. Step outside onto the new deck and enjoy your morning coffee, entertain guests, or simply take in the surrounding scenery. The hot tub creates the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the peaceful mountain setting throughout the year. The property also features an attached carport addition, providing convenient covered parking and additional functionality. With complete privacy on all sides, you'll enjoy a peaceful and secluded setting while remaining conveniently located near Boone, local restaurants, shopping, outdoor recreation, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, providing easy access to some of the most scenic landscapes and recreational opportunities in the High Country. At $565,000, 1056 Old Hampton Road offers an opportunity to enjoy the privacy, views, and relaxed mountain lifestyle that make Boone such a desirable place to call home. Don't miss the opportunity to experience this property in person. Schedule your showing today and come see the incredible Howard’s Knob views, explore the complete privacy, and discover the cozy mountain setting of 1056 Old Hampton Road.

1056 Old Hampton Road, Boone

Listing courtesy of Nestlewood Realty LLC. 717-320-6099

$675,000

1 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4425404 MLS

Escape to the mountains at 119 Loggers Trail, a distinctive Blowing Rock retreat being sold fully furnished and completely turnkey. Offering beautiful mountain scenery, a peaceful wooded setting and an impressive proven short-term rental history, this property is ready for its next owner to enjoy personally, continue operating as a rental, or both. Built in 2017 in Cross Creek Farm, the home blends modern mountain style with warm, inviting architectural details. Soaring tongue-and-groove wood ceilings, abundant windows and a unique freestanding cone-style fireplace anchor the open living area, while the adjoining kitchen features granite countertops, contemporary cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, a gas range and rustic wood island. Designed perfectly for a romantic mountain getaway, the spacious bedroom and stylish bath provide a comfortable retreat after a day exploring the High Country. Step outside to the covered rear porch to relax, take in the surrounding mountain scenery and enjoy beautiful sunset views. The lower level adds a laundry area, half bath and dedicated workshop, along with additional unfinished space offering intriguing potential for future expansion into additional living, recreation or guest space. An outdoor storage shed provides even more room for bikes, skis, hiking gear and all the essentials for enjoying mountain life. One of the property's biggest advantages is its location tucked away in desirable Cross Creek Farm, known for its picturesque pond and waterfall entrance, yet just off the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway and close to downtown Blowing Rock & Boone, hiking, Tweetsie Railroad, skiing, dining, shopping and many of the High Country's most popular attractions, while still offering the privacy and feel of a peaceful mountain escape. The property also boasts an established rental history with repeat guests and direct bookings outside Airbnb, with additional opportunity to build upon its already strong performance through increased exposure, and additional bookings. Being offered fully furnished and turnkey makes this an especially appealing opportunity for a buyer looking to step into an established mountain rental without having to start from scratch. Whether you're searching for a personal mountain escape, a proven income-producing property or the best of both, 119 Loggers Trail offers a compelling combination of mountain character, location, views, outdoor living and rental potential. View the 3D tour here: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=ik9tkQEKBJE&mls=1

119 Loggers Trail, Blowing Rock

Listing courtesy of Z1 Realty. Mark@Z1Realty.com

$407,000

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4429753 MLS

Welcome to this charming house located at 102 Cricket Way in the scenic Beech Mountain, NC. This delightful residence accords a cozy and inviting atmosphere with its 1500 square feet of living space. Featuring two spacious bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, this home provides ample space for comfortable living. The property is set on a 0.16-acre lot, offering a superb balance of indoor and outdoor enjoyment. The open layout creates a seamless flow throughout the home, making it appropriate for both everyday living and entertaining. Sitting right next to incredible skiing, this house provides a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of Beech Mountain.

102 Cricket Way, Beech Mountain

Listing courtesy of Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC. 804-656-5007

