Breathtaking long-range layered views in this beautiful 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home nestled on 1.14 acres in the exclusive Laurel Ridge gated community. LR views from nearly every room, this light-filled retreat offers timeless finishes & a seamless connection to nature. Soaring windows, rich wood floors, & a grand stone fireplace create an atmosphere of warmth & sophistication. Multiple expansive decks & patios invite indoor-outdoor living, perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings against a backdrop of Blue Ridge beauty. Open floor plan kitchen, dining & living on the main level plus cozy lower level den with wetbar & wine refrigerator. Flex space over the garage. Each bedroom features private or ensuite bath access. Home is being sold furnished with exceptions: Ring doorbell, indoor cameras & several staging items (see list in listing documents). Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or year-round living close to Boone & Banner Elk, this one checks every box. STR Permitted.
Single-familyProperty Type
2015Year Built
1.14 acresLot Size
$441Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Lisa Nobles• Keller Williams Ballantyne Area
Listed by Margaret Holder• Keller Williams High Country
Contact: lisa@lisanobles.com
Bought with Samantha Benfield• Keller Williams High Country
Breathtaking long-range layered views in this beautiful 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home nestled on 1.14 acres in the exclusive Laurel Ridge gated community. LR views from nearly every room, this light-filled retreat offers timeless finishes & a seamless connection to nature. Soaring windows, rich wood floors, & a grand stone fireplace create an atmosphere of warmth & sophistication. Multiple expansive decks & patios invite indoor-outdoor living, perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings against a backdrop of Blue Ridge beauty. Open floor plan kitchen, dining & living on the main level plus cozy lower level den with wetbar & wine refrigerator. Flex space over the garage. Each bedroom features private or ensuite bath access. Home is being sold furnished with exceptions: Ring doorbell, indoor cameras & several staging items (see list in listing documents). Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or year-round living close to Boone & Banner Elk, this one checks every box. STR Permitted.
Triad MLS #1189988
Sep 26, 2025
Sold
$1,450,000
$439/sq ft
Aug 25, 2025
Pending
—
Aug 5, 2025
Listed
$1,529,000
$463/sq ft
Aug 4, 2025
Coming Soon
$1,529,000
$463/sq ft
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Breathtaking long-range layered views in this beautiful 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home nestled on 1.14 acres in the exclusive Laurel Ridge gated community. LR views from nearly every room, this light-filled retreat offers timeless finishes & a seamless connection to nature. Soaring windows, rich wood floors, & a grand stone fireplace create an atmosphere of warmth & sophistication. Multiple expansive decks & patios invite indoor-outdoor living, perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings against a backdrop of Blue Ridge beauty. Open floor plan kitchen, dining & living on the main level plus cozy lower level den with wetbar & wine refrigerator. Flex space over the garage. Each bedroom features private or ensuite bath access. Home is being sold furnished with exceptions: Ring doorbell, indoor cameras & several staging items (see list in listing documents). Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or year-round living close to Boone & Banner Elk, this one checks every box. STR Permitted.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4278643
Sep 26, 2025
Sold
$1,450,000
$439/sq ft
Aug 25, 2025
Contingent
—
Aug 5, 2025
Listed
$1,529,000
$463/sq ft
Jul 29, 2025
Coming Soon
$1,529,000
$463/sq ft
HCMLS #234125
Dec 3, 2021
Sold
$1,329,000
$402/sq ft
Oct 27, 2021
Listed
$1,275,000
$386/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,164 (+19.0%)
$119,500 + $980,800
$1,100,300
2024
$3,499 (−15.3%)
$119,500 + $980,800
$1,100,300
2022
$4,129 (+52.1%)
$119,500 + $980,800
$1,100,300
2021
$2,716
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2020
$2,716
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2019
$2,716 (+12.0%)
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2018
$2,425
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2017
$2,425 (+10.7%)
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2016
$2,191 (+1,029.4%)
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2015
$194
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2014
$194
$53,700
Tax history for 148 Shuck Pen Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,164 (+19.0%)
$119,500 + $980,800
$1,100,300
2024
$3,499 (−15.3%)
$119,500 + $980,800
$1,100,300
2022
$4,129 (+52.1%)
$119,500 + $980,800
$1,100,300
2021
$2,716
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2020
$2,716
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2019
$2,716 (+12.0%)
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2018
$2,425
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2017
$2,425 (+10.7%)
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2016
$2,191 (+1,029.4%)
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2015
$194
$53,700 + $528,100
$581,800
2014
$194
$53,700
*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
3.5
Stories
1.2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.14 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,963
Year built
2015
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1981907690000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
Parking Features: Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 1
# of Bedrooms: Basement: 2
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Half Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths: Basement: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 3
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 7 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 8 Information
Room Level: Upper
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Finished
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Unvented, Living Room, Propane
Restrictions: Architectural Review,Short Term Rental Allowed,Subdivision
HOA Information
Association Name: Laurel Ridge HOA
Association Email: m.evans.135@gmail.com
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $1,250
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Fee 2: $100
Association Fee 2 Frequency: Annually
Association Annual Expense: 1350.00
School Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Directions: From Boone 105 S to right on Baird's Creek Road. Follow to top to Laurel Ridge SD on the right. Gate Code will be in ST confirmation. Once you go through gate take a right and follow up to the top. Turn left at T intersection and then your first right onto Shuck Pen Ridge. Home will be second on the right.
Community Information
Community Features: Gated
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,963
Stories: 1.2
Lot Size: 1.14 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2015
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1981907690000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 3303
Living Area: 3303
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,836
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,467
Sq. Ft. Upper: 369
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1467
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: Two
Security Features: Radon Mitigation System
Around this home
Schools
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.8mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 88° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Vilas, NC • 28692
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In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in
June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$1.39M – $1.68M
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