Simplicity. Vintage. This 1960s classic mountain cottage is all you need. Step back in time. Enjoy this peaceful and charming neighborhood in the heart of the village. Walk to Main Street. Traditional floor plan. Harwood floors. Two bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms with avocado green ceramic tiles. Grandfather Mountain stone fireplace. Toasty oil furnace. Air conditioned. Newer windows. Wood paneling. Honeywell thermostat. Newer windows and 2017 roof. Lovingly cared for by the same family for 3 generations. Furnished with a list of exclusions. Offered "As Is". Quaint cottages like this one do not come on the market often. Seller is kindly asking for highest and best by 5pm on Sunday, March 8th.
Under contract
$572,000
651 Chestnut Drive, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
2beds
1,171sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1963
9,583.2 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$488/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Grandfather mountain stone fireplaceHoneywell thermostatTraditional floor planNewer windowsAir conditionedTwo bedroomsToasty oil furnace
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 08, 2026 at 05:27pm
Listed by:
Virginia Powell 828-295-8485,
Blowing Rock Real Estate, LLC
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 260118
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
Features
- Furnished
- Windows: Casement Window(s), Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Screens
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Propane
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,308
- Total interior livable area: 1,171 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,171
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, Carport, Driveway
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Open
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Seasonal View, Southern Exposure
Lot
- Size: 9,583.2 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 2807955297000
- Zoning description: R1,Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1963
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Blowing Rock
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $488/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $320,600
- Annual tax amount: $2,301
- Date on market: 3/6/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/9/2026 | Contingent | $572,000$488/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #260118 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $572,000$488/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #260118 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,122 | $320,600 |
| 2023 | $1,122 +2.1% | $320,600 |
| 2022 | $1,100 -6.8% | $320,600 +17.5% |
| 2021 | $1,180 | $272,900 |
| 2020 | $1,180 | $272,900 |
| 2019 | -- | $272,900 |
| 2018 | -- | $272,900 |
| 2017 | $1,043 +11.7% | $272,900 +20.7% |
| 2013 | $934 | $226,100 |
| 2012 | -- | $226,100 |
| 2011 | -- | $226,100 |
| 2010 | -- | $226,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,959/mo
Principal & interest
$2764
Property taxes
$195
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28605
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Blowing Rock ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Watauga HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Blowing Rock
- 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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