$550,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4429650 MLS

Westerly-facing home with LONG-RANGE LAYERED VIEWS & Sunset Skies! Enjoy expansive, layered mountain views and phenomenal sunsets from this west-facing partially furnished, 3-BR, 2-BA home in the low-density Camelot community. An additional 1.8+ acre lot is included in the sale, creating an opportunity to enjoy added privacy, expand your property, or potentially build a detached garage. The main level features the living area oriented toward the views, along with the dining area, kitchen w/wine fridge, separate laundry room, full bath and one bedroom. Please note the fireplace gas logs were not used by owners or connected to a fuel source. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms and a full bath, with the view-side bedroom being used by the owners as their primary. The gently sloping front yard makes lawn maintenance easier and a concrete pad in the side yard is ready for the addition of a fire-pit, hot tub or patio furniture. Recent improvements include foundation work completed by TBS/Groundworks, with engineering reports and permits available, a zoned HVAC system replaced in 2026, a new metal roof in 2018, exterior staining in 2026, and numerous other maintenance items and improvements completed during the sellers’ ownership. Convenient, unfinished half-basement gives you more storage options. Whether you're looking for a first home, second home or a vacation rental, this property offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the High Country lifestyle and its proximity to the White Crow Wedding and Event Venue may provide additional rental opportunities. Centrally located just 5 miles from both Banner Elk and Valle Crucis, you'll have easy access to local festivals, parks, dining and outdoor recreation. Ski nearby at Sugar and Beech Mountains, or explore Grandfather Mountain, Linville Falls and the many other attractions throughout the High Country.

190 Camelot Drive, Banner Elk

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams High Country. samsellsboone@kw.com

$464,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4428654 MLS

Enjoy easy access, one level living and a convenient location from this well maintained, energy efficient, 3BR/2BA, 1920sq.ft. Brick ranch home on 1.69 acres with full unfinished basement which includes a 2-car garage. Main level of home offers one-level living with spacious kitchen and dining area along with living room, den, laundry room, primary bedroom with ensuite bath, 2 guest bedrooms and guest bath. The full unfinished basement offers a 2-car garage, bonus room for office or home gym, workshop area with 220v power, and a flue hookup for wood stove/furnace. Home offers central heat/air, gas log fireplace, wood floors, fiber optic services and desirable storage space with multiple closets and full unfinished basement. Exterior of home offers a low maintenance brick/vinyl exterior with covered back deck, manicured lawn and mature landscaping along with paved driveway. Located less than 10 minutes to downtown Boone/AppState and within close proximity to many nearby High-Country attractions!

6762 Us Highway 421 N Highway, Vilas

Listing courtesy of A PLUS Realty. jason@aplusrealtync.com

$550,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4393048 MLS

In the Heart of Blowing Rock, this 3 BR/2 BA Mountain condo is just a short walk to the unique Mountain Town of Blowing Rock featuring downtown area with shops and restaurants! It is also close to area attractions such as Tweetsie Railroad, The Blowing Rock, and Appalachian Ski Mountain. This Mountain home features a Lovely Covered Front Porch, a Light and Airy Living room area featuring a brick fireplace with gas logs. A Spacious Kitchen featuring Cypress cabinetry with modern appliances and a convenient washer/dryer. Best of all Village Green is a PET FRIENDLY community! No short term rentals in downtown Blowing Rock.

202 Village Green Road, Blowing Rock

Listing courtesy of De Camara Properties Inc. matt@decamara.com

$675,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4425596 MLS

Downtown Boone living with space, flexibility, and a rare amount of parking. This 4-bedroom, 3-bath home sits on approximately three-quarters of an acre less than half a mile from downtown Boone and under a mile from Appalachian State University, with King Street shops and restaurants in a walkable location. The home offers multiple entrances, two kitchens, and two laundry areas, creating a versatile layout with options for extended family, guests, or separate living spaces. The lower-level features one bedroom, a full bath, kitchen, and its own laundry/utility closet. It has a separate exterior entrance while also connecting internally to the main level. The main floor includes a larger kitchen, laundry room, full bath, bedroom, spacious living room, and dining area. Large windows bring in abundant natural light, while a sliding glass door opens to the recently updated deck. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms and a third full bath that connect to the main floor. Outside, the property offers a large, flat parking area, multiple access points to the home, and a fenced yard area for dogs. There is no HOA. Recent updates include HVAC and water heater replacement in 2022/2023, refrigerator and range from 2022, along with flooring replacement and interior painting in 2022. Home is connected to town water and sewer. The flexible floor plan creates several possibilities, including using the lower level as a separate living area or occupying the upper portion of the home while renting the lower level. Long-term rentals are permitted. Property is zoned R1 and cannot be rented by the bedroom. Buyers should verify intended use with the Town of Boone.

