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173 Woodby Ridge Rd, Vilas, NC 28692
About this home
True Log Cabin with extra wide porch that wraps all the way around to enjoy the beautful views off the back deck! Front porch is covered and a welcoming spot to relax. Almost level access into the cabin with just a few steps, a big plus for older guests. In excellent condition and the great location can't be beat, convenient to Boone and Banner Elk in the Valle Crucis area. Rustic interior is cozy and inviting with wood floors, tongue & groove ceilings and stone fireplace. A bedrooms and bath on each level. Master suite is upstairs with loft. Lots of parking and good access.
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Sale history for 173 Woodby Ridge Rd
$136/sq ft
$140/sq ft
Tax history for 173 Woodby Ridge Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking/Garage Information
- Parking Features: Gravel, Driveway, No Garage, Private
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Full Bathrooms: 2
- Heating & Cooling
- Cooling: None
- Has Heating
- Heating: Forced Air, Propane
- Interior Features
- Window Features: Double Pane Windows
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace Features: Stone
- Room Information
- Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
- Has Basement
- Basement Details: Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Wrap Around
- Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
- Building Information
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1,922
- Levels: Two
- # of Stories Total: 2
- Construction Materials: Log
- 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: Gravel, Paved
- Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
- Road Frontage Type: Private Road
- Lot Size : 0.54
- Lot Size Area: 0.54
- Lot Size Units: Acres
- Lot Size Acres: 0.54
- Zoning Description: Deed Restrictions,Subdivision
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $1,083
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Shared Well
- Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
- HOA Information
- Has Homeowners Association
- Association Fee: $250
- Association Fee Frequency: Annually
- Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $20.83
- Schools Information
- Elementary School: Valle Crucis
- Location Information
- Subdivision Name: Willow Creek Estates
Public facts
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 2.0
- Sq. Ft.: 1,710
- Stories: 1.5
- Lot Size: 0.54 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 2005
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Watauga County
- APN: 1990241487000
Other
- Listing Information
- List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
Around this home
Schools Places Transit
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.7mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
8 days above 88° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in June and 4.8 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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