Waterfront homes for sale & real estate in Wilkes County, NC

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EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS | ONE LEVEL LIVING | EASY ACCESS | USABLE YARD | FLAT PARKING | OUTDOOR LIVING | SEPARATE ENTERTAINING SPACE | This adorable mountain getaway in the highly sought after gated Buck Mountain community is ready for its next owner. Recent exterior improvements include replacement and fresh staining of the deck boards, railings and pickets, a complete exterior wash, extensive new landscaping, and the creation of nearly level access to the home. If you have been searching for a mountain home with one level living, easy access, usable yard space and plenty of flat parking, this property deserves a closer look. Located in the highly sought after gated Buck Mountain community,

$465,000

2 beds2 baths1,173 sq ft

1158 Staghorn Rd, Purlear, NC 28665

Covered porch • Flat parking • Usable yard

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Waterfront Home for sale in Wilkes County, NC:
Welcome to your ultimate mountain escape, a beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage nestled on 9.88 acres of pure, secluded paradise. Offering the perfect blend of modern comfort and pristine nature, this property is a rare find, boasting an expansive spring-fed pond with a peaceful water fountain spout, an outdoor fire pit for crisp evenings, and stunning, long-range layered mountain views into Wilkes County. Step inside to an open-concept floor plan illuminated by natural light and crowned by soaring cathedral ceilings. The heart of the home features a cozy fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere that flows seamlessly through the heavily updated and meticulously rem

$499,000

2 beds2 baths1,024 sq ft

284 Grindstone Ln, Millers Creek, NC 28651

Spring fed pond • Cozy fireplace • Outdoor fire pit

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LOG HOME | LONG RANGE MOUNTAIN VIEWS | MAIN LEVEL LIVING | TWO CAR GARAGE | PAVED ROADS | SCREENED PORCH | HOT TUB | MULTIPLE OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES | SUNRISE VIEW | ATV FRIENDLY COMMUNITY | Welcome to 2235 Buck Mountain Road, a true log home tucked into the sought after Buck Mountain community. Designed for gathering, relaxing, and creating lasting memories, this spacious mountain retreat offers the combination of rustic character, functionality, and outdoor amenities that make this a legacy home. The main level features easy one level living with a spacious primary suite, inviting living room, and a stunning floor to ceiling stone fireplace that anchors the heart of the home. Step outsi

$925,000

4 beds4.5 baths4,429 sq ft

2235 Buck Mountain Rd, Purlear, NC 28665

Main level living • Hot tub • Screened porch

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Waterfront Home for sale in Wilkes County, NC:
This 3 bedroom, 2 and a half bathroom home is located in the gated community of Leatherwood Mountains. Nestled among the trees that sit above the meadow area of Leatherwood, this home has plenty of nature's majesty to share with you and your guests. Owners originally purchased two lots and were given permission to combine them into one, thereby only having one set of HOA dues. The parking area next to the road gives an easy walk into the covered front porch and entryway. The decks wrap around three sides of the house with the back deck being open to the skies above. Leatherwood strives to be a dark sky community and this back deck makes the perfect spot to enjoy the trees below or the stars

$549,500

3 beds2.5 baths1,800 sq ft

735 Holleridge Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624

Gated community • Covered front porch • Wrap around decks

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SUNSET VIEWS | EASY PAVED ACCESS | MULTIPLE OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES | BUNK ROOM | STORAGE SHED | PAVED DRIVEWAY | FURNISHED | ATV FRIENDLY COMMUNITY | This inviting cabin in the peaceful Buck Mountain community is the perfect place to slow down and enjoy time with the people you love. Conveniently located near the front of the community, the property offers easy paved road and paved driveway access, along with ample parking for family and friends. Whether you're arriving for a quiet weekend or a fun filled mountain getaway, getting here is easy. Inside, settle into the warm, welcoming great room, where high ceilings, a beautiful stone fireplace, and a wall of windows create a cozy gathering s

$545,000

2 beds3 baths1,756 sq ft

142 Fawn Ln, Purlear, NC 28665

Bunk room • Paved driveway • Storage shed

Property at 2831 Bethany Ford Rd, Roaring River, NC 28669, 4 beds, 5 baths

$1,450,000

4 beds5 baths11,028 sq ft

2831 Bethany Ford Rd, Roaring River, NC 28669

Property at 605 Valley View Dr, Purlear, NC 28665, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$599,900

2 beds2.5 baths2,227 sq ft

605 Valley View Dr, Purlear, NC 28665

Property at 1987 Buck Mountain Rd, Purlear, NC 28665, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$543,900

2 beds2.5 baths1,994 sq ft

1987 Buck Mountain Rd, Purlear, NC 28665

Property at 115 Pine Burr Dr, Purlear, NC 28665, 3 beds, 3 baths

$719,900

3 beds3 baths3,136 sq ft

115 Pine Burr Dr, Purlear, NC 28665

Property at 5020 Old Nc Highway 16 None, Millers Creek, NC 28651, 2 beds, 2 baths

$325,000

2 beds2 baths1,299 sq ft

5020 Old Nc Highway 16 None, Millers Creek, NC 28651

Property at 2228 Sparta Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659, 3 beds, 2 baths

$429,900

3 beds2 baths2,781 sq ft

2228 Sparta Rd, North Wilkesboro, NC 28659

Property at 4685 Rock Creek Rd, Hays, NC 28635, 3 beds, 1 bath

$249,000

3 beds1 bath1,176 sq ft

4685 Rock Creek Rd, Hays, NC 28635

Property at 318 Heron Dr, Wilkesboro, NC 28697, 3 beds, 2.5 baths

$1,299,500

3 beds2.5 baths2,464 sq ft

318 Heron Dr, Wilkesboro, NC 28697

Property at 711 Meadow Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624, 2 beds, 3 baths

