OFF MARKET

Off Market Sep 2021 for $1.1M

$1,696,922

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,328/mo

•

5,021

sq ft

242 Highland Ridge Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 28605

About this home

Marvelous Mountain Masterpiece! Filled with light & views through a wall of windows in the great room, this is a feel good house from the moment you enter through glass paneled doors. Vaulted T & G ceilings and a stacked stone fireplace create a sense of warmth and comfort. Spacious rooms throughout the 3 levels provide living space that provides a haven for family & friends. Chef's kitchen, including Wolf gas cooktop, formal dining, master & office on the main is ideal for one level living. Add in two large en suite bedrooms and a loft upstairs along with huge storage area plus a bonus room being used as a bedroom, a 2nd family room, bath and kitchenette and voila - a place for everyone. Decks, covered and open for outdoor living, an oversized 3 car garage, level entry, ample storage and a prime location with year round access. Filled with the features that make mountain living fun and relaxed - this is a special house and a great opportunity to be in a location between Blowing Rock and Boone with all the bells and whistles. Buyers got cold feet - Back on the Market, easy to show - Great house!

Single-familyProperty Type

2006Year Built

0.64 acresLot Size

$338Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Kivi Sherman • Blowing Rock Properties, Inc

Bought with Wendy Lucas • EXP Realty LLC

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:HCMLS #231111

Redfin Estimate

$1,696,922

$547K since sold in September 2021$20K since July

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This home's estimate is 94.7% higher than the average sale price ($872K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$1,275,000
A
3 beds4 baths2,833 sq ft
127 Bitter Root Dr, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
SOLD MAR 3, 2026
$655,000
B
3 beds3.5 baths2,898 sq ft
372 Coffey Ridge Dr, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$830,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,903 sq ft
146 Highland Ridge Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
SOLD MAR 3, 2026
$705,000
D
3 beds3 baths2,142 sq ft
218 Sorrento Falls Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
SOLD JUL 30, 2026
$945,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths3,036 sq ft
158 Fern Forest Ln, Boone, NC 28607
SOLD AUG 10, 2026
$820,000
F
3 beds3.5 baths2,517 sq ft
134 Hews Cir, Blowing Rock, NC 28605

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Market trends in 28605, NC

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

96.4%

0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$862K

$76K MoM

Avg. days on market

57d

33 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

New listings for sale

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$795,000
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$525,000
2 beds2 baths1,375 sq ft
439 Apple Way Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
$3,425,000
4 beds5.5 baths5,760 sq ft
177 Thunderhill Trl, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
$299,000
2 beds1 bath1,120 sq ft
7458 US Highway 221, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
$3,250,000
5 beds6 baths5,787 sq ft
368 Green Hill Woods, Blowing Rock, NC 28605
$2,300,000
4 beds3.5 baths4,266 sq ft
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$650,000
2 beds2 baths1,169 sq ft
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Sale history for 242 Highland Ridge Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #231111

Sep 21, 2021

Sold

$1,150,000

$229/sq ft

Jun 13, 2021

Listed

$1,200,000

$239/sq ft

HCMLS #211610

May 21, 2019

Sold

$840,000

$167/sq ft

Jan 15, 2019

Listed

$845,000

$168/sq ft

+44

This stunning, mountain style 3 bedroom, 5.5 bath home offers breathtaking, layered views, three spacious levels of living space and a much-desired location between Boone & Blowing Rock, minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Enter a light-filled foyer and into a great room with vaulted T & G ceiling, handsome wooden floors, stacked stone fireplace, and a wall of Pella windows. The eat-in kitchen is a chef’s delight featuring an island with Wolf cooktop, cherry cabinetry, quartz counters and custom backsplash. Also on the main floor is a sizable dining room and a master bedroom wing that affords bedside mountain views, deck access, a custom closet system, double vanities, tiled shower & tub, plus an adjacent office/additional sleeping room. The 2nd level offers a significant loft flanked with an oversized bedroom and bath on each side. The walkout, lower level provides notable flex space: in-law suite, wet bar, additional sleeping room/den, full bath & access to a covered deck. The oversized three-car garage with built-in cabinets and workbench leads into a mudroom and utility area. This pristine home with expansive decks and beautiful native landscaping is move-in ready.

Public Records

Jun 30, 2011

Sold

$760,000

$151/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,179 (+0.3%)

$164,700 + $910,300

$1,075,000

2024

$4,166

$164,700 + $910,300

$1,075,000

2023

$4,166 (+0.6%)

$164,700 + $910,300

$1,075,000

2022

$4,144 (+28.5%)

$164,700 + $910,300

$1,075,000

2020

$3,224

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2019

$3,224 (+11.8%)

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2018

$2,884

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2017

$2,884 (+10.4%)

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2016

$2,612 (+2.7%)

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2015

$2,544

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2014

$2,544

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

Tax history for 242 Highland Ridge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,179 (+0.3%)

$164,700 + $910,300

$1,075,000

2024

$4,166

$164,700 + $910,300

$1,075,000

2023

$4,166 (+0.6%)

$164,700 + $910,300

$1,075,000

2022

$4,144 (+28.5%)

$164,700 + $910,300

$1,075,000

2020

$3,224

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2019

$3,224 (+11.8%)

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2018

$2,884

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2017

$2,884 (+10.4%)

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2016

$2,612 (+2.7%)

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2015

$2,544

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

2014

$2,544

$57,500 + $621,500

$679,000

*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

4.5

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.64 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,974

Year built

2006

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Watauga County

APN

2829214270000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Parking Features: Paved, Driveway, Garage, Oversized, Private

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 5
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
Has Heating
Heating: Exhaust Fan, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane, Zoned

Interior Features
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, High Speed Internet
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Wood Frames
Appliances: Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas, Stone, Propane

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Finished, Walk-Out Access

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,922
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,099
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Fiber Cement, Frame

Property Features
Has View
Security Features: Security System

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

Land Information
Vegetation: Partially Wooded

Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 0.64
Lot Size Area: 0.64
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.64
Zoning Description: Deed Restrictions,Residential,Subdivision

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,223.77

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Utilities: Cable Available

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $500
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $41.67

Schools Information
Elementary School: Blowing Rock
High School: Watauga

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Sorrento Highlands

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,974
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.64 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2006
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 2829214270000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc

Around this home

Schools

Blowing Rock Elementary

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi

6/10

Watauga High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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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

7 days above 88° expected this year, 18 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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Blowing Rock, NC • 28605

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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

$1.61M – $1.95M

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Home values near 242 Highland Ridge Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
146 Highland Ridge Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2903 Sq. Ft.	$895,296
187 Highland Ridge Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2032 Sq. Ft.	$727,699

Address	Redfin Estimate
207 Highland Ridge Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3378 Sq. Ft.	$924,786
290 Highland Ridge Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3462 Sq. Ft.	$999,410

Address	Redfin Estimate
180 Highland Ridge Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2988 Sq. Ft.	$844,541
288 Highland Ridge Rd, Blowing Rock, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2813 Sq. Ft.	$1,033,390

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