Welcome to this extraordinary 81+/--acre property in the beautiful Happy Valley area, just 25 minutes from Blowing Rock. With Mulberry Creek greeting you at the entrance and meandering throughout the property, plus an additional creek on the acreage, this land offers natural beauty, privacy, and endless opportunity. The renovated rustic 2-bedroom, 1-bath cabin is full of charm and ideal as a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or vacation rental. The property also features an impressive nearly 4,600 square foot barn complete with 6 stalls (with the option for 3 additional stalls already plumbed for water), tack room, wash stall, office, fenced riding area, and separate living quarters above—perfect for a caretaker apartment or true barn living. Whether you’re dreaming of a private estate, family compound, equestrian facility, development, or investment property with vacation rentals, this property can bring your vision to life. Multiple level build sites, cut in roads and riding trails throughout the wooded acreage, and close proximity to the Blue Ridge Horseman’s Association trails make this a rare offering. Come explore all this incredible property has to offer—life is truly better with land.
Single-familyProperty Type
2000Year Built
80.68 acresLot Size
$1,167Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Brittany Scott• Weichert, Realtors - Team Metro
Sale and tax history for 81 +/- Acres 2967 Roby Martin Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4382280
Sep 18, 2026
Price Changed
$895,000
$1,167/sq ft
Jul 2, 2026
Price Changed
$949,900
$1,238/sq ft
May 15, 2026
Listed
$989,000
$1,289/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4382346
Sep 18, 2026
Price Changed
$895,000
$1,167/sq ft
Jul 2, 2026
Price Changed
$949,900
$1,238/sq ft
May 15, 2026
Listed
$989,000
$1,289/sq ft
+32
Welcome to this extraordinary 81+/--acre property in the beautiful Happy Valley area, just 25 minutes from Blowing Rock. With Mulberry Creek greeting you at the entrance and meandering throughout the property, plus an additional creek on the acreage, this land offers natural beauty, privacy, and endless opportunity. The renovated rustic 2-bedroom, 1-bath cabin is full of charm and ideal as a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or vacation rental. The property also features an impressive nearly 4,600 square foot barn complete with 6 stalls (with the option for 3 additional stalls already plumbed for water), tack room, wash stall, office, fenced riding area, and separate living quarters above—perfect for a caretaker apartment or true barn living. Whether you’re dreaming of a private estate, family compound, equestrian facility, development, or investment property with vacation rentals, this property can bring your vision to life. Multiple level build sites, cut in roads and riding trails throughout the wooded acreage, and close proximity to the Blue Ridge Horseman’s Association trails make this a rare offering. Come explore all this incredible property has to offer—life is truly better with land.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4337907
Jan 21, 2026
Price Changed
$1,029,000
$1,342/sq ft
Jan 19, 2026
Listed
$1,199,000
$1,563/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4328223
Dec 8, 2025
Listed
$1,029,900
$1,343/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4328252
Dec 8, 2025
Listed
$529,900
$691/sq ft
HCMLS #258723
Oct 21, 2025
Listed
$1,199,000
$1,563/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4314831
Oct 21, 2025
Listed
$1,999,000
$2,606/sq ft
HCMLS #256461
Jul 24, 2025
Price Changed
$549,900
$717/sq ft
Jun 25, 2025
Listed
$575,000
$750/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4274804
Jul 24, 2025
Price Changed
$549,900
$717/sq ft
Jun 25, 2025
Listed
$575,000
$750/sq ft
HCMLS #256276
Aug 1, 2025
Price Changed
$1,199,000
$1,563/sq ft
Jul 24, 2025
Price Changed
$1,225,000
$1,597/sq ft
Jun 16, 2025
Listed
$1,275,000
$1,662/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4268857
Jul 31, 2025
Price Changed
$1,199,000
$1,563/sq ft
Jul 24, 2025
Price Changed
$1,225,000
$1,597/sq ft
Jun 10, 2025
Listed
$1,275,000
$1,662/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 17, 2024
Sold
$132,000
$172/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$230 (−20.3%)
$10,900 + $25,000
$35,900
2025
$289 (+2.0%)
$10,900 + $25,000
$35,900
2024
$283
$9,300 + $25,000
$34,300
2023
$283
$9,300 + $25,000
$34,300
2022
$283 (+2.3%)
$9,300 + $25,000
$34,300
2021
$277 (+170.5%)
$9,300 + $25,000
$34,300
2020
$102 (−2.0%)
$9,300 + $25,000
$34,300
2019
$104
$9,100 + $5,000
$14,100
2018
$104
$9,100 + $5,000
$14,100
2017
$104 (+1.4%)
$9,100 + $5,000
$14,100
2016
$103 (+5.1%)
$9,100 + $5,000
$14,100
2015
$98 (+1.0%)
$9,100 + $5,000
$14,100
2014
$97
$9,100 + $5,000
$14,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.11 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
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Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Caldwell County
APN
10 9 1 5I
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Lenoir, NC • 28645
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 81 +/- Acres 2967 Roby Martin Rd
$846,277
$49K under list price of $895K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $198K to $440K.