166-acres Lower Rush Branch Road

Sugar Grove, NC 28679

$1,990,000
Price
7,261,887 / 166.71
Lot Size / Acres

Description

Rare offering of 166+ ac of pastures, streams, long-range mountain views, & 1,680+ feet of Watauga River frontage! One of the most spectacular areas of the river w/ banks for fishing, sandy beach areas, & private 3.5 +/- ac island (+quick access to rafting/Watauga Lake). Features include mix of pasture/wooded land w/ springs, streams, trails, & views from several locations, multiple build sites, & functional barn. Tract is build-ready & would make perfect homestead w/ current/active 6BR septic permit,...Rare offering of 166+ ac of pastures, streams, long-range mountain views, & 1,680+ feet of Watauga River frontage! One of the most spectacular areas of the river w/ banks for fishing, sandy beach areas, & private 3.5 +/- ac island (+quick access to rafting/Watauga Lake). Features include mix of pasture/wooded land w/ springs, streams, trails, & views from several locations, multiple build sites, & functional barn. Tract is build-ready & would make perfect homestead w/ current/active 6BR septic permit, high-yield well (8 GPM) underground electric, & gravel drive offering easy access to barn/build sites. Fiber-Optic HS internet available! Potential for many uses; perfect family estate property, horse property, or investment opportunity w/ development potential- no zoning/no restrictions ! Easy access year-round from state-maintained roads; 20 min from ASU/Boone. With exception of small family burial ground (tucked discreetly in woods, near beginning of property), tract is unrestricted.
  1. Listed by Jay Vincent • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vincent Properties • jay@vincentproperties.com

Property Details for 166-acres Lower Rush Branch Road

Waterfront Features
Other - See Remarks
View
Long Range, Mountain(s), Water, Year Round
LISTING UPDATED: 08/21/2024 02:00 PM

Property Details for 166-acres Lower Rush Branch Road

StatusActive
MLS #4157569
Days on Market112
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeLand
MLS TypeLand / Acreage
Year Built-
Lot Size166.71 AC
CountyWatauga County

Building Information for 166-acres Lower Rush Branch Road

Lot Size166.71 AC

Property Information for 166-acres Lower Rush Branch Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water Body Name: Watauga River
  • Road Frontage Type: State Road, Other - See Remarks
  • Longitude: -81.85265606
  • Latitude: 36.26356039
  • Directions: From the Hwy 105 Bypass & Hwy 421 intersection in Boone, head NW on Hwy 421 toward Vilas. Continue for 3.5 mi & turn left (just before Skateworld) to continue on Hwy 321 N. Continue for 4.7 mi to the right onto Rush Branch Rd. In 2.4 miles, take the left onto Lower Rush Branch Rd & property entrance will be on your left in appx. 0.4 mi (see sign). Cross bridge & continue on private drive & stay left where the road forks to continue through property to pasture/barn/build sites.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $1,179,500.00
  • Parcel Number: 1952-86-9605-000
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Watauga
  • High School: Watauga
  • Elementary School: Bethal
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
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Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 2500
  • Sq Ft Building Minimum: 0
  • Lot Features: Creek Front, Pasture, River Front, Creek/Stream, Views, Wooded, Other - See Remarks
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Possible Use: Agricultural, Development, Farm, Gardening, Horses, Multi-Family, Orchard, Pasture/Grazing, Private Estate, Recreational, Residential, Other - See Remarks
  • Property Type: Land
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: 28/217
  • Restrictions: Short Term Rental Allowed
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Needed, Other - See Remarks
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Fiber Optics, Underground Utilities, Other - See Remarks
  • Water Source: Well Needed
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Horse Amenities: Barn, Pasture
  • Other Structures: Barn(s)
Interior Features
  • Habitable Residence YN: No
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lease Considered YN: No

Property History for 166-acres Lower Rush Branch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
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Schools near 166-acres Lower Rush Branch Road

This home is within Watauga County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bethel Elementary
PublicPK to 8

Watauga High
Public9 to 12

Watauga Virtual Academy
PublicK to 8

Watauga Innovation Academy
Public9 to 12

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166-acres Lower Rush Branch Road is a 166.71 ac of land for sale in Sugar Grove, NC 28679. This property was listed for sale on August 1, 2024 by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vincent Properties, it's currently listed at $1,990,000. This listing's school district is Watauga County School District. Nearby schools include Bethel Elementary, Watauga High and Watauga Virtual Academy. 166-acres Lower Rush Branch Road is a 0-bed, 0-bath, 166.71 ac of land on a 7,261,887 sq. ft. / 166.71 acres lot.

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