1987 Buck Mountain Road, Purlear, NC, 28665
About This Home
Long Range Views | Covered Porch | Fire Pit | Bonus Room | Usable Yard | Flat Parking | Storage Shed | ATV Community | Hiking Trails | Experience peaceful mountain living in the private setting of this 2 bedroom cabin with additional sleeping area. Located in the popular Buck Mountain Community, surrounded by nature and offering long range mountain views, this cozy cabin is the perfect escape for those seeking a mountain getaway. Inside, you'll find the warmth of hardwood floors, a gas log fireplace, and a main level primary suite. Upstairs is a spacious loft bedroom with half bath. Downstairs is a versatile basement bonus room with full bath. The basement could serve as an additional sleeping area, game room, or home office. With fiber optic internet, this cabin is ideal for remote workers who want the quiet of mountain living while remaining connected to the world. Travel is convenient with Charlotte just 1 hour away, Winston-Salem 1 hour 40 minutes, and Raleigh under 3 hours. Around the cabin you’ll find usable yard space, plenty of room for flat parking and easy turn around. Enjoy the mountain setting on the covered porch or patio. Make lasting memories around the backyard firepit. There is room to store your ATV and outdoor gear in the detached storage building with lean-to. This cabin offers the best of both worlds; cozy cabin living inside and an abundance of outdoor living spaces. Buck Mountain's 3,400 acre gated community is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts and home to Wilkes County's only gated ATV community. Residents enjoy miles of ATV and hiking trails, waterfalls, parks, pavilions, a helipad, community center, and an outdoor activity center that hosts live music and community gatherings throughout the year. Centrally located just 35 minutes from Boone, West Jefferson, and Wilkesboro, you'll also be close to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Kerr Scott Lake, Appalachian State University, shopping, dining, wineries, breweries, golf, mountain biking, and skiing. Whether you're searching for a weekend getaway, seasonal retreat, or full-time mountain home, this cabin delivers the privacy, views, and lifestyle that make the North Carolina High Country so special. Check out the video tour. Concrete patio wired for hot tub.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2003
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Stone,Wood Siding,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain,Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Dishwasher,Electric Range,Electric Water Heater,Microwave Hood Fan,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Finished,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Carbon Monoxide Detector,Furnished,Window Treatments
- Window features: Window Treatments
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One,Gas,Stone
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 683
- Finished area above ground: 1,311
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Propane
- Cooling features: Central Air,1 Unit,Wall/Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,227
- Total interior livable area: 1,994 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 0801411
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered,Multiple,Open
- Exterior features: Fire Pit,Other,Storage,See Remarks,Gravel Driveway
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range,Mountain(s),Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Lot size: 2.10 Acres
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway,Gravel,Private,Shared Driveway
- 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
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Wilkes 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 | $2,750 | $33,000 |
| Home Insurance * | $160 | $1,920 |
| Property Taxes | $224 | $2,688 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $3,334 | $40,008 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-16 | Listed for sale | $543,900 |
| 2014-04-17 | Sold | $166,400 |
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