502 Queen Street, Boone

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams High Country. vandi.montero@gmail.com

$239,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4424687 MLS

Investor Special — Full Renovation Opportunity with Short-Term Rental Potential! Discover the potential of this 3-bedroom, 2-bath manufactured home offers approximately 1,248 square feet of living space on a scenic 0.83-acre lot. Built in 1999, the property is ready for renovation and presents an excellent value-add opportunity for an investor, builder, or buyer looking to create a mountain getaway. Enjoy the desirable Boone-area location, peaceful private setting, mountain views, and off-street parking. With the right vision and renovation, this property could be transformed into an attractive vacation retreat, second home, or long-term rental. The Boone/High Country area offers year-round appeal with skiing, hiking, fall foliage, Appalachian State University events, outdoor recreation, and mountain tourism. Bring your contractor and imagination! This is a true renovation opportunity for buyers looking to unlock the potential of the property, land, and location. Buyer to verify zoning, permitted uses, short-term rental requirements, septic capacity, and all other information important to buyer.

2294 Shulls Mill Road, Boone

Listing courtesy of Dalton Wade, Inc.. nadiakernytska@yahoo.com

$499,000

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4419824 MLS

BIG PRICE REDUCTION! Amazing mountain home between Blowing Rock and Boone off Niley Cook Road! Move in ready 3 BR, 1.5 BA home with separate full guest apartment suite with living room, kitchen, laundry, bonus room with connecting full bath. Guest suite has its own entry - no interior stairs to connect to main level - good for privacy. Total room count is 3 BR plus Bonus Room, 2.5 BA, two kitchens, two laundry areas, two living rooms. Home has two electric meters, two replacement water heaters, two different heating systems so the usage can be separated logically. Blowing Rock school district. 5 miles to Blowing Rock and 4 miles to center of the university. Seasonal mountain views in wooded setting. Close to university and ski slopes. Listen to nostalgic sounds of Tweetsie train whistle from across the ridges. The new owner will benefit from the home being updated and very well maintained by meticulous second home owner for over 15 years. Interior and exterior look great and feel sturdy! Main level and second story have 3 BR, 1.5 BA, kitchen, living, dining, laundry. Basement guest apartment with separate outside entry has kitchen, laundry, living, dining, full sleeping room, full bath. Use all levels for your family and friends OR Live in one and rent the other either as vacation rental or long term tenant. RAVE reviews on Airbnb for years! Centrally located to App State football and all other sports and cultural activities, ski slopes, golf, bike and hike trails, county recreation center with pool, excellent medical center, lots of restaurants and shopping, scenic driving on Blue Ridge Parkway. Owner had some new flooring installed, some deck boards replaced, updated painting, installed mini-split and two heat pumps, replaced two water heaters, new sliding glass doors installed, engineered reinforcement helical piers to foundation, deck painted, vapor barrier installed, driveway and retaining walls expanded and reinforced. Low traffic setting near the end of the street. Gutter guards and downspouts with extensions, French drain channel rain water away from house foundation PLUS conditioned crawl space at guest suite level to keep humidity low - a crucial component for correct mountain home maintenance. Home is offered partially furnished to include three bedrooms of furniture, dining table and chairs. Seller has removed the furniture and decor they are keeping - some furnished photos are for staging purposes. 3 BR septic permit - septic pumped in 2022. BEST Advice - buy in an area where the other homes are much higher priced - Average List Price of all Blowing Rock homes is $1.6 million!

188 Forest Lane, Blowing Rock

Listing courtesy of Lyons Construction and Realty, Inc.. robbie.sharrett@gmail.com

