81/ACRES-2967 Roby Martin Rd, Lenoir, NC, 28645
About This Home
Welcome to this extraordinary 81+/--acre property in the beautiful Happy Valley area, just 25 minutes from Blowing Rock. With Mulberry Creek greeting you at the entrance and meandering throughout the property, plus an additional creek on the acreage, this land offers natural beauty, privacy, and endless opportunity. The renovated rustic 2-bedroom, 1-bath cabin is full of charm and ideal as a full-time residence, weekend getaway, or vacation rental. The property also features an impressive nearly 4,600 square foot barn complete with 6 stalls (with the option for 3 additional stalls already plumbed for water), tack room, wash stall, office, fenced riding area, and separate living quarters above—perfect for a caretaker apartment or true barn living. Whether you’re dreaming of a private estate, family compound, equestrian facility, development, or investment property with vacation rentals, this property can bring your vision to life. Multiple level build sites, cut in roads and riding trails throughout the wooded acreage, and close proximity to the Blue Ridge Horseman’s Association trails make this a rare offering. Come explore all this incredible property has to offer—life is truly better with land.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2000
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Construction materials: Wood
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Oven,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Bathroom
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 767
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Ductless
- Cooling features: Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 767
- Total interior livable area: 767 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 2821657228
- Zoning: RA-20
- Special condition: Standard
- Horse amenities: Barn,Pasture,Riding Trail,Stable(s),Tack Room,Other - See Remarks
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Other - See Remarks
- Fencing: Fenced,Partial
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: None,Creek,Creek/Stream
Lot
- Lot size: 80.68 Acres
- Features: Cleared,Flood Plain/Bottom Land,Hilly,Level,Pasture,Private,Wooded
Parking
- Parking features: 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
- Cold Wave
- Ice Storm
- Landslide
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Caldwell 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 | $4,803 | $57,636 |
| Home Insurance * | $399 | $4,788 |
| Property Taxes | $482 | $5,784 |
| Electricity | $200 | $2,405 |
| Total | $5,884 | $70,608 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
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Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-02 | Price change | $949,900 |
| 2026-05-15 | Listed for sale | $989,000 |
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