1280 River Bluff Trl, Tobaccoville, NC, 27050
About This Home
Introducing River Bluff Estate, a one-of-a-kind custom masterpiece. Completed in 2003 after four years of artisan construction, this home showcases rare materials and exceptional craftsmanship. The exterior features hand-laid Stratford Rose brick in Flemish bond, Virginia fieldstone, Crab Orchard flagstone, and custom redwood posts and railings by Amish artisan Allen Styres. Rear terraces include two levels of Pennsylvania blue slate decking supported by steel and poured concrete. Inside are extraordinary hardwoods including Black Walnut, Cherry, Oak, and rare Red Elm, with all solid-wood custom doors and millwork by Baird Brothers. Multiple fireplaces highlight the home, including a grand Virginia fieldstone fireplace in the great room. The kitchen offers custom Cherry cabinetry, Galaxy granite, industrial ventilation, and Enkeboll carved wood accents. A custom oak wine cellar, leaded and stained glass, and extensive engineered drainage/foundation systems complete this legacy estate.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Interior Condition: Very Good
- Year built: 2000
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Oven,Gas Water Heater,Humidifier,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Main Level
Basement
- Area: 3152
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom1
- Level: Main
Bathroom2
- Level: Second
Bathroom3
- Level: Second
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
- Area: 220.5
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
- Area: 184.2708
Bedroom4
- Level: Second
- Area: 264
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 260.5417
Family Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 126.5
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Window features: Insulated Windows
- Flooring: Wood
- Fireplace features: Gas Log,Stone,Three or More,See Remarks
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 3,152
- Finished area above ground: 5,812
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Heat Pump,Propane
- Cooling features: Central Air,Heat Pump
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 8,964
- Total interior livable area: 6,703 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 347.3889
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 227.7778
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 442.25
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 224.8889
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 5972881665
- Zoning: R-A
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Horses Allowed,Mature Trees
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: None
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Lot
- Lot size: 20.90 Acres
- Features: Cleared,Wooded
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached,Driveway,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
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
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Stokes 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 | $9,607 | $115,284 |
| Home Insurance * | $727 | $8,724 |
| Property Taxes | $903 | $10,836 |
| Electricity | $624 | $7,491 |
| Total | $11,861 | $142,332 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-09 | Price change | $1,899,999 |
| 2026-01-06 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000 |
| 2026-01-01 | Listing removed | $1,650,000 |
| 2025-09-23 | Price change | $1,650,000 |
| 2025-08-20 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000 |
| 2025-08-17 | Listing removed | $1,800,000 |
| 2025-03-20 | Listed for sale | $1,800,000 |
| 2025-02-02 | Listing removed | $1,890,000 |
| 2024-08-05 | Listed for sale | $1,890,000 |
| 2024-01-26 | Listing removed | $1,950,000 |
| 2023-08-09 | Price change | $1,950,000 |
| 2023-04-03 | Listed for sale | $2,500,000 |
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