For sale

$479,000

Est. $2,871/mo —

•

2,937

sq ft

2231 Arbor Grove Church Rd, Purlear, NC 28665

About this home

This beautiful one owner 3 bed | 2.5 Bath brick ranch delivers the space, setting, location, & single-level living buyers are looking for! From the moment you step inside, the vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, & impressive rock fireplace make a statement. The kitchen features granite countertops & stainless steel appliances, with plantation shutters adding timeless character throughout. But just wait until you see the backyard! Step onto the screened-in porch overlooking a fenced yard & in-ground pool with a slide, NEW liner, & firepit area—your own private spot for summer entertaining & cookouts. Downstairs, a large finished flex space with a half bath opens up even more possibilities. Think game room, home office, guest quarters, or potential in-law space. Add in a large garage and a gorgeous, level 1.43-acre lot. Priced at $163 sq ft this one is a must see.

Single-familyProperty Type

1978Year Built

1.43 acresLot Size

$163Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Holly Richardson • North Carolina Mountain Investments, LLC

Listing updated: Nov 2, 2026 at 08:39am

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:Triad MLS #1236123

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$2,871 per month

Principal and interest$2,582

Property taxes

$145

HOA dues

Home insurance

$144

Utilities

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Millers Creek Elementary

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi

7/10

West Wilkes Middle

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi

3/10

West Wilkes High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

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Market insights

2231 Arbor Grove Church Rd · $479,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 40 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 3% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median list price in this area is $309,678. (38% lower than this home)

PRICE DROP

23% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Primary bedroom located on the main level
Partially finished basement

Bedrooms
Primary on main

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom

Laundry & utility
Laundry on main level
Electric water heater

Heating & cooling
Heat pump cooling
Heating via heat pump, electric and propane; fireplaces also provide heat

Sale and tax history for 2231 Arbor Grove Church Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #264914

Nov 2, 2026

Price Changed

$479,000

$163/sq ft

Oct 17, 2026

Listed

$498,000

$170/sq ft

+42

This beautiful one owner 3 bed | 2.5 Bath brick ranch delivers the space, setting, location, & single-level living buyers are looking for! From the moment you step inside, the vaulted ceilings, exposed wood beams, & impressive rock fireplace make a statement. The kitchen features granite countertops & stainless steel appliances, with plantation shutters adding timeless character throughout. But just wait until you see the backyard! Step onto the screened-in porch overlooking a fenced yard & in-ground pool with a slide, NEW liner, & firepit area—your own spot for summer entertaining & cookouts. Downstairs, a large finished flex space with a half bath opens up even more possibilities. Think game room, home office, guest quarters, or potential in-law space. Add in a large garage and a gorgeous, level 1.43-acre lot. Priced at $163 sq ft this one is a must see.

Triad MLS #1236123

Nov 2, 2026

Price Changed

$479,000

$163/sq ft

Sep 18, 2026

Listed

$498,000

$170/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,716 (+31.7%)

$30,100 + $329,830

$359,930

2024

$1,303

$30,100 + $329,830

$359,930

2023

$1,303

$15,810 + $158,300

$174,110

2022

$1,303

$15,810 + $158,300

$174,110

2021

$1,303 (+1.2%)

$15,810 + $158,300

$174,110

2020

$1,288 (+1.4%)

$15,810 + $158,300

$174,110

2019

$1,271 (+8.9%)

$15,810 + $158,300

$174,110

2018

$1,167 (−1.5%)

$15,810 + $144,260

$160,070

2017

$1,185

$15,810 + $144,260

$160,070

2016

$1,184 (−2.6%)

$15,810 + $144,260

$160,070

2014

$1,216

$15,810 + $144,260

$160,070

2013

$1,217

$15,810 + $144,260

$160,070

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.43 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,761

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,761

Year built

1978

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Wilkes County

APN

1503444

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.

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

4/10 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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Historical weather

Purlear, NC • 28665

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Sun exposure

99/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 3% for direct sun exposure in Purlear. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

10.6 hrs

7.2 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 2231 Arbor Grove Church Rd

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Nearby homes have recently sold between $389,000 and $540,000.

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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $389K to $540K.

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larger lot
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smaller lot
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SOLD JUL 7, 2026
$510,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths2,604 sq ft
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smaller lot
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SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$389,000 Last sold price
3 beds2 baths2,205 sq ft
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larger lot
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SOLD JUN 24, 2026
$390,000 Last sold price
3 beds2.5 baths2,319 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$430,000 Last sold price
4 beds3 baths4,532 sq ft
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