166 Old Helton School Rd, Lansing, NC, 28643
About This Home
FIXER UPPER for SALE in the Helton Creek area of Lansing, NC! CASH ONLY - no mortgages. Needs a lot of work - it flooded with Hurricane Helene, washed out the right side of the foundation and approximately 1.5-2 feet of water entered the home. County Zoning office confirmed it can be repaired, no special regulations since it is NOT located in the 100 year flood plain. Built around 1890, has a well and septic. Metal roof installed around 6 years ago per previous owner. Approximately .75 acre lot. Great location - Helton Creek across the street, stocked with trout, walk to the convenience store & grill within seconds, playground/community center next door, & great access to 194 N. Being sold AS-IS. NO TRESPASSING - contact listing agent to schedule viewing. Listing agent is owner/seller.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1890
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space,Pillar/Post/Pier,Other - See Remarks
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Other
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: None
- Laundry features: Other
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Upper
Bedroom S
- Level: Upper
Bedroom S
- Level: Upper
Bedroom S
- Level: Upper
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Attic Other
- Flooring: Wood
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Attic: Other
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,896
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: None
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,896
- Total interior livable area: 2,896 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 06207061
- Zoning: R
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: None,Creek
Lot
- Lot size: 0.75 Acres
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 2
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
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Ice Storm
- Landslide
- Lightning
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Ashe County and North Carolina
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $379 | $4,548 |
| Home Insurance * | $25 | $300 |
| Property Taxes | $32 | $384 |
| Electricity | $269 | $3,236 |
| Total | $705 | $8,460 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-11 | Price change | $79,900 |
| 2026-03-27 | Price change | $85,000 |
| 2026-01-28 | Price change | $89,500 |
| 2026-01-07 | Listed for sale | $94,500 |
| 2015-11-17 | Sold | $22,000 |
| 2015-05-05 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2015-02-26 | Listed for sale | $15,000 |
| 2014-09-02 | Sold | $85,966 |
| 2010-05-11 | Sold | $80,000 |
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