Nestled in the heart of Valle Crucis, this beautifully renovated 1920s farmhouse sits beside a peaceful, flowing stream and blends vintage charm with modern comfort. Inside, you'll find painted wood floors, an updated kitchen and primary bathroom, and spacious bedrooms filled with natural light. The home also features updated plumbing and electrical systems, along with a zoned heat pump that provides central heating and air for year-round comfort. Step outside and enjoy all that Valle Crucis offers—from the iconic Mast General Store and Friday afternoon concerts at Valle Crucis Park, to the Watauga River, for fly fishing and floating, and the nearby Mast Farm Inn. If you’re seeking peace, quiet, and the authentic feel of mountain life, this home delivers. Please excuse the mess—NC DOT is currently widening and paving Justus Road to enhance access to this charming retreat. Professional measurements & floor plan on the way. Home is registered on the National Clandestine Laboratory Register.
If you looked at this one before, take a 2nd look. New fixtures, paint, and much more! Located in the Heart of Valle Crucis you'll find this 1920's farmhouse. Flowing stream, wood floors, updated kitchen, stainless appliances, large bedrooms, & covered & open decking to take it all in. NC DOT stated to widen and pave Justus Rd. Come check out all that the Valle has to offer, Mast General Store, Valle Crucis Park with music on Friday afternoons, Watauga River with some excellent fly fishing and floating, Over Yonder, Mast Farm Inn, and some good ole Peace and Quiet. Additional 1 ace lot available for $19,500. Could be an additional home site, used to pasture animals, or farming / large garden area.
Public Records
Feb 28, 2006
Sold
$285,000
$189/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,121 (+1.1%)
$26,800 + $246,500
$273,300
2024
$1,109
$26,800 + $246,500
$273,300
2023
$1,109 (+2.1%)
$26,800 + $246,500
$273,300
2022
$1,086 (+9.2%)
$26,800 + $246,500
$273,300
2021
$994 (+10.2%)
$47,000 + $154,800
$201,800
2020
$902
$47,000 + $154,800
$201,800
2019
$902 (+11.2%)
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
2018
$811
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
2017
$811 (+9.9%)
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
2016
$738
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
2015
$738
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
2014
$738
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
Tax history for 1001 Justus Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,121 (+1.1%)
$26,800 + $246,500
$273,300
2024
$1,109
$26,800 + $246,500
$273,300
2023
$1,109 (+2.1%)
$26,800 + $246,500
$273,300
2022
$1,086 (+9.2%)
$26,800 + $246,500
$273,300
2021
$994 (+10.2%)
$47,000 + $154,800
$201,800
2020
$902
$47,000 + $154,800
$201,800
2019
$902 (+11.2%)
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
2018
$811
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
2017
$811 (+9.9%)
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
2016
$738
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
2015
$738
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
2014
$738
$47,000 + $134,400
$181,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.7 Acres
Year renovated
1997
Sq. Ft.
1,512
Year built
1921
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1879823987000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: No Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump, Zoned
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Other, See Remarks, Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,508
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Property Features
Horses Allowed
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size : 1.15
Lot Size Area: 1.15
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.15
Additional Parcels Description: Portion of PIN see New Plat in Docs
Zoning Description: None
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,108.61
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,512
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.7 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1921
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Watauga County
APN: 1879823987000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
AttributionContact: 828-264-5267
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Schools
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 7.9mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.0mi
8/10
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$455,000 – $551,000
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