$399,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4419611 MLS

Perched at approximately 4,550 feet in elevation, this beautifully updated Beech Mountain chalet combines classic mountain character with an extensive list of recent improvements. Tucked into the peaceful Charter Hills neighborhood, the three-bedroom, two-bath home offers a cozy mountain setting with many of the major systems and finishes already updated—making it an inviting option for a full- time residence, vacation getaway, or investment property. Inside, the home retains the warmth and charm of a classic mountain chalet while benefiting from thoughtful renovations throughout. The striking stone wood-burning fireplace and cathedral ceiling create a welcoming centerpiece for the living area, while new LVP flooring and baseboards, fresh interior paint, new window shades, and new furniture give the home a refreshed and comfortable feel. Both bathrooms have been renovated with new tile, flooring, lighting, and mirrors. The kitchen has also received a fresh update with newly painted cabinetry, new granite countertops, and new refrigerator, stove, and microwave. Beyond the cosmetic improvements, significant work has been completed to the home's major systems, including new plumbing and water heater, extensive new electrical wiring inside and out, new wiring from the utility pole to the home, a new service meter, and updated interior and exterior electrical panels. New baseboard electric heaters have been installed in every room, along with a Mysa remote thermostat system for convenient temperature control. Additional improvements include rebuilding the chimney and chimney cap, repairing cracks in the mortar, and deep cleaning the chimney stone to remove years of soot and staining. The exterior has been freshly painted, the front and rear porches have been newly stained, and exterior lighting has been upgraded. Ring cameras have also been added throughout the property, along with three new TVs. Outside, the deck and porches provide plenty of room to enjoy Beech Mountain's cool temperatures and wooded surroundings, while a seasonal creek along the property adds to the peaceful mountain atmosphere. With extensive improvements already completed, this home offers the character of an established Beech Mountain chalet without a list of needed projects, and the location makes it easy to enjoy everything Beech Mountain has to offer throughout the seasons. Pond Creek Trail is just a short walk away, while skiing and snowboarding at Beech Mountain Resort, hiking and mountain biking on the Emerald Outback trails, fishing, golf, tennis, and the many restaurants and activities around Beech Mountain are all within convenient reach. Beech Mountain Club membership eligibility provides the opportunity for even more recreational amenities.

242 Charter Hills Road, Beech Mountain

Listing courtesy of Page Sauder Properties. sauderpage@yahoo.com

$299,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4418442 MLS

Set in the scenic mountain community of Todd, this inviting home offers a peaceful setting along with thoughtful recent improvements that make it comfortable and easy to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, mountain retreat, or High Country getaway, the property offers a great combination of indoor comfort and outdoor living. Recent improvements include a new Trane heat pump providing central heating and air conditioning, along with professional crawlspace encapsulation featuring a crawlspace liner and AquaStop dehumidifier. An 8x8 storage shed adds convenient space for tools, outdoor gear, and seasonal items. The interior has also been freshly painted, while the expanded yard creates even more room to enjoy the outdoors with a dedicated fire pit and picnic area. Inside, the home features a comfortable and functional layout with three bedrooms and two full baths. Step outside to the front porch or gather around the fire pit and picnic area, where there's plenty of space to relax, entertain, and take in the cool mountain air and peaceful surroundings. The Todd location is another highlight, offering the laid-back feel of a small mountain community while still being within convenient reach of Boone and West Jefferson. Known for its beautiful scenery and access to the New River, the area offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, including kayaking, tubing, fishing, biking, and more. It's an inviting mountain property with meaningful updates already in place and all the charm of the High Country just outside your door.

8807 Nc Hwy 194 N None, Todd

Listing courtesy of Page Sauder Properties. sauderpage@yahoo.com

$625,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4417361 MLS

Sensational full-time home or investment property! Mountain Views, Highly-Desirable Neighborhood, with short- and long-term rentals permitted! Welcome to this wonderful two-bedroom, two-bathroom home in the highly desirable neighborhood of Laurel Hill. This cute cottage offers the perfect blend of mountain living, investment potential, and convenience. The floor plan is thoughtfully designed to take advantage of the awe-inspiring Grandfather Mountain view, with a spacious front porch (complete with swing,) and a large deck overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains. The first-level includes a large family room complete with a flat screen television and a wet bar for entertaining. The second-level living room includes a wood-burning fireplace adding character and providing a cozy ambiance on those cold winter nights, plus the primary bedroom and updated bathroom. Whether you're searching for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or investment property, this home offers exceptional flexibility. Short-term and long-term rentals are permitted, and the property has an impressive rental history, generating $34,560 in annual rental income under a long-term lease in each of the past three years. Recent improvements include new bathroom vanities and ceramic tile flooring. The bonus room (used as an additional bedroom) features a convenient built-in desk for working from home or studying. The detached two-car garage provides ample parking and storage. Enjoy easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Tweetsie Railroad, Appalachian State University, and all of the charming mountain communities of the High Country of North Carolina. With mountain views, rental income potential, desirable amenities, and an outstanding location, this property is an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of the High Country.

188 Laurel Hill Drive Unit #5, Boone

Listing courtesy of Keller Williams High Country. irenesawyer@kw.com

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