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Off market may 2023 for $445K

$522,645

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,278/mo

•

1,500

sq ft

525 Chestnut Farms Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694

About this home

Looking for a log cabin, on acreage, in the coolest corner of the NC mountains? Then look no further, this cozy comfortable log home is just waiting for you to enjoy the beautiful views off the covered front porch rain or shine. Spacious kitchen with pantry recently updated with granite and stainless appliances. Two large bedrooms and recently updated tile bathrooms. Open plan living room with vaulted ceilings, a gas free standing stove/fireplace for additional winter heat. Dining area opens out to the rear deck for grilling and eating outdoors. Secluded 5.4 acres with the house on Lot 2 and a buffer lot 3 also included. Beautiful West Jefferson is nearby, a lovely rural authentic mountain town that has undergone a tremendous resurgence & revitalization in the past few years, you can feel the synergy. Enjoy all the downtown amenities within minutes of your home, & use it as a base to explore & experience all that the area has to offer, including hiking the many & varied trails, canoeing/tubing, floating on the New River, drive the Blue Ridge Parkway, fishing, cycling, golf, Boone & App State University with all the culture & activities that brings, and Blowing Rock.

Single-familyProperty Type

1999Year Built

5.44 acresLot Size

$348Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Hugh Rees-Jones • Regency Properties

Contact: 336-246-2307

Bought with William Massey • High Country Realty of North Carolina

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•Source:HCMLS #242950

Redfin Estimate

$522,645

$78K since sold in May 2023$7,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 25.4% higher than the average sale price ($417K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD DEC 17, 2025
$535,000
A
2 beds2 baths1,371 sq ft
450 Chestnut Creek Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694
SOLD SEP 25, 2026
$345,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,221 sq ft
1521 Nc Highway 194, West Jefferson, NC 28694
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$465,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,586 sq ft
249 Candle St, West Jefferson, NC 28694
SOLD MAY 20, 2026
$325,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,680 sq ft
340 Rocky Gap Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694
SOLD FEB 18, 2026
$445,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,596 sq ft
108 Chestnut Creek Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694
SOLD JUN 15, 2026
$386,400
F
2 beds2 baths1,644 sq ft
359 Pioneer Path, West Jefferson, NC 28694

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Market trends in 28694, NC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

96.6%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$405K

$40K MoM

Avg. days on market

65d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

New listings for sale

NEW 20 HRS AGO
$314,900
3 beds2 baths1,943 sq ft
334 Beaver Creek Rd Unit B, West Jefferson, NC 28694
NEW 22 HRS AGO
$269,000
3 beds1 bath1,000 sq ft
155 Harless Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694
NEW 27 HRS AGO
$300,000
2 beds2 baths1,318 sq ft
103 Burkett Ave, West Jefferson, NC 28694
$449,900
3 beds2 baths1,552 sq ft
182 Melody Ln, West Jefferson, NC 28694
$698,900
2 beds3.5 baths2,562 sq ft
1099 Lauren Ln, West Jefferson, NC 28694
$768,800
2 beds2 baths2,522 sq ft
334 Indian Lake Dr, West Jefferson, NC 28694
$249,900
3 beds2 baths1,232 sq ft
1567 Will Vannoy Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694
$349,900
3 beds2 baths1,447 sq ft
1607 Will Vannoy Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694
$475,000
2 beds3.5 baths2,237 sq ft
1151 Buck Mountain Cir, West Jefferson, NC 28694
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Sale history for 525 Chestnut Farms Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #242950

May 25, 2023

Sold

$445,000

$297/sq ft

Apr 27, 2023

Contingent

—

Apr 19, 2023

Listed

$450,000

$300/sq ft

HCMLS #206804

Sep 28, 2018

Sold

$280,000

$187/sq ft

Apr 17, 2018

Listed

$289,000

$193/sq ft

+27

A wonderful cabin on 5.4 very private acres (two lots) with views galore! Enjoy the N. C mountain sounds and views from the covered front porch or the open back deck (which faces West). The interior is flooded with natural light & offers an open floor plan with wood floors throughout. Vaulted ceiling and skylight lights in the Great Room. The updated kitchen has a breakfast bar, granite countertops, pantry and an abundance of storage space. Dining opens to back deck for easy entertaining. Spacious master suite with updated master bath. Centrally heated and air conditioned. This is a great mountain retreat or even a year-round home. Updates to 525 Chestnut Farm cabin: New roof 2015, stained in 2016, new kitchen cabinets and granite countertops, remodeled both baths, skylights installed 2017, new cabinets in the laundry, and new back deck and steps.

