OFF MARKET

Off market feb 2023 for $480K

$598,527

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,826/mo

•

3,856

sq ft

159 Cow Branch Rd, Green Mountain, NC 28740

About this home

Stately home nestled on a hill surrounded by lovely trees, peace and quiet. Large home is perfect for entertaining. Upscale kitchen with custom cabinets, granite counter tops, commercial stove and island. Formal dining room and bonus/game room with full bath and bar area. One covered porch and 2 decks, back deck is perfect for summer BBQ's. Main bedroom features fireplace, private deck/balcony, his and her closets. Main bathroom has a shower and large jetted tub for relaxing. Spacious laundry room with freezer. Two car garage with room for storage. Level front and side yard with raised beds for gardening. Abundant wildlife on this surveyed 11.5 acres with small creek at bottom of property. Seller is offering a $15,000. credit for updates.

Single-familyProperty Type

1987Year Built

11.5 acresLot Size

$155Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Anne Wilson • Alpine Real Estate Company Inc

Contact: info@alpinerealestatecompany.com

Bought with Rob Taylor • Weichert, Realtors - Team Metro

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3897251

Redfin Estimate

$598,527

$119K since sold in February 2023$2,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 9.9% higher than the average sale price ($545K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 11, 2026
$641,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths2,340 sq ft
2581 Double Island Rd, Green Mountain, NC 28740
SOLD OCT 6, 2026
$485,000
B
3 beds3 baths3,018 sq ft
3781 S 226 Hwy, Bakersville, NC 28705
SOLD FEB 27, 2026
$550,000
C
3 beds3 baths2,119 sq ft
400 Three Dog Mountain Rd, Bakersville, NC 28705
SOLD MAY 6, 2026
$495,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths2,484 sq ft
12 Riverview Dr, Bakersville, NC 28705
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$475,000
E
3 beds4 baths2,395 sq ft
263 Pilgrims Ln, Burnsville, NC 28714
SOLD JUN 29, 2026
$622,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,057 sq ft
195 Red Bird Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

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$3,157/mo

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Market trends in 28740, NC

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

97.5%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$569K

$151K MoM

Avg. days on market

75d

8 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

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Sale history for 159 Cow Branch Rd

Date

Event

Price

YMMLS #34160

Feb 21, 2023

Sold

$480,000

$124/sq ft

Aug 22, 2022

Listed

$545,000

$141/sq ft

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3897251

Feb 21, 2023

Sold

$480,000

$124/sq ft

Jan 18, 2023

Contingent

—

Oct 17, 2022

Price Changed

$545,000

$141/sq ft

Aug 22, 2022

Price Changed

$550,000

$143/sq ft

Aug 22, 2022

Listed

$55,000

$14/sq ft

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3838523

Jun 8, 2022

Price Changed

$610,000

$158/sq ft

Apr 29, 2022

Listed

$625,000

$162/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,238 (+83.3%)

$127,100 + $266,600

$393,700

2024

$1,221 (+1.7%)

$127,100 + $266,600

$393,700

2022

$1,200 (−2.0%)

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2021

$1,225

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2020

$1,225

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2019

$1,225

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2018

$1,225 (−43.3%)

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2017

$2,161

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2016

$2,160 (+10.5%)

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2015

$1,954

$91,000 + $257,940

$348,940

2014

$1,954

$91,000 + $257,940

$348,940

Tax history for 159 Cow Branch Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,238 (+83.3%)

$127,100 + $266,600

$393,700

2024

$1,221 (+1.7%)

$127,100 + $266,600

$393,700

2022

$1,200 (−2.0%)

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2021

$1,225

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2020

$1,225

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2019

$1,225

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2018

$1,225 (−43.3%)

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2017

$2,161

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2016

$2,160 (+10.5%)

$83,800 + $243,610

$327,410

2015

$1,954

$91,000 + $257,940

$348,940

2014

$1,954

$91,000 + $257,940

$348,940

*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

11.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,824

Year built

1987

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Yancey County

APN

085200352635000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
SqFt Garage: 881
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Has Garage

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Upper: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1

Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Primary Bedroom, Recreation Room

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Propane
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Interior Features
Room Count: 11
Interior Features: Attic Stairs Pulldown, Pantry
Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Laminate, Marble, Tile, Wood
Door Features: Insulated Door(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Vinyl
Roof: Shingle

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch
Exterior Features: Other - See Remarks

Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None

Property Information
Development Status: Completed
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features: Other - See Remarks
Zoning Specification: N/A

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Private, Sloped, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 11.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 11.5
Elevation: 2500
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: No Restrictions

HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None

School Information
Elementary School: Micaville
Middle Or Junior High School: East Yancey
High School: Mountain Heritage

Location Information
Directions: From Bakersville, take Hwy 226 N for 5.5 miles, turn left on Hwy 197S for 1.5 miles. Make left onto Double Island Road. Go 3.7miles to Cow Branch Road make a left. First drive on left, house #159. Property is in Yancey County. Gate at bottom of driveway.

Community Information
Community Features: None

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,824
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 11.5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Yancey County
APN: 085200352635000

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Exception YN: 0

Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 3856
Living Area: 3856
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area: 3,856
Sq. Ft. Upper: 2306
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1550
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 3856
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: Two
Security Features: Security System

Team Information
List Office AOR: Yancey Mitchell Board of Realtors

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Some nearby schools may not be within this home's attendance zone. Please check the Yancey County School District website to verify.

Bowman Middle

Public 5-8 • 3.4mi

5/10

Mitchell High

Public 9-12 • 4.6mi

3/10

Gouge Primary

Public PreK-2 • 3.6mi

2/10

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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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 93° expected this year, 19 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

Green Mountain, NC • 28740

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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$569,000 – $689,000

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Home values near 159 Cow Branch Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
850 Cow Branch Road, Green Mountain, NC 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 322 Sq. Ft.	$198,356
230 Cow Branch Road, Green Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1058 Sq. Ft.	$611,180
7784 Double Island Road, Green Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 864 Sq. Ft.	$261,086
110 Happy Hollow Road, Green Mountain, NC 1 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1491 Sq. Ft.	$339,762
7805 Double Island Road, Green Mountain, NC 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 900 Sq. Ft.	$209,262

Address	Redfin Estimate
458 Cow Branch Road, Green Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1856 Sq. Ft.	$1,208,176
7325 Double Island Road, Green Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 962 Sq. Ft.	$302,655
16 Old Chestnut Mountain Road, Green Mountain, NC 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 924 Sq. Ft.	$190,585
94 Old Chestnut Mountain Road, Green Mountain, NC 4 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1592 Sq. Ft.	$269,168
65 Happy Hollow Road, Green Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1680 Sq. Ft.	$395,174

Address	Redfin Estimate
9 Cow Branch Road, Green Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1272 Sq. Ft.	$551,545
7401 Double Island Road, Green Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1392 Sq. Ft.	$408,615
8056 Double Island Road, Green Mountain, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 540 Sq. Ft.	$300,333
20 Old Chestnut Mountain Road, Green Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1728 Sq. Ft.	$340,307
7805 Double Island Road Unit 0064, Green Mountain, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 851 Sq. Ft.	$140,811

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