Your dream-home in the Blue Ridge Mtns awaits! Tucked away on 20 acres in Austin Creek, a small gated community next to Pisgah National Forest, 12 miles from Blowing Rock NC. Drive under the canopy of hardwood and dogwood trees to arrive at your 1,625 sq ft log cabin, not too big, not too small. 3 BR 2 BA, w/room in walk-out basement to add more living area.(Basement stubbed for BA). A work of art, from the log walls to the upstairs banister rail, which is a custom artisan wood and metal sculpture. Post and beam vaulted ceilings. Heart pine fireplace mantle, harvested from the property. Your new favorite spot is the wicker porch swing...all you hear are birds and the breeze in the trees. 2 natural springs, per seller. Austin Creek is +/- 30 large lots. Privacy, solitude, and Mother Nature's finest work surround you. Venture into Pisgah Nat'l Forest for a hike and savor local mountain trout at the fabulous restaurants in Blowing Rock for dinner. The laid-back mountain vibe awaits!
Single-familyProperty Type
2002Year Built
20.4 acresLot Size
$439Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jennifer Shattuck• Arrow Realty & Land Development
Contact: jennifershattuck@arrowrealtync.com
Bought with Melissa O'Brien• Keller Williams Ballantyne Area
Your dream-home in the Blue Ridge Mountains awaits! Tucked away on 20 acres in Austin Creek, a small gated community next to Pisgah National Forest, only 12 miles from Blowing Rock NC. Drive under the canopy of hardwood and dogwood trees to arrive at your 1,625 sq ft log cabin; not too big, not too small. 3 BR 2 BA, with room in the walk-out basement to add more living area. (Basement is stubbed for BA). A work of art, from the log walls to the upstairs banister rail, which is a custom artisan wood and metal sculpture. Post and beam vaulted ceilings. Heart pine fireplace mantle, harvested from the property. Your new favorite spot is the wicker porch swing. .. all you hear are birds and the breeze in the trees. 2 natural springs per seller. Austin Creek is +/- 30 large lots. Privacy, solitude, and Mother Nature's finest work surround you. Venture into Pisgah Nat'l Forest for a hike and savor local mountain trout at the fabulous restaurants in Blowing Rock for dinner. The laid-back mountain life awaits! Don't hesitate! Call us today to see this amazing community and home. Info@ArrowRealtyNC.com
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4157830
Oct 9, 2024
Sold
$675,000
$415/sq ft
Aug 28, 2024
Contingent
—
Jul 24, 2024
Price Changed
$714,900
$440/sq ft
Jul 3, 2024
Listed
$749,900
$461/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 2002
Sold
$172,500
$106/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,187 (−21.9%)
$130,100 + $417,600
$547,700
2025
$4,082 (+60.0%)
$130,100 + $417,600
$547,700
2024
$2,551
$130,200 + $202,700
$332,900
2023
$2,551
$130,200 + $202,700
$332,900
2022
$2,551 (+2.5%)
$130,200 + $202,700
$332,900
2021
$2,490 (+8.6%)
$130,200 + $202,700
$332,900
2020
$2,292
$130,200 + $202,700
$332,900
2019
$2,292 (+17.0%)
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
2018
$1,958
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
2017
$1,958 (+0.6%)
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
2016
$1,947 (+5.6%)
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
2015
$1,844 (+1.4%)
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
2014
$1,818
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
Tax history for 2490 Bridle Ridge Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,187 (−21.9%)
$130,100 + $417,600
$547,700
2025
$4,082 (+60.0%)
$130,100 + $417,600
$547,700
2024
$2,551
$130,200 + $202,700
$332,900
2023
$2,551
$130,200 + $202,700
$332,900
2022
$2,551 (+2.5%)
$130,200 + $202,700
$332,900
2021
$2,490 (+8.6%)
$130,200 + $202,700
$332,900
2020
$2,292
$130,200 + $202,700
$332,900
2019
$2,292 (+17.0%)
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
2018
$1,958
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
2017
$1,958 (+0.6%)
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
2016
$1,947 (+5.6%)
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
2015
$1,844 (+1.4%)
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
2014
$1,818
$137,400 + $168,800
$306,200
*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
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
20.11 Acres
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
1,624
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Caldwell County
APN
12 32 2 14
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 28, 2026.
RA-20
Residential-Agricultural District
The RA-20 Residential-Agricultural District is established as a district in which the principal use of the land is for low density residential and agricultural purposes
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Brick, Wood
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Log, Stone
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning Specification: RA20
Lot Information
Lot Features: Private, Sloped, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views
Lot Size Area: 20.4
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Underground Utilities, Wired Internet Available
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions Description: Rentals under 6 months are defined as short term by Austin Creek Covenants and are not allowed, with the exception of one home (not this home) that was grandfathered in when the covenants were changed to dis-allow short term rentals.
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $600
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Annual Expense: 600.00
School Information
Elementary School: Happy Valley
Middle Or Junior High School: Happy Valley
High School: Hibriten
Location Information
Directions: Hwy 321 North to Roby Martin Rd. Turn on Austin Valley Dr. Right on Alta Vista. Right on Bridle Ridge Way. First drive to the left is the home's driveway.
Community Information
Community Features: Gated
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,624
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 20.11 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2002
Year Renovated: 2005
County: Caldwell County
APN: 12 32 2 14
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 28, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1625
Living Area: 1625
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,625
Sq. Ft. Upper: 546
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1079
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Basement
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Happy Valley Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
Hibriten High
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 7.0mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° 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
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Lenoir, NC • 28645
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$679,000 – $821,000
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