OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2024 for $460K

$471,941

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,119/mo

•

1,562

sq ft

115 Upper Grouse Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604

About this home

"Baby Bear Cottage" is a charming mountain cottage located in the Grouse Ridge section of Beech Mountain that has become a RENTAL POWERHOUSE with an excellent established rental income of $64,000 since January 2023. It is considered a "Guest Favorite" on Airbnb with 4.93 stars. The property offers season views of the ski slopes and has a convenient yet private location with level entry, paved driveway and road. The main level features an open living area surrounded by an abundance of windows providing a treehouse feel. You can walk out onto the rear deck and enjoy wildlife while relaxing in the HOT TUB. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances and the cozy family room has a gas log fireplace. There are 2 BEDROOMS -1 BATH and laundry also on the main level and the lower level has a large recreational room/3rd bedroom and full bath. The property has a fire pit area below for enjoying cool summer nights, stargazing and wildlife viewing. Whether you're looking for a tranquil year-round residence, investment property, or a second home, this property provides the ideal mountain lifestyle. It is being sold furnished w/ exclusions and is Beech Mountain club eligible.

Single-familyProperty Type

1995Year Built

0.45 acresLot Size

$302Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Cindy Giarrusso • Blue Ridge Realty & Investment

Bought with Ronald Kent • EXP Realty LLC

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•Source:HCMLS #248622

Redfin Estimate

$471,941

$12K since sold in May 2024$2,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 17.8% lower than the average sale price ($574K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 26, 2025
$645,000
A
4 beds2 baths2,428 sq ft
109 Overbrook Knl, Beech Mountain, NC 28604
SOLD DEC 4, 2025
$555,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,540 sq ft
207 Lake Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604
SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$819,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths1,749 sq ft
470 Banner Grande Ln, Banner Elk, NC 28604
SOLD APR 23, 2026
$509,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,609 sq ft
205 Spring Branch Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$428,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,355 sq ft
142 Village Cluster Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$490,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,870 sq ft
122 Lower Grouse Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604

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$2,544/mo

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Market trends in 28604, NC

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

95.9%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$506K

$11K MoM

Avg. days on market

72d

57 days MoM

Recently sold homes

113

11 MoM

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4 beds4.5 baths3,749 sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$2,995,000
4 beds4.5 baths2,494 sq ft
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$289,900
2 beds2 baths965 sq ft
303 Sugar Top Dr #2915, Sugar Mountain, NC 28604
$1,450,000
3 beds2.5 baths2,118 sq ft
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Sale history for 115 Upper Grouse Ridge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,090 (−55.1%)

$32,400 + $208,000

$240,400

2024

$2,430

$32,400 + $208,000

$240,400

2023

$2,430 (−2.0%)

$32,400 + $208,000

$240,400

2022

$2,479 (+46.8%)

$32,400 + $208,000

$240,400

2021

$1,688

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2020

$1,688

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2019

$1,688 (+4.4%)

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2018

$1,617

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2017

$1,617 (+209.3%)

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2016

$523

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2015

$523

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2014

$523

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

Tax history for 115 Upper Grouse Ridge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,090 (−55.1%)

$32,400 + $208,000

$240,400

2024

$2,430

$32,400 + $208,000

$240,400

2023

$2,430 (−2.0%)

$32,400 + $208,000

$240,400

2022

$2,479 (+46.8%)

$32,400 + $208,000

$240,400

2021

$1,688

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2020

$1,688

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2019

$1,688 (+4.4%)

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2018

$1,617

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2017

$1,617 (+209.3%)

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2016

$523

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2015

$523

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

2014

$523

$20,000 + $121,700

$141,700

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.45 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,248

Year built

1995

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Watauga County

APN

1950462508000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Paved, Driveway, No Garage, Private

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Has Heating
Heating: Fireplace(s), Other, Space Heater, See Remarks, Wall Furnace

Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas, Propane

Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Pool Information
Pool Features: Community
Has Spa/Hot Tub

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 781
Below Grade Finished Area: 781
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Frame

Property Features
Has View

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size : 0.45
Lot Size Area: 0.45
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.45

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,430

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Location

Schools Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis
High School: Watauga

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Charter Hills

Community Information
Community Features: Pool, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Golf, Lake, Tennis Court(s)

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,248
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.45 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1950462508000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026

Other

Listing Information
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Around this home

Schools
Places
Transit

Valle Crucis Elementary

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 11.6mi

7/10

Watauga High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 12.0mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

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

0 hot days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Beech Mountain, NC • 28604

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In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$449,000 – $543,000

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Home values near 115 Upper Grouse Ridge Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
111 Upper Grouse Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1792 Sq. Ft.	$500,277
202 Upper Grouse Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2564 Sq. Ft.	$812,010

Address	Redfin Estimate
112 Upper Grouse Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3040 Sq. Ft.	$660,789
203 Upper Grouse Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1501 Sq. Ft.	$395,107

Address	Redfin Estimate
109 Upper Grouse Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1879 Sq. Ft.	$489,781
104 Lower Grouse Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2639 Sq. Ft.	$813,119

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