Explore this expansive unrestricted land less than 2 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway and Ashe County line in northern Wilkes County. Enjoy breathtaking long-range views from the ridgeline as you enter the property. Originally intended for development, it features an extensive internal road system of approximately 1.5± miles, providing excellent access and significant cost savings for future use. Recently cleared roads allow vehicle access to certain areas and ATV access throughout. This versatile land offers multiple potential homesites, making it ideal for developers or as a private estate. A small stream and waterfall enhance its natural beauty, while a spring provides running water on the upper section. Conveniently located just 15+ minutes from downtown West Jefferson and 25+ minutes from Boone, this property offers both privacy and mountain charm. Explore the endless possibilities for residential, recreational, or investment use!
Large parcel of unrestricted land located less than 2 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Ashe County line in northern Wilkes County. Awesome long-range views from the top ridgeline as you enter the property. Originally planned for development years ago, the property already features an extensive internal road system, providing excellent access throughout and significant cost savings for future use. Based on GIS measurements, there is approximately 1.5± miles of existing roads. Roads have been recently opened with undergrowth cleared, allowing vehicle access on portions and ATV access throughout, with good gravel base still present in several areas. The land offers multiple potential homesites, making it ideal for a developer or for use as a private estate property, with plenty of room for friends and family to build or simply enjoy the land. Numerous possibilities for residential, recreational, or investment use. A small stream and waterfall highlight the lower portion of the property, adding to its natural appeal. A spring with no reservoir provides running water on the upper section of the property. Conveniently located just 15+ minutes to downtown West Jefferson and 25+ minutes to Boone, while still offering privacy and mountain surroundings. See today
HCMLS #246935
Nov 21, 2023
Listed
$995,000
HCMLS #213693
Sep 23, 2019
Sold
$15,000
Apr 5, 2019
Listed
$15,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Wilkes County
APN
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Last updated by owner on Jun 18, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement YN: No
Exterior
Exterior Features
Waterfront Features: Creek, Stream
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rolling Slope, Sloped, Steep Slope, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 101.3
Land Information
Land Description: Creek, Mountain View, Rolling, Sloping, Steep, Stream, Wooded
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Unimproved Land
Road Frontage Type: Easement
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,016
Location
HOA Information
Association: Winston-Salem
Association YN: No
Location Details
Directions: West Jefferson, HWY 163 to R on Idlewild Rd, L on Calloway Gap Road, end of Calloway Gap, cross Blue Ridge Parkway then road becomes Lump Road. Straight on Lump Road about 1.2 miles to property on your left. Just past 1138 Lump Road.
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Style: Vacant Land
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County: Wilkes County
APN: 0800179
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 18, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Mount Pleasant Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 8.7mi
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West Wilkes Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.2mi
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West Wilkes High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.7mi
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Purlear, NC • 28665
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Estimated sale price
$589,000 – $713,000
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