Welcome home to this well-maintained 3bdrm, 2b, ranch offering 1,654sf of comfortable living space on a generous half-acre lot. Built in 1999, this home features a desirable split floor plan that provides privacy for the spacious primary suite while keeping the secondary bedrooms conveniently located on the opposite side of the home. The family room is filled with natural light and anchored by a cozy gas fireplace—perfect for relaxing evenings. A formal dining room offers flexible space for entertaining or everyday meals, while the bright kitchen includes ample cabinetry, updated appliances, and easy access to the private backyard. The primary suite is a true retreat, highlighted by a beautifully updated bathroom with a tiled walk-in shower featuring a rainfall showerhead, a double vanity, and large walk-in closet. Recent updates include a new HVAC system for peace of mind. Outside, enjoy the expansive backyard with a deck ideal for grilling and outdoor living, plus a storage building for tools, hobbies, or extra storage. A 2-car attached garage completes this move-in-ready home. With plenty of indoor space, a large lot, and thoughtful updates, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and outdoor enjoyment. Neighborhood amenities include a clubhouse with fitness room and outdoor pool, walking trails, baseball field, basketball court and playground! Schedule your private showing today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1999Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$207Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sheena Sutton• Sutton Properties LLC
Contact: sheenasutton9@yahoo.com
Bought with Richard Yates• Lantern Realty & Development LLC
GRACE RIDGE neighborhood! One story, split floor plan with large open areas for family to gather. Eat in kitchen, dining room, great room and back deck are some of the spaces new owners will enjoy. Two car garage, extra paved parking spaces in the driveway. Beautiful level backyard with space for family, pets, hobbies and friends. Schedule your appointment today!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4022456
May 12, 2023
Sold
$329,700
$199/sq ft
Apr 25, 2023
Contingent
—
Apr 20, 2023
Listed
$329,700
$199/sq ft
+29
Public Records
Dec 31, 2008
Sold
$130,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,940
$37,500 + $240,682
$278,182
2025
$1,940 (+3.0%)
$37,500 + $240,682
$278,182
2024
$1,885
$37,500 + $240,682
$278,182
2023
$1,885 (+34.8%)
$37,500 + $240,682
$278,182
2022
$1,398 (+1.0%)
$32,000 + $153,228
$185,228
2020
$1,385
$32,000 + $153,228
$185,228
2019
$1,385 (+30.4%)
$32,000 + $153,228
$185,228
2018
$1,061
$28,500 + $114,698
$143,198
2017
$1,061
$28,500 + $114,698
$143,198
2016
$1,061 (+0.4%)
$28,500 + $114,698
$143,198
2015
$1,057 (+7.0%)
$28,500 + $114,698
$143,198
2014
$988 (+4.0%)
$28,500 + $111,848
$140,348
2013
$950 (−1.5%)
$28,500 + $111,848
$140,348
2012
$965 (+1.7%)
$28,500 + $111,848
$140,348
2011
$948
$28,500 + $111,848
$140,348
Tax history for 688 Cress School Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,940
$37,500 + $240,682
$278,182
2025
$1,940 (+3.0%)
$37,500 + $240,682
$278,182
2024
$1,885
$37,500 + $240,682
$278,182
2023
$1,885 (+34.8%)
$37,500 + $240,682
$278,182
2022
$1,398 (+1.0%)
$32,000 + $153,228
$185,228
2020
$1,385
$32,000 + $153,228
$185,228
2019
$1,385 (+30.4%)
$32,000 + $153,228
$185,228
2018
$1,061
$28,500 + $114,698
$143,198
2017
$1,061
$28,500 + $114,698
$143,198
2016
$1,061 (+0.4%)
$28,500 + $114,698
$143,198
2015
$1,057 (+7.0%)
$28,500 + $114,698
$143,198
2014
$988 (+4.0%)
$28,500 + $111,848
$140,348
2013
$950 (−1.5%)
$28,500 + $111,848
$140,348
2012
$965 (+1.7%)
$28,500 + $111,848
$140,348
2011
$948
$28,500 + $111,848
$140,348
*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
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
2002
Sq. Ft.
1,654
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Rowan County
APN
479D045
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
RS
Residential Suburban
The purpose of this zoning district is to protect existing residential neighborhoods and promote the creation of more residential neighborhoods. These areas are typically near major thoroughfares and have or could be provided significant infrastructure. Commercial uses, business uses and multifamily uses are generally not allowed.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 3
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Log
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Natural Gas
Cooling Information: Central Air
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: R
Zoning Specification: RS
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.51
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
Has HOA
Association Name: Grace Ridge Homeowners Association
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $124
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Annual Expense: 496.00
School Information
Elementary School: Knollwood
Middle Or Junior High School: Southeast
High School: Jesse Carson
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,654
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: 2002
County: Rowan County
APN: 479D045
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1654
Living Area: 1654
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,654
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1654
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Knollwood Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
1/10
Southeast Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
1/10
Jesse C Carson High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
6/10
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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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
4/10 Wind Factor
14% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$326,000 – $395,000
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