488 Cad Campbell Road is set on 20.8 unrestricted acres. This property offers a rare mix of natural beauty and usability—featuring open meadows, pasture areas, and untouched woods, all tucked into a scenic mountain valley with only one neighboring property in sight. Accessed by a well-maintained gravel road, the setting feels private and peaceful, yet far from isolated.
For those seeking a more self-sufficient lifestyle, this property delivers. With mountain spring water servicing the home—and even a gravity-fed spigot in the event of a power outage—off-grid capability could become a reality with a few more adjustments.
The fully renovated kitchen features new cabinetry, appliances, and lighting. A separate laundry room includes a new washer and dryer. The home is heated with a wood stove and propane wall heater. There are two mini splits on site that just need to be installed. Additional updates include double-pane windows and new flooring throughout.
The main level offers two bedrooms and a refinished bathroom.Upstairs, a flexible third space provides the perfect opportunity for an additional living area, office, or studio—framed by windows that capture both front and back views of the property.
The property also features excellent foraging, abundant wildlife, a small cellar for storage, a cinderblock outbuilding, and a large barn with previous electric and water access—ready to be brought back to life with a little vision. A beautiful stream divides the property from the neighboring owner that you have access to as well!
All of this, just under 4 minutes to Dollar General, approximately 30 minutes to Burnsville or Spruce Pine, and 35 minutes to Johnson City—offering the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. Offered as-is, this property is move-in ready for comfortable living today, while still leaving room for you to make it entirely your own. No Drivebys! Showings by appointment only!
Active
$375,000
488 Cad Campbell Rd, Cad, NC 28705
2beds
1,000sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
20.8 Acres Lot
$369,200 Zestimate®
$375/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listing Provided by:
Kelly Pittman Jones kelly@properrealty.net,
Proper Realty LLC
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4370860
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Heating
- Propane, Wood Stove
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Utility Room
Features
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,000
- Total interior livable area: 1,000 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,000
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 20.8 Acres
Details
- Additional parcels included: 0857-00-80-3392, 0857-00-80-6710
- Parcel number: 085700803794
- Zoning: n/a
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Spring
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: none
Location
- Region: Cad
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $375/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $223,400
- Annual tax amount: $845
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 5 days
- Road surface type: Dirt, Gravel
Estimated market value
$369,200
$351,000 - $388,000
$1,659/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000$375/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $845 +1.6% | $132,000 |
| 2024 | $832 | $132,000 |
| 2023 | $832 | $132,000 |
| 2022 | $832 +106.4% | $132,000 +112.9% |
| 2021 | $403 | $62,000 |
| 2020 | $403 | $62,000 |
| 2019 | $403 | $62,000 |
| 2018 | $403 +2.8% | $62,000 +2.8% |
| 2017 | $392 +8.3% | $60,300 |
| 2016 | $362 +883.7% | $60,300 -1.6% |
| 2015 | $37 -90% | $61,300 |
| 2014 | $368 +4.8% | $61,300 -19.7% |
| 2013 | $351 | $76,300 |
| 2012 | $351 | $76,300 |
| 2011 | $351 | $76,300 |
| 2010 | -- | $76,300 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$1,956/mo
Principal & interest
$1800
Property taxes
$156
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28705
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Gouge ElementaryGrades: K-4Distance: 6.4 mi
- 5/10Bowman MiddleGrades: 5-8Distance: 6.5 mi
- 3/10Mitchell HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Mitchell
- Middle: Mitchell
- High: Mitchell
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. 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
- Mitchell County
- Bakersville
- 28705
- 488 Cad Campbell Rd






