Off market aug 2020 for $2M

$1,945,447

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $13,471/mo

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6,163

sq ft

279 Old Rail Rd, Mount Airy, NC 27030

About this home

Idyllic and rare, this extraordinary home is nestled on a hilltop overlooking fields, pastures and a meandering creek. A trophy property of almost 16 acres, with one of the earliest brick homes in Surry County. The Carter-Miller house sits in a picture postcard setting, with glimpses of the Blue Ridge to the west and north. The estate enjoys a rich heritage circa 1834, and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, with details such as original wood flooring and rare faux painting. Its unique architectural and historical features include the original red brick Federal Style home, as well as a 21st Century addition with the most modern amenities. The grounds also include an expansive veranda, salt water pool, 4-stall horse barn, deluxe chicken coop, and 3 car garage. Overlooking Paul’s Creek is a charming Log Cabin, constructed from reclaimed tobacco barns. With a stacked-stone fireplace, large loft bedroom and small kitchenette, it provides perfect guest quarters.

Single-familyProperty Type

1834Year Built

15.9 acresLot Size

$316Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 garage spacesParking

Listed by Michelle Rhyne • Premier Sotheby's International Realty

Listed by Crystal Cox • Premier Sotheby's International Realty

Bought with Non Member • MLS Administration

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•Source:CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3566378

Redfin Estimate

$1,945,447

$55K since sold in August 2020$4,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 260% higher than the average sale price ($540K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$515,000
A
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SOLD MAY 11, 2026
$390,000
B
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SOLD AUG 5, 2026
$1,200,000
C
4 beds4.5 baths6,241 sq ft
537 Montclaire Dr, Mount Airy, NC 27030
SOLD DEC 3, 2025
$489,500
D
4 beds2 baths1,960 sq ft
2140 Pipers Gap Rd, Mount Airy, NC 27030
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$300,000
E
2 beds2 baths2,800 sq ft
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SOLD APR 22, 2026
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F
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Market trends in 27030, NC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

95.8%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$275K

$9K MoM

Avg. days on market

43d

6 days MoM

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4 MoM

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Sale history for 279 Old Rail Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,746 (−1.7%)

$99,480 + $1,060,440

$1,159,920

2025

$6,865 (+9.4%)

$99,480 + $1,060,440

$1,159,920

2024

$6,277 (+1.9%)

$94,740 + $892,720

$987,460

2023

$6,157

$81,650 + $873,820

$955,470

2022

$6,157 (−1.7%)

$81,650 + $873,820

$955,470

2021

$6,263 (+66.3%)

$81,650 + $873,820

$955,470

2020

$3,765 (+0.2%)

$85,860 + $456,180

$542,040

2019

$3,759 (+1.7%)

$85,860 + $456,180

$542,040

2018

$3,696 (+0.3%)

$85,860 + $456,180

$542,040

2017

$3,683 (+1.0%)

$87,450 + $454,680

$542,130

2016

$3,645 (+2.3%)

$87,450 + $454,680

$542,130

2015

$3,564 (+0.5%)

$87,450 + $450,520

$537,970

2014

$3,546

$87,450 + $450,520

$537,970

2013

$3,546

$87,450 + $450,520

$537,970

Tax history for 279 Old Rail Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$6,746 (−1.7%)

$99,480 + $1,060,440

$1,159,920

2025

$6,865 (+9.4%)

$99,480 + $1,060,440

$1,159,920

2024

$6,277 (+1.9%)

$94,740 + $892,720

$987,460

2023

$6,157

$81,650 + $873,820

$955,470

2022

$6,157 (−1.7%)

$81,650 + $873,820

$955,470

2021

$6,263 (+66.3%)

$81,650 + $873,820

$955,470

2020

$3,765 (+0.2%)

$85,860 + $456,180

$542,040

2019

$3,759 (+1.7%)

$85,860 + $456,180

$542,040

2018

$3,696 (+0.3%)

$85,860 + $456,180

$542,040

2017

$3,683 (+1.0%)

$87,450 + $454,680

$542,130

2016

$3,645 (+2.3%)

$87,450 + $454,680

$542,130

2015

$3,564 (+0.5%)

$87,450 + $450,520

$537,970

2014

$3,546

$87,450 + $450,520

$537,970

2013

$3,546

$87,450 + $450,520

$537,970

*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

Baths

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

20.96 Acres

Year renovated

2009

Sq. Ft.

5,678

Year built

1834

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Surry County

APN

500100998353

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 24, 2026.

Rural Agricultural District

The purpose of this district is to maintain a rural development pattern where single-family housing is intermingled with agricultural and appropriate non-residential uses, as herein described in the Table of Uses, not having access to public water and sewer systems. This district is also designed to protect rural areas from the intrusion of non-residential uses that could create a nuisance, detract from the quality of life and/or present a danger to the natural environment.

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Parking

Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Carport - 2 Car, Driveway, Garage - 3 Car

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 4
# of Half Baths (Total): 1

Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Upper Level, In Basement

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Radiant, Radiant Floor
Sq. Ft. Unheated Total: 1,918
Sq. Ft. Unheated Basement: 1,918

Interior Features
Interior Features: Attic Finished, Built Ins, Cable Available, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-In Pantry
Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Cable Prewire, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Exhaust Hood, Surround Sound, Gas Oven
Flooring: Brick, Tile, Wood

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Brick, Stone
Roof: Wood

Exterior Features
Porch: Covered,Patio
Exterior Features: Barn(s), Fence, Fence, Outdoor Fireplace, In Ground Pool, Stable

Property Information
Second Living Quarters: Guest House
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Hilly, Long Range View, Mountain View, Open Lot, Pasture, Lake On Property, Creek/Stream, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 15.9
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Gas

Location

Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0

HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None

School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified

Location Information
Directions: From I-77 North take Exit 1 for VA-620. Turn right off of the exit onto State Rte 620. Then turn left onto Miller Rd. Then turn left onto Old Rail Rd. Property will be on the left.

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 5,678
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 20.96 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1834
Year Renovated: 2009
County: Surry County
APN: 500100998353

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 24, 2026

Other

Home Information
Total Primary HLA: 5619
Living Area: 6163
Sq. Ft. Upper: 2038
Sq. Ft. Third: 383
Sq. Ft. Main: 3198
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Second Living Quarters Heated Living Area: 544
Building Area Total: 6163
Foundation Details: Basement Fully Finished
Structure Type: Two Story/Basement

Around this home

Schools

Franklin Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.1mi

5/10

Meadowview Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi

6/10

North Surry High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

5/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 100° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

1/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

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Mount Airy, NC • 27030

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Estimated sale price

$1.85M – $2.24M

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Home values near 279 Old Rail Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
162 Old Rail Rd, Mount Airy, NC 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4190 Sq. Ft.	$1,114,221
288 Old Rail Rd, Mount Airy, NC 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3200 Sq. Ft.	$684,741

Address	Redfin Estimate
276 Old Rail Rd, Mount Airy, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3312 Sq. Ft.	$513,342
360 Old Rail Rd, Mount Airy, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2480 Sq. Ft.	$552,989

Address	Redfin Estimate
142 Old Rail Rd, Mount Airy, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2351 Sq. Ft.	$339,081
438 Old Rail Rd, Mount Airy, NC 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3334 Sq. Ft.	$861,896

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