Approximately 50.53 acres of beautiful mountain land offered in TWO SEPARATE TRACTS in the heart of North Carolina’s High Country! Tract 1 consists of 47.03 acres, and Tract 2 consists of 3.50 acres. Enjoy a scenic blend of hardwoods and evergreens, wooded privacy, a peaceful stream, and the potential for beautiful mountain views. With road frontage on Black Bear Inn Road and convenient access to Ashe, Watauga, and Wilkes Counties, this property offers an excellent opportunity for a mountain retreat, recreational getaway, or long-term investment. The 3.50-acre Tract 2 previously had a mobile home, which has since been removed. The existing well and septic system remain; however, permits could not be located. No current survey or perc test is available. Don't miss this opportunity to own two beautiful tracts of mountain property with plenty of potential in North Carolina's High Country!
Vacant landProperty Type
50.53 acresLot Size
$13,853Price/Acres
Listed by Martin Little• Northwestern Real Estate Services LLC
Listed by Angela Wyatt• Northwestern Real Estate Services LLC
Median sale price in this area is $468,471. (33% lower than this home)
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21% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Exterior
Exterior features
Creek and stream frontage
Views
Partially wooded and wooded areas
Level, rolling, and sloping terrain
Paved road access
Publicly maintained road
Home design
Land
Utilities
Septic needed
Sale and tax history for 557 Black Bear Inn Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HCMLS #265102
Nov 12, 2026
Listed
$700,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$217
$42,600 + $500
$43,100
2025
$217 (+4.1%)
$42,600 + $500
$43,100
2024
$209
$42,600 + $500
$43,100
2023
$209 (+3.3%)
$42,600 + $500
$43,100
2022
$202
$32,200 + $4,500
$36,700
2021
$202 (+13.9%)
$32,200 + $4,500
$36,700
2020
$177 (+2.0%)
$32,200 + $4,500
$36,700
2019
$174 (−2.0%)
$32,200 + $4,500
$36,700
2018
$177 (−1.3%)
$32,200 + $4,500
$36,700
2017
$180 (+2.7%)
$32,200 + $4,500
$36,700
2016
$175
$32,200 + $4,500
$36,700
2015
$175 (+16.7%)
$32,200 + $4,500
$36,700
2014
$150 (−46.5%)
$29,200 + $4,500
$33,700
2013
$280
$29,200 + $4,500
$33,700
Public record
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Lot size
3.15 Acres
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ashe County
APN
132955262560
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Last updated by owner on Oct 20, 2026.
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 89° expected this year, 21 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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Historical weather
West Jefferson, NC • 28694
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in West Jefferson. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.4 hrs
4.8 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 557 Black Bear Inn Rd
$693,370
$6,630 under list price of $700K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $625K to $775K.