Public Records

Oct 21, 1999

Sold

$186,500

$124/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,089 (+11.5%)

$50,000 + $348,700

$398,700

2025

$1,874 (+8.3%)

$50,000 + $307,600

$357,600

2024

$1,731

$50,000 + $307,600

$357,600

2023

$1,731 (+34.2%)

$50,000 + $307,600

$357,600

2022

$1,290

$40,000 + $171,100

$211,100

2021

$1,290 (+12.3%)

$40,000 + $171,100

$211,100

2020

$1,149 (+4.5%)

$40,000 + $171,100

$211,100

2019

$1,099 (−1.8%)

$40,000 + $171,100

$211,100

2018

$1,119

$40,000 + $175,000

$215,000

2017

$1,119 (+2.0%)

$40,000 + $175,000

$215,000

2016

$1,097

$40,000 + $175,000

$215,000

2015

$1,097 (−10.2%)

$40,000 + $175,000

$215,000

2014

$1,221

$65,000 + $196,700

$261,700

2013

$1,221

$65,000 + $196,700

$261,700

Tax history for 525 Chestnut Farms Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$2,089 (+11.5%)

$50,000 + $348,700

$398,700

2025

$1,874 (+8.3%)

$50,000 + $307,600

$357,600

2024

$1,731

$50,000 + $307,600

$357,600

2023

$1,731 (+34.2%)

$50,000 + $307,600

$357,600

2022

$1,290

$40,000 + $171,100

$211,100

2021

$1,290 (+12.3%)

$40,000 + $171,100

$211,100

2020

$1,149 (+4.5%)

$40,000 + $171,100

$211,100

2019

$1,099 (−1.8%)

$40,000 + $171,100

$211,100

2018

$1,119

$40,000 + $175,000

$215,000

2017

$1,119 (+2.0%)

$40,000 + $175,000

$215,000

2016

$1,097

$40,000 + $175,000

$215,000

2015

$1,097 (−10.2%)

$40,000 + $175,000

$215,000

2014

$1,221

$65,000 + $196,700

$261,700

2013

$1,221

$65,000 + $196,700

$261,700

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.72 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,764

Year built

1999

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Ashe County

APN

192957640540

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Parking Features: Gravel, Driveway, Garage, Private

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Other, See Remarks

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Gas, Other, See Remarks, Propane

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Other, Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,500
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Log

Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Shed(s)

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
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 5.442
Lot Size Area: 5.442
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 5.442
Additional Parcels Description: 19190023003
Zoning Description: None,Residential

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,478.94

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank, Private Sewer

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $460
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $38.33

Schools Information
Elementary School: Westwood
High School: Ashe County

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Chestnut Mountain Farms

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,764
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: —
County: Ashe County
APN: 192957640540

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
AttributionContact: 336-246-2307

Around this home

Schools

Westwood Elementary

Public K-6 • Assigned • 2.7mi

8/10

Ashe County Middle

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi

10/10

Ashe County High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi

4/10

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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

2/10 Heat Factor

8 days above 88° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

1/10 Air Factor

0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in June and 4.7 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$497,000 – $602,000

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Home values near 525 Chestnut Farms Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
755 Chestnut Farms Rd, West Jefferson, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1490 Sq. Ft.	$550,939
3910 Bald Mountain Rd, West Jefferson, NC 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 7576 Sq. Ft.	$1,168,355

Address	Redfin Estimate
451 Chestnut Farms Rd, West Jefferson, NC - Beds \| - Baths \| 1068 Sq. Ft.	$393,839
398 Chestnut Creek Rd, West Jefferson, NC - Beds \| - Baths \| 1613 Sq. Ft.	$430,679

Address	Redfin Estimate
755 Chestnut Farms Rd Apartment 4, West Jefferson, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1490 Sq. Ft.	$559,220
295 Chestnut Creek Rd, West Jefferson, NC - Beds \| - Baths \| 1638 Sq. Ft.	$515,848

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