Charming brick ranch nestled on a gentle hilltop, offering both privacy and convenience on approximately 1.47 acres. This well-maintained home features 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths on the main level, along with a convenient laundry area for easy one-level living. The attached 2-car garage provides ample storage and everyday practicality.
Downstairs, you’ll find additional space with a half bath—great for a workshop, recreation area, or future expansion with option to reconnect woodstove. Enjoy the peaceful, picturesque setting with room to relax and take in the surrounding beauty.
Ideally located just minutes from Sparta and nearby amenities, including the hospital, this property offers the perfect balance of quiet country living and in-town convenience.
Pending
$289,000
236 Walnut Ridge Road, Sparta, NC 28675
3beds
1,232sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1984
1.47 Acres Lot
$288,200 Zestimate®
$235/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming brick ranchConvenient laundry areaPeaceful picturesque setting
- 28 days |
- 862 |
- 41 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Malissa Gentry (336)372-1599,
Alleghany High Country Realty,
Jill Gambill 336-649-2182,
Alleghany High Country Realty
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 261162
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump, Kerosene
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Other, See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,464
- Total interior livable area: 1,232 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,232
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage, Paved, Private
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Multiple, Open
- Exterior features: Paved Driveway
Lot
- Size: 1.47 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 3081128593
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Masonry
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1984
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available, Septic Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Walnut Ridge
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Sparta
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $235/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $133,100
- Annual tax amount: $967
- Date on market: 4/14/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,New Loan,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$288,200
$274,000 - $303,000
$1,621/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/18/2026 | Pending sale | $289,000$235/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #261162 Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $289,000+131.2%$235/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #261162 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2017 | Sold | $125,000-3.8%$101/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #203962 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2017 | Listed for sale | $129,900$105/sqft |
Source: Boyer Realty & Auction Inc. #203962 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $933 | $133,100 |
| 2024 | $933 | $133,100 |
| 2023 | $933 | $133,100 |
| 2022 | $933 +2% | $133,100 |
| 2021 | $914 | $133,100 |
| 2020 | -- | $133,100 +9% |
| 2019 | -- | $122,100 |
| 2018 | $682 | $122,100 |
| 2017 | $682 | $122,100 |
| 2016 | $682 | $122,100 |
| 2015 | $682 | $122,100 +2.3% |
| 2014 | $682 | $119,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $119,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $119,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $119,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,554/mo
Principal & interest
$1409
Property taxes
$145
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28675
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Sparta ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 7/10Alleghany HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sparta
- High: Alleghany
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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- North Carolina
- Alleghany County
- Sparta
- 28675
- 236 Walnut Ridge Road
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