Take a look at this charming antique mountain farmhouse! Built in 1936, this comfortable 3 bedroom home is located in the quiet community of Vilas just 25 minutes from downtown Boone. The main level offers a bedroom, bathroom, two living areas, an office space or den, a large eat-in kitchen, and a full laundry room. Upstairs you'll find two additional bedrooms and an additional dormer living area. There is a large fenced yard adjoining the house, and a spacious covered front porch to take in the quiet mountain view.
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$174Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Cynthia Carlson• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
Listed by Craig Carlson• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
Bought with Craig Carlson• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
Bought with Cynthia Carlson• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
Enjoy country living at its best from this updated early 1900's cottage style farmhouse offering tons of character!! Home offers 3BR/1BA, over 1600sqft, partial unfinished basement, easy access, fireplace, good pastoral views, wood floors, covered front porch and more!! Recent updates include; new metal roof, new front porch, all new windows except in mud room, new vinyl floors in kitchen and bathroom, new carpet in master bedroom, laundry room addition, wood floors refinished throughout and new drywall on walls/ceilings on second level. Would make a great fulltime or seasonal residence. Located in the Beautiful Bethel community just off Beaverdam creek very close to Bethel School and Park!!
HCMLS #194224
Jan 12, 2016
Sold
$125,000
$75/sq ft
Sep 21, 2015
Listed
$129,900
$78/sq ft
+6
Enjoy country living at its best from this updated early 1900's cottage style farmhouse offering tons of character!! Home offers 3BR/1BA, over 1600sqft, partial unfinished basement, easy access, fireplace, good pastoral views, wood floors, covered front porch and more!! Recent updates include; new metal roof, new front porch, all new windows except in mud room, new vinyl floors in kitchen and bathroom, new carpet in master bedroom, laundry room addition, wood floors refinished throughout and new drywall on walls/ceilings on second level. Would make a great fulltime or seasonal residence. Located in the Beautiful Bethel community just off Beaverdam creek very close to Bethel School and Park!!
Public Records
May 15, 2007
Sold
$162,000
$97/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 2006
Sold
$72,000
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 21, 2005
Sold
$82,500
$49/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$766 (+1.6%)
$11,200 + $165,700
$176,900
2024
$754
$11,200 + $165,700
$176,900
2023
$754 (+3.1%)
$11,200 + $165,700
$176,900
2022
$731 (+8.8%)
$11,200 + $165,700
$176,900
2021
$672
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2020
$672
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2019
$672 (+10.8%)
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2018
$606
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2017
$606 (+9.4%)
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2016
$554
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2015
$554
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2014
$554
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
Tax history for 1165 Bethel Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$766 (+1.6%)
$11,200 + $165,700
$176,900
2024
$754
$11,200 + $165,700
$176,900
2023
$754 (+3.1%)
$11,200 + $165,700
$176,900
2022
$731 (+8.8%)
$11,200 + $165,700
$176,900
2021
$672
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2020
$672
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2019
$672 (+10.8%)
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2018
$606
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2017
$606 (+9.4%)
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2016
$554
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2015
$554
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
2014
$554
$11,200 + $119,400
$130,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,534
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1963366946000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel, No Garage, Shared Driveway
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Has Heating
Heating: Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partially Finished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,670
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Frame
Property Features
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size : 0.32
Lot Size Area: 0.32
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.32
Zoning Description: None
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $671.62
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Bethel
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,534
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Watauga County
APN: 1963366946000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
Around this home
Schools
Bethel Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
5/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.7mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance 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
8 days above 89° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Vilas, NC • 28692
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$276,000 – $334,000
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