FIXER UPPER for SALE in the Helton Creek area of Lansing, NC! CASH ONLY - no mortgages. Needs a lot of work - it flooded with Hurricane Helene, washed out the right side of the foundation and approximately 1.5-2 feet of water entered the home. County Zoning office confirmed it can be repaired, no special regulations since it is NOT located in the 100 year flood plain. Built around 1890, over 3,000 sq feet, has a well and septic. Metal roof installed around 6 years ago per previous owner. Approximately .75 acre lot. Great location - Helton Creek across the street, stocked with trout, walk to the convenience store & grill within seconds, playground/community center next door, & great access to 194 N. Being sold AS-IS. NO TRESPASSING - contact listing agent to schedule viewing. Listing agent is owner/seller.
Active
Price cut: $5K (1/28)
$89,500
166 Old Helton School Rd, Lansing, NC 28643
6beds
2,896sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
0.75 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$31/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 47 days |
- 2,654 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 28, 2026 at 11:52am
Listing Provided by:
Steven Howell steven@nicheproperties.com,
Niche Properties LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4333669
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bedroom s
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- None
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: None
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Attic Other
- Flooring: Wood
- Has basement: No
- Attic: Other
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,896
- Total interior livable area: 2,896 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,896
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: None, Creek
Lot
- Size: 0.75 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 06207061
- Zoning: R
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Other
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Pillar/Post/Pier, Other - See Remarks
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Lansing
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $31/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $45,200
- Annual tax amount: $237
- Date on market: 1/7/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 48 days
- Listing terms: Cash
- Road surface type: Dirt, Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,916/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/28/2026 | Price change | $89,500-5.3%$31/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4333669 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $94,500+329.5%$33/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4333669 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2015 | Sold | $22,000+46.7%$8/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #39155863 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2015 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Auction.com Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2015 | Listed for sale | $15,000-82.6%$5/sqft |
Source: Auction.com Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2014 | Sold | $85,966+7.5%$30/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2010 | Sold | $80,000$28/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $237 -40.4% | $45,200 -42.7% |
| 2024 | $398 | $78,900 |
| 2023 | $398 -24.5% | $78,900 +19.4% |
| 2022 | $527 | $66,100 |
| 2021 | $527 +9.2% | $66,100 |
| 2020 | $482 | $66,100 |
| 2019 | $482 +2% | $66,100 -5.6% |
| 2018 | $473 +0.1% | $70,000 |
| 2016 | $472 -2.5% | $70,000 |
| 2015 | $484 | $70,000 -15.9% |
| 2014 | $484 | $83,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $83,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $83,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $83,200 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$500/mo
Principal & interest
$462
Property taxes
$38
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28643
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Blue Ridge ElementaryGrades: K-6Distance: 6.8 mi
- 10/10Ashe County MiddleGrades: 7-8Distance: 6.3 mi
- 3/10Ashe County HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 11.3 mi
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