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    • $550,000

    73 Walter Ridge Road, West Jefferson, NC 28694

    3beds
    2,440sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2002
    0.5 Acres Lot
    $528,200 Zestimate®
    $225/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Cozy fireplaceLight-filled sunroomLandscaped half-acre lotDual-zoned hvac systemEnhanced decking
    Where LOCATION meets COMFORT and mountain living feels effortless. Tucked just minutes from the heart of West Jefferson, this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers the perfect blend of peaceful surroundings and everyday convenience. Start your mornings with mountain views from the porch, and end your evenings unwinding on the landscaped half-acre lot. Whether you’re heading into town for dinner, exploring local shops, or enjoying nearby attractions, everything you love about the High Country is within easy reach. Inside, the home is designed for both relaxation and connection, featuring TWO spacious living areas—including one with a cozy fireplace—and a light-filled sunroom great for a home office, reading nook, or creative space. Thoughtful updates throughout add both style and peace of mind, including a dual-zoned HVAC system, enhanced decking, a radon mitigation system, and FULLY renovated primary and upstairs bathrooms. The kitchen has also been refreshed with a NEW microwave and dishwasher, making everyday living easy. Upstairs, all three bedrooms offer a sense of privacy and retreat, while the lower level provides a TWO- car garage with EV charger and additional storage for all your mountain lifestyle needs.Whether you’re looking for a full-time home, a weekend escape, or an income-producing property, this one offers flexibility with both short-term and long-term rentals allowed.Comfort, convenience, and the beauty of the mountains—this is the kind of place that just feels like home.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: April 01, 2026 at 07:49am

    Listed by:

    Sarah Lyons Berry 828-406-6185,

    IVESTER JACKSON HIGH COUNTRY LLC

    Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 260776MLS LogoOriginating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Ductless, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Other, See Remarks
      Cooling
      • Heat Pump, 1 Unit
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
      • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
      Features
      • Attic, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Pull Down Attic Stairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
      • Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
      • Basement: Partially Finished
      • Attic: Floored,Pull Down Stairs
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Gas, Stone
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,690
      • Total interior livable area: 2,440 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,440
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage, Two Car Garage, Paved, Shared Driveway
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Multiple, Open
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), Pasture, Southern Exposure
      Lot
      • Size: 0.5 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 19227126016
      • Zoning description: Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Contemporary,Mountain
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Masonry, Stone, Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 2002

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
      • Security: Radon Mitigation System
      • Subdivision: Lo-Wa Hills
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: West Jefferson

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $225/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $416,100
      • Annual tax amount: $3,578
      • Date on market: 4/1/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
      • Road surface type: Paved
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        Estimated market value

        $528,200

        $502,000 - $555,000

        $3,325/mo

        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        4/1/2026Listed for sale$550,000$225/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #260776 Report a problem
        1/1/2026Listing removed$550,000$225/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #255503 Report a problem
        10/30/2025Price change$550,000-4.3%$225/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #255503 Report a problem
        8/1/2025Price change$575,000-3.4%$236/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #255503 Report a problem
        6/2/2025Price change$595,000-6.3%$244/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #255503 Report a problem
        5/20/2025Listed for sale$635,000+51%$260/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #255503 Report a problem
        6/17/2022Sold$420,500+0.1%$172/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #237281 Report a problem
        5/21/2022Contingent$419,900$172/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #237281 Report a problem
        5/19/2022Listed for sale$419,900$172/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #237281 Report a problem
        5/12/2022Contingent$419,900$172/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #237281 Report a problem
        5/11/2022Listed for sale$419,900+68%$172/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #237281 Report a problem
        8/6/2018Sold$249,900$102/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #208558 Report a problem
        6/22/2018Listed for sale$249,900+16.2%$102/sqft
        Source: Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Blowing Rock #208558 Report a problem
        9/19/2017Sold$215,000$88/sqft
        Source: High Country AOR #201923 Report a problem
        8/11/2017Listed for sale$215,000$88/sqft
        Source: Michael Depalma Realty #201923 Report a problem
        6/30/2017Listing removed$215,000$88/sqft
        Source: Michael Depalma Realty #201923 Report a problem
        6/22/2017Price change$215,000-8.5%$88/sqft
        Source: Michael Depalma Realty #201923 Report a problem
        6/5/2017Price change$235,000-2%$96/sqft
        Source: Michael Depalma Realty #39207184 Report a problem
        5/24/2017Price change$239,900-2%$98/sqft
        Source: Michael Depalma Realty #39207184 Report a problem
        5/3/2017Price change$244,900-2%$100/sqft
        Source: Michael Depalma Realty #39207184 Report a problem
        3/23/2017Listed for sale$249,900+39.2%$102/sqft
        Source: MICHAEL DEPALMA REALTY #39207184 Report a problem
        8/11/2015Sold$179,500-23.6%$74/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/3/2007Sold$235,000+9.6%$96/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        2/28/2006Sold$214,500$88/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,831 $416,100
        2024$1,831 $416,100
        2023$1,831 +32.1%$416,100 +71.7%
        2022$1,386 $242,400
        2021$1,386 +13.3%$242,400
        2020$1,224 $242,400
        2019$1,224 +2%$242,400 +13.9%
        2018$1,199 +14.1%$212,800
        2016$1,051 +4.5%$212,800
        2015$1,006 $212,800 -2.8%
        2014$1,006 $219,000
        2013-- $219,000
        2012-- $219,000
        2011-- $219,000

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $2,950/mo
        Principal & interest
        $2716
        Property taxes
        $234
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: 28694

          Getting around

          19 / 100
          Car-Dependent
          9 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

          Nearby schools

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          Schools provided by the listing agent
          • Elementary: Westwood
          • High: Ashe County

          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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