Two steps on flagstone entryway into house to main level which contains living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, master suite, half bath/powder room and main deck with straight on view of Grandfather Mountain, portion of Hound Ears golf course and long range views. Ceiling height on main level at 9' and vaulted in living area. Master suite has his/hers closets, separate L shaped vanities, enclosed shower, enclosed water closet, Jacuzzi tub and large mirrors with same views as great/living room area. Kitchen has granite surfaces, breakfast bar and desk area. Lights mounted under cabinets for enhanced counter lighting on granite countertops. Stone fireplace is gas log with built-in cabinets on both sides with mounted TV on one side. Lower level has two bedrooms with jack and jill bath. Windows on both levels are double paned and walls fully insulated to minimize HVAC costs. Clothes closets have fluorescent lighting. Decking area has three automatic electric retractable awning systems that respond to wind changes. House is being sold furnished with exceptions, and high end furniture.
Single-familyProperty Type
1996Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$386Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Denise Jarvis• Hound Ears Real Estate
Listed by Rick Pifer• Hound Ears Real Estate
Bought with Cindy Kovalcin• Blowing Rock Investment Properties
Source:HCMLS #207537
Redfin Estimate
$1,290,669
$91K since sold in October 2022$29K since August
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This home's estimate is 57.5% higher than the average sale price ($820K) of 6 comparable homes.
Two steps on flagstone entryway into house to main level which contains living room, dining room, kitchen, laundry room, master suite, half bath/powder room and main deck with straight on view of Grandfather Mountain, portion of Hound Ears golf course and long range views. Ceiling height on main level at 9' and vaulted in living area. Master suite has his/hers closets, separate L shaped vanities, enclosed shower, enclosed water closet, Jacuzzi tub and large mirrors with same views as great/living room area. Kitchen has granite surfaces, breakfast bar and desk area. Lights mounted under cabinets for enhanced counter lighting on granite countertops. Stone fireplace is gas log with built-in cabinets on both sides with mounted TV on one side. Lower level has two bedrooms with jack and jill bath. Windows on both levels are double paned and walls fully insulated to minimize HVAC costs. Clothes closets have fluorescent lighting. Decking area has three automatic electric retractable awning systems that respond to wind changes. House is being sold furnished with exceptions, and high end furniture.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,237 (+0.4%)
$82,000 + $766,400
$848,400
2024
$3,225 (+7.5%)
$82,000 + $766,400
$848,400
2023
$3,001 (+0.8%)
$82,000 + $766,400
$848,400
2022
$2,978 (−5.7%)
$82,000 + $705,500
$787,500
2019
$3,159 (+12.1%)
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
2018
$2,819
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
2017
$2,819 (+10.7%)
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
2016
$2,547
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
2015
$2,547
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
2014
$2,547
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
Tax history for 1292 Hickory
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,237 (+0.4%)
$82,000 + $766,400
$848,400
2024
$3,225 (+7.5%)
$82,000 + $766,400
$848,400
2023
$3,001 (+0.8%)
$82,000 + $766,400
$848,400
2022
$2,978 (−5.7%)
$82,000 + $705,500
$787,500
2019
$3,159 (+12.1%)
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
2018
$2,819
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
2017
$2,819 (+10.7%)
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
2016
$2,547
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
2015
$2,547
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
2014
$2,547
$52,900 + $626,800
$679,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,380
Basement Finish: Finished
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 13
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Heat Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Masonry
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 10
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Very Good
Foundation Type: Continuous Wall
Building Style Type: Ranch
Exterior Wall: Wood Frame
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Subdivision Name: HOUND EARS GOLD & SKI DEVELOPM
Living Sq. Ft: 3,344
Building Sq. Ft: 3,344
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: LOT 2A SEC 14 HOUND EARS
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Frame Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 576
Garage / Carport Type: Frame
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 14,375
Legal Lot Number: 2A
Legal Block Number: 17
Municipality Name: WATAUGA
Acres: 0.33
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL 1 FAMILY
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Neighborhood / Spot
Utility Information
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,344
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1996
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1899173278000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
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Schools
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 5.4mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 88° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
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Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.23M – $1.49M
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