Gorgeous 1903 Farm House located on 3.292 ac+/- that was built for a well known Farmer, Frank Osborn. It was touted as the most modern in Alleghany County at the time. Enjoy the Mountain Views of Virginia and the Pastoral Views of NC. This Home has Clear American Wood Chestnut Walls & Ceilings, Oak Floors, Interior Transom Windows, multiple exterior Windows to capture the Views, 3/4 Wrap around porch, 19th. Century Rogeat double ended French Bath, English Auga Cooker,. Home was renovated in 2011. Includes: Cedar siding with Wall insulation and Vapor Barrier, Rewired, Metal Roof, Water Filter System, Dual HVAC and much more. Home is currently being used as a 3 Bedroom/ 2 Bath Home. Potential for 4 BR's. There's a nice Storage building with concrete floor and Electric and a Brick Silo that could be converted into living space. A small stream runs the length of the property and there is a nice perimeter split rail fence. This is One of a Kind!
Sold for $375,000 on 11/20/23
$375,000
26 Fox Knob Road, Sparta, NC 28675
4beds
3,268sqft
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1903
3.29 Acres Lot
$416,700 Zestimate®
$115/sqft
$2,029 Estimated rent
Home value
$416,700
$371,000 - $463,000
$2,029/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 20, 2023 at 02:05pm
Listed by:
SHIRLEY RICHARDSON 336-372-5773,
Foxfire Realty
Bought with:
SHIRLEY RICHARDSON, 194864
Foxfire Realty
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 246356
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
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, 2 Units
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Attic, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Window Treatments
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Floored,Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Masonry, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,268
- Total interior livable area: 3,268 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,268
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel, No Garage, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Horse Facilities, Out Building(s), Gravel Driveway
- Fencing: Perimeter
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Pasture
- Waterfront features: Creek, Stream
Lot
- Size: 3.29 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 3052159669
- Zoning description: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Wood Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1903
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available, Septic Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Gated
Location
- Region: Sparta
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2023 | Sold | $375,000$115/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #246356 | ||
| 10/16/2023 | Pending sale | $375,000+50.6%$115/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #246356 | ||
| 10/29/2019 | Listing removed | $249,000$76/sqft |
Source: United Country-Foxfire Realty #215570 | ||
| 10/15/2019 | Listed for sale | $249,000$76/sqft |
Source: United Country-Foxfire Realty #215570 | ||
| 9/28/2019 | Pending sale | $249,000$76/sqft |
Source: United Country-Foxfire Realty #215570 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,513 +0.8% | $225,600 +0.8% |
| 2024 | $1,501 +28.7% | $223,800 +31.3% |
| 2023 | $1,166 +0.2% | $170,400 +0.2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28675
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Sparta ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 5.1 mi
- 7/10Alleghany HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: PineyCreek
- 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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