Handyman’s Dream on 2.27 Private Acres – Bring Your Vision! Unlock the hidden value in this 1743 sq. ft. wood-sided home, perfectly positioned on a generous 2.27-acre lot in the heart of Madison County. Built in 1997, this property is the definition of a "blank canvas"—ideal for an investor, DIY enthusiast, or anyone looking to build sweat equity in a high-demand mountain market.
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Price cut: $10K (5/1)
$279,000
987 West Rd, Hot Springs, NC 28743
3beds
1,743sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
2.27 Acres Lot
$271,600 Zestimate®
$160/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 44 days |
- 2,713 |
- 242 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listing Provided by:
Tina White tina.white@remax.net,
RE/MAX Executive
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4363967
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Basement
Bathroom full
- Level: Basement
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Basement
Dining area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
- Basement: Basement Garage Door
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,024
- Total interior livable area: 1,743 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,024
- Finished area below ground: 719
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 2.27 Acres
Details
- Additional parcels included: 8766097506
- Parcel number: 8766097679
- Zoning: R-A
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Wood
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Hot Springs
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $160/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $141,481
- Date on market: 4/1/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 44 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
$271,600
$258,000 - $285,000
$2,276/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/1/2026 | Price change | $279,000-3.5%$160/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4363967 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Price change | $289,000-3.3%$166/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4363967 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,000$172/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4363967 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $249,455 |
| 2024 | -- | $249,455 +76.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $141,481 |
| 2022 | -- | $141,481 |
| 2021 | -- | -- |
| 2020 | $764 | -- |
| 2019 | -- | $129,358 |
| 2018 | -- | -- |
| 2017 | -- | -- |
| 2016 | -- | -- |
| 2015 | -- | -- |
| 2014 | -- | $129,358 |
| 2013 | -- | $129,358 -2.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $132,900 |
| 2010 | -- | $132,900 |
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Monthly payment
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28743
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Hot Springs Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 6.1 mi
- 6/10Madison Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 7.6 mi
- 4/10Madison Early College High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 9.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Madison
- High: Madison
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
- Madison County
- Hot Springs
- 28743
- 987 West Rd
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