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Sold for $850,000 on 02/21/25
  • $850,000

    500 Frank Wilson Road, Vilas, NC 28692

    2beds
    951sqft
    Farm, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    72.48 Acres Lot
    $936,300 Zestimate®
    $894/sqft
    $1,812 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $936,300

    $768,000 - $1.13M

    $1,812/mo

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    What's special

    Million dollar views with a charming updated cottage included!! This property features some of the most breathtaking 360 degree views in the high country, with peak elevations just under 4,000 ft. Immaculately maintained farm features approximately 30 acres of fenced pasture and 32 acres of mature hardwoods. Property includes a beautifully updated home built in 1940 and the original farmhouse constructed in 1872 that is just waiting to be restored to its original splendor. Multiple outbuildings including a massive barn with stalls, tack room, living area, and work shop in place. Chicken coup with raised beds for fresh veggies in the summer. Multiple trails and numerous fenced pastures make this a horse lovers dream! 4 springs on the property with several pastures for hay production. Shed houses farm equipment and has plenty of room for hay storage. Small apple orchard on property. Privately situated a half mile from paved access, property is convenient to Boone and everything else in the high country. Upstairs ceiling height is less than 7' so though not counted in square footage the home does have two additional rooms upstairs and a 3 BR septic permit. Recent improvements to home include a new master bath with double vanity, custom tile shower with two heads, and towel warmer. New paint, fixtures, gutters, pex plumbing, updated electrical, radon mitigation, water softener and filtration system, 5 mini splits, tankless gas water heater, new LG appliances, 2 bidets with heated toilet seats. Smart home can be contraolled by Google. Barn had an apartment added with a large room with adjacent bath for guests, as well as lines run for water, power, and data. Don't miss one of the most beautiful farms in the High Country, come and explore today and make this yours!

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: February 21, 2025 at 10:47am

    Listed by:

    Joel Farthing 828-773-3384,

    Boone Real Estate

    Bought with:

    NONMLS MEMBER, 800273

    NONMLS

    Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 252577MLS LogoOriginating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Ductless
    Cooling
    • Ductless, 3+ Units
    Appliances
    • Included: Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, In Basement
    Features
    • Attic
    • Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
    • Attic: Finished,Walk-up
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,372
    • Total interior livable area: 951 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 951
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Driveway, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Gravel, Private
    • Garage spaces: 1
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Covered
    • Exterior features: Fence, Horse Facilities, Out Building(s), Storage, Gravel Driveway
    • Fencing: Partial
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), Pasture, Trees/Woods
    • Waterfront features: Creek, Pond, Stream
    Lot
    • Size: 72.48 Acres
    Details
    • Additional structures: Barn(s), Living Quarters, Outbuilding
    • Parcel number: 1974180587000
    • Horse amenities: Horses Allowed

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cottage,Farmhouse,Mountain
    • Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding, Wood Frame
    • Foundation: Basement
    • Roof: Metal
    Condition
    • Year built: 1940

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Permit 3 Bedroom
    • Water: Private, Well
    • Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Radon Mitigation System
    Community
    • Community features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
    Location
    • Region: Vilas
    • Subdivision: None

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
    • Road surface type: Gravel

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/21/2025Sold$850,000-14.6%$894/sqft
    Source: High Country AOR #252577 Report a problem
    1/24/2025Contingent$995,000$1,046/sqft
    Source: High Country AOR #252577 Report a problem
    1/3/2025Price change$995,000-9.5%$1,046/sqft
    Source: High Country AOR #252577 Report a problem
    11/14/2024Listed for sale$1,100,000+106%$1,157/sqft
    Source: High Country AOR #252577 Report a problem
    8/18/2020Sold$534,000-1.1%$562/sqft
    Source: High Country AOR #39206703 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$1,062 +16%$651,000 +1%
    2023$915 +2.6%$644,300
    2022$893 +40%$644,300 +44.5%

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    Neighborhood: 28692

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Bethel
    • 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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