1181 Big Plumtree Creek Road, Newland, NC, 28657
About This Home
Welcome to this spacious mountain home in Newland, NC, situated on 6.01 unrestricted acres with beautiful wooded surroundings and the soothing sounds of Plumtree Creek nearby. Offering 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, this property combines space, character, and flexibility in a scenic High Country setting. The main level features an inviting open-concept living and dining area with warm wood flooring, beautiful wormy chestnut cabinetry and wainscoting, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace/stove that adds mountain charm. A large bonus room on the main level provides versatile space that can serve as a den, office, playroom, guest area, or additional sleeping space. Outside, the home offers a large deck area with wooded views and the relaxing sounds of the nearby creek, creating a wonderful setting for outdoor seating or entertaining. The gently sloping yard offers usable outdoor space with room for gardening, recreation, or additional improvements. A detached 2-car garage/workshop provides excellent storage for vehicles, tools, equipment, or hobby space. With unrestricted acreage, the property offers numerous possibilities for full-time living, a second home, investment use, or future expansion. Conveniently located in Newland with easy access to the High Country’s outdoor recreation, dining, and amenities, this home offers mountain living with space to make it your own.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1973
Materials
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Masonry,Vinyl Siding,Wood Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level,Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Electric Range,Microwave,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: Dryer Hookup,Main Level
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,392
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Baseboard,Electric,Other,See Remarks
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,968
- Total interior livable area: 2,392 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 18140064428600000
Features
- Levels: Three Or More,Multi/Split
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Open
- Exterior features: Out Building(s)
Lot
- Lot size: 6.01 Acres
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt,Basement,Driveway,Detached,Garage,One Car Garage,Two Car Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
- 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
- Lightning
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Ice Storm
- Landslide
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Avery 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 | $1,805 | $21,660 |
| Home Insurance * | $69 | $828 |
| Property Taxes | $117 | $1,404 |
| Electricity | $222 | $2,673 |
| Total | $2,213 | $26,556 |
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
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-16 | Listed for sale | $375,000 |
| 2026-02-18 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2025-11-20 | Pending sale | $345,000 |
| 2025-11-06 | Price change | $345,000 |
| 2025-10-26 | Listed for sale | $349,000 |
| 2025-08-26 | Listing removed | $359,900 |
| 2025-08-25 | Price change | $359,900 |
| 2025-08-21 | Price change | $369,900 |
| 2025-08-18 | Price change | $389,900 |
| 2025-08-13 | Price change | $409,900 |
| 2025-08-05 | Listed for sale | $419,900 |
| 2022-03-04 | Sold | $295,000 |
| 2022-01-07 | Contingent | $299,950 |
| 2021-12-10 | Price change | $299,950 |
| 2021-10-31 | Listed for sale | $324,900 |
| 2006-04-28 | Sold | $191,000 |
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