$499,000

2 beds3 baths1,596 sq ft

711 Meadow Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624

Property at 490 Blue Heron Ln, Wilkesboro, NC 28697, 4 beds, 4 baths

$839,000

4 beds4 baths3,203 sq ft

490 Blue Heron Ln, Wilkesboro, NC 28697

Property at 2193 Hawthorne Ln, Wilkesboro, NC 28697, 5 beds, 4.5 baths

$745,000

5 beds4.5 baths5,636 sq ft

2193 Hawthorne Ln, Wilkesboro, NC 28697

Property at 139 Alpine Dr, Wilkesboro, NC 28697, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$479,900

2 beds2.5 baths2,851 sq ft

139 Alpine Dr, Wilkesboro, NC 28697

Property at 128 Deer Antler Dr, Purlear, NC 28665, 3 beds, 2 baths

$445,000

3 beds2 baths1,057 sq ft

128 Deer Antler Dr, Purlear, NC 28665

Property at 1155 Elk Ridge Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624, 3 beds, 3 baths

$895,000

3 beds3 baths2,531 sq ft

1155 Elk Ridge Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624

Property at 160 Outback Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624, 3 beds, 3 baths

$1,695,000

3 beds3 baths5,028 sq ft

160 Outback Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624

Property at 414 Elk Horn Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624, 3 beds, 2 baths

$735,000

3 beds2 baths2,460 sq ft

414 Elk Horn Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624

Property at 197 Fairview Dr, Traphill, NC 28685, 3 beds, 3.5 baths

$899,000

3 beds3.5 baths3,090 sq ft

197 Fairview Dr, Traphill, NC 28685

Property at 550 Big Sky Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624, 2 beds, 2 baths

$1,425,000

2 beds2 baths2,467 sq ft

550 Big Sky Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624

Property at 231 West Shore Dr, Wilkesboro, NC 28697, 2 beds, 2.5 baths

$949,000

2 beds2.5 baths2,297 sq ft

231 West Shore Dr, Wilkesboro, NC 28697

Property at 130 Hawkbill Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624, 2 beds, 2 baths

$895,000

2 beds2 baths1,444 sq ft

130 Hawkbill Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624

Property at 2095 Elk Ridge Rd, Ferguson, NC 28625, 2 beds, 2 baths

$589,500

2 beds2 baths1,359 sq ft

2095 Elk Ridge Rd, Ferguson, NC 28625

Property at Lot 20 & 21 Zinzendorf Ln Unit 20 & 21, Moravian Falls, NC 28654

$99,000

Land3.23 acres (lot)

Lot 20 & 21 Zinzendorf Ln Unit 20 & 21, Moravian Falls, NC 28654

Property at TBD Wolf Pen Rd #24, Purlear, NC 28665

$55,000

Land1.02 acres (lot)

TBD Wolf Pen Rd #24, Purlear, NC 28665

Property at TBD Blue Ridge Church Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694

$125,000

Land7.13 acres (lot)

TBD Blue Ridge Church Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694

Property at 6059 Mount Zion Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624

$309,000

Land44.63 acres (lot)

6059 Mount Zion Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624

Property at TBD Old Nc Highway 16 Hwy, Millers Creek, NC 28651

$18,000

Land2.08 acres (lot)

TBD Old Nc Highway 16 Hwy, Millers Creek, NC 28651

Property at TBA Stony Frk, Ferguson, NC 28624

$425,000

Land76.10 acres (lot)

TBA Stony Frk, Ferguson, NC 28624

Property at TBD Willowbrook Ln, Wilkesboro, NC 28659

$130,000

Land1.07 acres (lot)

TBD Willowbrook Ln, Wilkesboro, NC 28659

Property at 8586 Traphill Rd, Traphill, NC 28685

$1,950,000

Land167.00 acres (lot)

8586 Traphill Rd, Traphill, NC 28685

Property at 79 Elk Horn Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624

$74,500

Land4.90 acres (lot)

79 Elk Horn Rd, Ferguson, NC 28624

Property at 0000 N Old Nc Highway 16, Millers Creek, NC 28651

$129,500

Land14.42 acres (lot)

0000 N Old Nc Highway 16, Millers Creek, NC 28651

Property at 1701 Round Hill Church Rd, Traphill, NC 28685

$1,200,000

Land100.00 acres (lot)

1701 Round Hill Church Rd, Traphill, NC 28685

Property at 700 Nelson Ln, Millers Creek, NC 28651

$399,000

Land36.90 acres (lot)

700 Nelson Ln, Millers Creek, NC 28651

Property at TBD Rich Pine Dr #119, Purlear, NC 28665

$35,000

Land1.43 acres (lot)

TBD Rich Pine Dr #119, Purlear, NC 28665

Property at TBD Casey Mountain Rd #222, Purlear, NC 28665

$69,900

Land11.00 acres (lot)

TBD Casey Mountain Rd #222, Purlear, NC 28665

Property at 3024 Pearson Mountain Rd, Boomer, NC 28606

$79,000

Land16.00 acres (lot)

3024 Pearson Mountain Rd, Boomer, NC 28606

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Waterfront Homes for Sale in Wilkes County

There are currently 88 waterfront homes for sale in Wilkes County at a median listing price of $357K. Some of these homes are "Hot Homes," meaning they're likely to sell quickly. Most homes for sale in Wilkes County stay on the market for 88 days. This map is refreshed with the newest listings in Wilkes County every 15 minutes.

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