Quaint cottage on large lot with detached 2 bay garage with workshop. Nearly 1100 sq ft garage/workshop with electric, cement floor and air compressor connection. Seasonal mountain views. So much potential with this smaller home with ample property, 0.87 AC lot. New roof in 2023. Fully updated interior with vinyl plank flooring. Open family room, dining area and kitchen with large island. Both bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms. Half bath off main living area for guests. Large back deck with ramp. Front porch railing will be modified as a gate onto porch. Take the time to take a look at this one!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.87 acresLot Size
$263Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Laura Faria• Keller Williams Unified
Contact: realfaria20@gmail.com
Bought with Eleni Zenteno• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blue Ridge REALTORS®
What a Cinderalla story! Adorable 2 BR 2 ½ bath home purchased June 2021 underwent a complete renovation with all new floor and ceiling joists, insulation throughout including in attic. All new interior walls, electrical and plumbing. New vapor barrier in crawl space. New plywood kitchen cabinets added along with butcher block countertops and the gorgeous kitchen island hosts a beautiful Quart top with overhang for bar stools. Open concept kitchen/ living room. Blue/Grey waterproof wood grain vinyl flooring throughout. Barn door covers the laundry room/1/2 bath combo. All entry doors are metal. Side porch and spacious deck with ramp on the back of the house are great for entertaining or just relaxing. The circular drive has ample parking and there is plenty of parking as well in the almost acre yard. Garage/workshop of 1120 square feet fully wired with concrete flooring and air compressor hookup throughout. This precious house is just waiting for you to make it home!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3737129
Jun 28, 2021
Sold
$125,000
$117/sq ft
May 19, 2021
Contingent
—
May 14, 2021
Price Changed
$125,000
$117/sq ft
May 6, 2021
Listed
$135,000
$127/sq ft
+37
Newly listed 2 bedroom, 1 bath home located on a large lot with a double detached garage. This home has a living room & den area with woodstove fireplace. 2 bedrooms share a full hallway bathroom. The kitchen has an eat-at bar, dining area & pantry. Enjoy being outside on the covered front porch and side deck with handicap ramp. The double detached garage offers a place for parking and/or workshop. Call to make your appointment to see this home today. Cash or Conventional financing only please.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,287 (−6.2%)
$23,141 + $174,879
$198,020
2024
$1,372 (−2.8%)
$23,141 + $174,879
$198,020
2023
$1,412 (+117.4%)
$23,141 + $174,879
$198,020
2021
$649
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2019
$649 (+1.5%)
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2018
$640
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2017
$640
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2016
$640
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2015
$640 (+17.2%)
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2014
$546
$21,037 + $57,760
$78,797
Tax history for 35 Telephone Exchange Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,287 (−6.2%)
$23,141 + $174,879
$198,020
2024
$1,372 (−2.8%)
$23,141 + $174,879
$198,020
2023
$1,412 (+117.4%)
$23,141 + $174,879
$198,020
2021
$649
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2019
$649 (+1.5%)
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2018
$640
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2017
$640
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2016
$640
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2015
$640 (+17.2%)
$21,037 + $56,924
$77,961
2014
$546
$21,037 + $57,760
$78,797
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.87 Acres
Year renovated
2010
Sq. Ft.
1,064
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alexander County
APN
0003383
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 3, 2026.
RA-20
Residential - Agricultural District
The RA-20 residential district is established as a district in which the principal use of the land is for low-density residential and agricultural purposes including single-family dwellings, two-family dwellings (individual), individual manufactured homes, and related uses necessary for a sound neighborhood. Group housing developments in the form of multiple-family dwellings, condominiums, two-family dwellings, townhouses and manufactured home parks are permitted subject to the granting of a special use permit by the Board of Commissioners. The regulations for this district are designed to stabilize and encourage a healthful environment for family life in areas where neither public nor community water or sewer facilities are available.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational / school
Golf related
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Pastureland
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
SqFt Garage: 1100
Parking Features: Detached Garage, Garage Shop
Other Parking: Circular gravel driveway
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 9 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Heat Pump
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 9
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Hood, Refrigerator
Flooring: Vinyl
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Workshop, Other - See Remarks
Accessibility Features: Ramp(s)-Main Level
Zoning: R-1
Zoning Specification: R-1/R-2
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Views
Lot Size Area: 0.87
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 213x266x202x206
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Bethlehem
Middle Or Junior High School: West Alexander
High School: Alexander Central
Location Information
Directions: GPS to address
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,064
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.87 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 2010
County: Alexander County
APN: 0003383
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 3, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1064
Living Area: 1064
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,064
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1064
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Team Information
List Team ID: TM100454
List Team Mls Id: R12984
Around this home
Schools
Bethlehem Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
8/10
West Alexander Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.3mi
9/10
Alexander Central High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 9.1mi
4/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Hickory, NC • 28601
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.2 hours in
June and 5.2 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$266,000 – $322,000
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