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170 Mountain Laurel Lane, Blowing Rock, NC, 28605

2beds
4baths
2,795sqft
$550,000
$197price/sqft
$3,362/moest. monthly cost
$134,480/yrincome needed

About This Home

Short term rentals allowed! Exceptional Mountain Log Cabin in Desirable Fox Den Subdivision..Entering the Log Cabin with Soaring beamed ceiling and T&G pine, it features a two story stucco gas-log fireplace with tile accents, stained glass window & Mexican tile flooring. Then the spacious great room opens out to 2 huge covered decks. The First floor also features primary bedroom with bath and includes walk-in closet. Then an Open Loft provides one additional bedroom, a bonus room & a sitting area. The Large Spacious Kitchen features Custom Hickory cabinets and Modern refrigerator & microwave and adjoins to the lovely dining area. The downstairs features a finished family room and includes a full bath and an efficiency kitchen with bar seating. The lower level also offers a Huge deck which is accessible from the 2 car oversized garage & big parking area. The upper paved driveway allows for no-step entrance to main level and the beautiful wooded area provides quiet privacy. Brand new roof, May 2025!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
0
BikeNot Bike Friendly

Schools

6/10
Blowing Rock ElementaryGrades PK-83.4 mi
8/10
Watauga HighGrades 9-122.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1998

Materials

  • Foundation: Basement
  • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
  • Construction materials: Log,Stone,Stucco

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Log Home,Mountain
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Gas Range,Gas Water Heater,Microwave Hood Fan,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Laundry features: Washer Hookup,Dryer Hookup,Main Level

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Finished

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 4
  • Full bathrooms: 3
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Second Kitchen
  • Window features: Double Pane Windows
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: One,Gas,Vented,Propane
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Attic: None
  • Finished area below ground: 681
  • Finished area above ground: 2,114

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air,Fireplace(s),Propane
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 3,484
  • Total interior livable area: 2,795 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 2819645371000

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Multiple,Wrap Around
  • Exterior features: Gravel Driveway,Paved Driveway
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Mountain(s),Seasonal View,Trees/Woods

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.76 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Basement,Driveway,Garage,Two Car Garage,Gravel,Oversized,Paved,Private
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormRelatively High
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Ice Storm
Landslide
Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Watauga County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,781$33,372
Home Insurance *$136$1,632
Property Taxes $185$2,220
Electricity $260$3,123
Total$3,362$40,344
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$115,268/yr
40% on housing$100,860/yr
45% on housing$89,653/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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NCIUA - Coastal Property Insurance Pool (CPIP)

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.3%
9.3%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.8%
0.8%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$197This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 28605$591
Watauga County$296

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 28605$382
Watauga County$292

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-03-14Price change$599,900
2025-08-25Price change$650,000
2025-06-20Listed for sale$699,900
2016-11-01Listing removed$299,900
2015-02-01Listing removed$339,000
2014-06-18Listed for sale$339,000
2003-04-15Sold$267,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMatt de Camara
Brokeragede Camara Properties

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