Looking for a home with that in-the-country feel but near everything? This well maintained brick home in Western Watauga County on 6.67 acres, a mix of pasture and woods with stream could be what you are looking for. Perfect mini-farm for horses or any other pets/livestock you desire. Enjoy the long range views from the front porch or take your afternoon nap on the back deck. If you are feeling energetic, maybe walk to the top of your mountain enjoying the birds and wildflowers along the way. You will love the easy access with little traffic. Bike or walk to Old Cove Creek School for community, gym activities, a well equipped playground, sports fields, tennis courts, outdoor basketball court, walking tract, access to Cove Creek, a daycare and Jung Tao School of Classical Medicine. Western Branch of Watauga County Library with community center. This 3bd/2ba comes with most of the furnishing and generator. Full walkout basement with one car garage and workshop area, bonus room, laundry area. You can add wood stove in basement for added heat if desired. New roof in 2015 and new heat system in 2014. High speed internet available.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
6.67 acresLot Size
$363Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Rita Storie• A Plus Realty & Investments
Bought with NON MEMBER Member• Non Member
Source:TVRMLS #421938
Redfin Estimate
$453,462
$78K since sold in February 2026$9,000 since October
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This home's estimate is 0.9% lower than the average sale price ($457K) of 6 comparable homes.
Looking for a home with that in-the-country feel but near everything? This well maintained brick home in Western Watauga County on 6.67 acres, a mix of pasture and woods with stream could be what you are looking for. Perfect mini-farm for horses or any other pets/livestock you desire. Enjoy the long range views from the front porch or take your afternoon nap on the back deck. If you are feeling energetic, maybe walk to the top of your mountain enjoying the birds and wildflowers along the way. You will love the easy access with little traffic. Bike or walk to Old Cove Creek School for community, gym activities, a well equipped playground, sports fields, tennis courts, outdoor basketball court, walking tract, access to Cove Creek, a daycare and Jung Tao School of Classical Medicine. Western Branch of Watauga County Library with community center. This 3bd/2ba comes with most of the furnishing and generator. Full walkout basement with one car garage and workshop area, bonus room, laundry area. You can add wood stove in basement for added heat if desired. New roof in 2015 and new heat system in 2014. High speed internet available.
HCMLS #214909
Jul 16, 2019
Sold
$226,900
$182/sq ft
May 18, 2019
Listed
$229,900
$184/sq ft
+17
Looking for a home with that in-the-country feel but near everything? This well maintained brick home in Western Watauga County on 6.67 acres, a mix of pasture and woods with stream could be what you are looking for. Perfect mini-farm for horses or any other pets/livestock you desire. Enjoy the long range views from the front porch or take your afternoon nap on the back deck. If you are feeling energetic, maybe walk to the top of your mountain enjoying the birds and wildflowers along the way. You will love the easy access with little traffic. Bike or walk to Old Cove Creek School for community, gym activities, a well equipped playground, sports fields, tennis courts, outdoor basketball court, walking tract, access to Cove Creek, a daycare and Jung Tao School of Classical Medicine. Western Branch of Watauga County Library with community center. This 3bd/2ba comes with most of the furnishing and generator. Full walkout basement with one car garage and workshop area, bonus room, laundry area. You can add wood stove in basement for added heat if desired. New roof in 2015 and new heat system in 2014. High speed internet available.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,160 (+1.1%)
$54,600 + $229,400
$284,000
2024
$1,148
$54,600 + $229,400
$284,000
2023
$1,148 (+2.0%)
$54,600 + $229,400
$284,000
2022
$1,125 (+117.5%)
$54,600 + $229,400
$284,000
2019
$517 (+10.3%)
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
2018
$469
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
2017
$469 (+9.1%)
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
2016
$430
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
2015
$430
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
2014
$430
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
Tax history for 195 Willard Johnson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,160 (+1.1%)
$54,600 + $229,400
$284,000
2024
$1,148
$54,600 + $229,400
$284,000
2023
$1,148 (+2.0%)
$54,600 + $229,400
$284,000
2022
$1,125 (+117.5%)
$54,600 + $229,400
$284,000
2019
$517 (+10.3%)
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
2018
$469
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
2017
$469 (+9.1%)
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
2016
$430
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
2015
$430
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
2014
$430
$45,500 + $122,100
$167,600
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 1,248
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
# of Bathroom Fixtures: 5
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Hot Water
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Good
Foundation Type: Continuous Wall
Building Style Type: Ranch
Exterior Wall: Brick
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 1,248
Building Sq. Ft: 2,496
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: T-1 GENEVA JOHNSON
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 290,545
Legal Block Number: 68
Municipality Name: COVE CREEK
Acres: 6.67
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL 1 FAMILY
Location Information
Parcel Location Influence: Neighborhood / Spot
Utility Information
Water Service Type: Private
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,248
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6.67 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1972684873000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 29, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Cove Creek Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.8mi
8/10
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Climate risks
10/10 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
7 days above 89° expected this year, 22 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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Estimated sale price
$431,000 – $522,000
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