Don't let the advertised square footage fool you, the upstairs has over 1,000 square feet just under 7' with 3 bedrooms, den, bonus room, and full bath! Main level is bright and airy with an open living and dining area with laminate floors accented by a beautiful wood stove. One level living is possible with a bed and bath on the main with the kitchen, dining, and laundry conveniently located. Enjoy the privacy and cool mountain breezes from the covered front porch as you begin and end your day nestled in a hollow in the lovely Cove Creek community. In the past, portions of the nearly 10 acres were used to raise crops and gardens, and with a little work these areas could be reclaimed to make an ideal mini-farm. Unrestricted acreage with state road frontage means that you can easily add another home site and further utilize the property. Detached two car carport provides ample parking or workshop space, with several other outbuildings ready to be utilized as you need. All of this located an easy 15 minute drive from Boone and all of its amenities but situated to shield you from the hustle and bustle when you get home. Upstairs appears to have original hardwoods throughout, just begging to be brought back to their splendor. Come and explore one of the most well-kept homes that you will find in this area, with enough acreage to explore, farm, or dream. Book your appointment today!
Sold for $320,000
$320,000
500 Henson Branch Road, Vilas, NC 28692
4beds
878sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
9.9 Acres Lot
$319,000 Zestimate®
$364/sqft
$2,025 Estimated rent
Home value
$319,000
$290,000 - $351,000
$2,025/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 25, 2025 at 11:54am
Listed by:
Joel Farthing 828-773-3384,
Boone Real Estate
Bought with:
Paige Pennington, 353607
Keller Williams High Country
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 257588
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Attic, See Remarks
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Finished,Other,See Remarks
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 816
- Total interior livable area: 878 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 878
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Gravel, Private
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Out Building(s), Gravel Driveway
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Creek
Lot
- Size: 9.90 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 1983045051000
- Horse amenities: Horses Allowed
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Permit 4 Bedroom
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Community & neighborhood
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
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | Sold | $320,000-3%$364/sqft |
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| 10/21/2025 | Contingent | $329,900$376/sqft |
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| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $329,900-5.6%$376/sqft |
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| 8/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $349,500+13880%$398/sqft |
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| 8/7/2024 | Sold | $2,500$3/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $582 | $210,300 |
| 2023 | $582 -39.5% | $210,300 |
| 2022 | $962 +42.6% | $210,300 +60.3% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28692
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Cove Creek ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 8/10Watauga HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cove Creek
- 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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