SECLUSION AND PRIVACY! This gorgeous tract of acreage located only a short distance from Boone, is an outdoors-mans (or woman's) paradise! With just over 13 acres of wooded land teaming with wildlife, a great sunny spot for a garden, only half of a mile from a stocked trout stream, and a short drive to the Mountain To Sea trail, this property offers it all. Unrestricted, you can choose to build or fix up the existing homes. The possibilities are endless. The main home has beautiful original hardwoods and kitchen cabinet. With some TLC, this could be a quaint mountain cottage getaway or full-time home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
13.08 acresLot Size
$212,909Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jennifer Price• Century 21 Heritage Realty
Bought with Jennifer Price• Century 21 Heritage Realty
SECLUSION AND PRIVACY! This gorgeous tract of acreage located only a short distance from Boone, is an outdoors-mans (or woman's) paradise! With just over 13 acres of wooded land teaming with wildlife, a great sunny spot for a garden, only half of a mile from a stocked trout stream, and a short drive to the Mountain To Sea trail, this property offers it all. Unrestricted, you can choose to build or fix up the existing homes. The possibilities are endless. The main home has beautiful original hardwoods and kitchen cabinet. With some TLC, this could be a quaint mountain cottage getaway or full-time home.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$586 (+2.1%)
$42,700 + $74,200
$116,900
2024
$574 (+15.2%)
$42,700 + $74,200
$116,900
2023
$498 (+4.8%)
$42,700 + $74,200
$116,900
2022
$475 (−7.0%)
$42,700 + $55,400
$98,100
2021
$511
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2020
$511
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2019
$511 (+9.5%)
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2018
$467
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2017
$467 (+16.8%)
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2016
$400
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2015
$400
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2014
$400
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
Tax history for 788 Rhymer Branch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$586 (+2.1%)
$42,700 + $74,200
$116,900
2024
$574 (+15.2%)
$42,700 + $74,200
$116,900
2023
$498 (+4.8%)
$42,700 + $74,200
$116,900
2022
$475 (−7.0%)
$42,700 + $55,400
$98,100
2021
$511
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2020
$511
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2019
$511 (+9.5%)
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2018
$467
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2017
$467 (+16.8%)
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2016
$400
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2015
$400
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
2014
$400
$47,400 + $41,000
$88,400
*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
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
11.33 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
800
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
2940752336000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 0
Basement Information
Basement YN: No
Room Information
# of Rooms: 1
Interior Features
Attic Description: Permanent Stairs, Walk in Attic
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Kitchen Island
Exterior
Exterior Features
Waterfront Features: Stream
Pool Information
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Lot Features: Horses Allowed, Mountain, Rolling Slope
Lot Size Acres: 13.08
Miscellaneous: Horses Allowed
Land Information
Land Description: Mountain, Mountain View, Rolling, Stream
Water Source: Private, Spring
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Stick/Site Built
Structure Type: House
Built Information: Existing
Year Built: 1953
# of Fireplaces: 0
Appliances: Built-in Range, Built-in Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Dryer Connection, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Building Information
Building Area Total: 1
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Asbestos
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $511
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank, Remarks
Water Heater: Unknown
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Heating: None, No Fuel
Heating Fuel: No Fuel
Location
HOA Information
Association: Wilkes County
Association YN: No
Location Details
Directions: From Deep Gap take Old 421 S to a left under the Blue Ridge Parkway on Elk Creek Rd. Stay on Elk Creek Rd aprox 3.5 miles to a left on Elk Ln then the next left on to Rhymer Branch Rd. Property is located on the right about .5 miles
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 800
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 11.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 2940752336000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
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Schools
Parkway Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
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
3/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 94° expected this year, 25 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$203,000 – $245,000
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