248 James F. Watson Rd Rd, West Jefferson, NC 28694
About this home
Tucked away on 5 unrestricted acres, this inviting mountain property offers privacy, versatility, and room to enjoy the outdoors, all surrounded by the natural beauty of the High Country. A beautiful driveway welcomes you onto the property, where open areas, mature trees, mountain views, and a spring-fed pond create a peaceful setting with plenty of possibilities. The home offers over 2,200 square feet of living space, plus an additional 475 square feet of heated partially finished basement area. This sheetrocked lower-level space provides added flexibility and could serve as a home gym, workshop, hobby or craft area, or additional storage. Outside, a multi-use metal building provides additional storage and could also serve as a shelter or barn for animals. A brand-new, never-used chicken coop with a 16-foot enclosed run is ready for its first flock and designed to help keep chickens protected. With 5 unrestricted acres, there is room for gardening, animals, recreation, or simply enjoying the privacy and beauty of your surroundings. Open areas, wooded spaces, mountain views, and the spring-fed pond give this property the kind of setting that makes mountain living special. A new metal roof installed in 2023 adds to the home's appeal while the propane-powered Generac generator gives you peace of mind. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or a property with space to create your own mini-homestead, 248 James F. Watson Road offers the acreage, flexibility, and setting to make it your own.
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
5.16 acresLot Size
$278Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Michelle Halsey Dix• A-1 Mountain Realty
Sale and tax history for 248 James F. Watson Rd Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
HCMLS #264537
Sep 28, 2026
Listed
$619,000
$278/sq ft
HCMLS #238587
Oct 7, 2022
Sold
$457,000
$205/sq ft
Jul 7, 2022
Listed
$469,000
$211/sq ft
+40
Over 5 acres of paradise, in the lovely Parkway Pointe community. Peaceful, quiet & serene, just like a mountain home should be. Minutes to the historic New River for fishing, kayaking, or canoeing. Ten minutes to shopping in West Jefferson and a short 25 minutes to Boone or Wilkesboro. This mountain home offers charm, convenience & location. The outdoor space is overflowing with beautiful landscaping, a pond, and ample room for animals and livestock. Entertain outdoors on your patio with a covered, wrap deck area overlooking the pond. A cozy LR lets the outdoors inside with the Blue Ridge Mountains as your backdrop. This kitchen makes cooking simple with a functional balance of comfort & convenience. A sizable laundry room is conveniently located off the kitchen—two bedrooms on the main level, including the primary ensuite. The downstairs has been renovated to include 2 office spaces, a wet bar and a large den/ playroom. The newer HVAC has an automatic whole basement dehumidifier system. House is equipped with a backup generator. A two-sided Fireplace in the basement adds a cozy, family feel. Great workshop & storage area. This home is a special oasis in the High Country.
HCMLS #216835
Oct 16, 2019
Sold
$262,500
$118/sq ft
Aug 6, 2019
Listed
$270,000
$121/sq ft
+38
Next door to everything, 5 acres of paradise, just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Peaceful, quiet & restful, like going to the park. Just minutes to the historic New River for fishing, kayaking or canoeing, 10 minutes to shopping in West Jefferson or just 30 minutes to Boone or Wilkesboro. This mountain cottage offers charm, convenience & location. If you enjoy wildlife. .. it's here in abundance. Entertain outdoors on your patio, & newly-built covered, wrap deck area, overlooking the pond. A cozy LR lets the outdoors inside w/ the Blue Ridge as your backdrop. This kitchen makes cooking simple, w/ all oak cabinetry a functional balance of comfort & convenience. A sizable laundry room is conveniently located off the kitchen. Two BR's on main level have their own personal BR's. The BSMT level is ducted & vented for heat/air & ready to finish allowing for a BR w/ full BA bath already in place. The newer HVAC has an automatic whole BSMT dehumidifier system w/ all new ductwork w/ adjustable ducts & vents. A two-sided FP in BSMT has not been in use but can be set up for use. Great workshop & storage area. This home is a special kind of place, here it is. .. Just what you have been looking for.
Public Records
Sep 12, 2014
Sold
$230,000
$103/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 5, 2005
Sold
$172,000
$77/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,131 (+4.1%)
$87,400 + $335,500
$422,900
2024
$2,047
$87,400 + $335,500
$422,900
2023
$2,047 (+45.3%)
$87,400 + $335,500
$422,900
2022
$1,409
$66,600 + $162,300
$228,900
2021
$1,409 (+12.2%)
$66,600 + $162,300
$228,900
2020
$1,256 (+2.0%)
$66,600 + $162,300
$228,900
2019
$1,230 (+1.0%)
$66,600 + $162,300
$228,900
2018
$1,218
$66,600 + $158,600
$225,200
2017
$1,218 (+1.9%)
$66,600 + $158,600
$225,200
2016
$1,195
$66,600 + $158,600
$225,200
2015
$1,195 (+9.4%)
$66,600 + $158,600
$225,200
2014
$1,092
$49,300 + $169,400
$218,700
2013
$1,092
$49,300 + $169,400
$218,700
Public record
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Lot size
5.16 Acres
Year renovated
1999
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,275
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
2,275
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ashe County
APN
15314150
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Redfin Estimate for 248 James F. Watson Rd Rd
$616,077
$2,923 under list price of $619K
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