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Property Description
Step back in time and own one of Blowing Rocks classic cottages. Meticulously preserved and keeping all the great details in perfect shape! Perched above the rim of the Johns River Gorge and featuring breathtaking long range layered views centered right on Grandfather Mountain. An easy walk to town location, right off the Main St. sidewalk trail! Buxton St. is a hidden gem enclave of less than a dozen historic homes and it's no-through street and super quiet. Home has recently had many updates including a gourmet kitchen, new roof, updated bathroom and much more. Is being offer FULLY FURNISHED & is ready to use day one. Home maintains the classic old cottage feel of a bygone era and still gives you all the modern conveniences you dream of. Floorplan has lots of flexibility too, 4 BR / 4 Baths & den on Main Level can easily be extra bedroom if needed. The living / family room is a showstopper, oversized and ready for large family gatherings and features a large stone fireplace. Firepit area and 2 large covered porches will give everyone a place to hang out. Cast Aluminum fenced area for the dog is already in place too. If you have been looking for a classic, downtown cottage with a BIG VIEW & loaded with charm... THIS IS IT! Recent updates include: New Roof being installed, Radon Mitigation System, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Hot Water Heater, Main Level Bath Floor, Kitchen Floor Refinished, Air Conditioning, Tree Trimming. Recent Radon Test was 2.5, Recent Engineers Letter Attached in documents (just wanted to make sure everything structurally was in great shape). Extra Parking below on Twin Springs.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 270 Buxton St
General
- Price: $1,375,000
- Taxes: $4,220
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2217
- MLS ID: 261170
- Updated: 4/30/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Furnished, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): One, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Main Level
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Radon Mitigation System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fence
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Multiple, Screened
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Garage, One Car Garage
Location
- Area: 4-BlueRdg, BlowRck YadVall-Pattsn-Globe-CALDWLL)
- County: Caldwell
- Subdivision: None
School Information
- Elementary School: Blowing Rock
- High School: Watauga
Community
- Community Name: 4-BlueRdg, BlowRck YadVall-Pattsn-Globe-CALDWLL)
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Permit 3 Bedroom, Sewer Applied for Permit, Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: High Speed Internet Available, Septic Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Cedar, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space, Finished
- Roof: Asphalt, Architectural, Other, Shingle, See Remarks
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 3,262
- Living Area: 3,262 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 3,262 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,487 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Below Grnd: 775 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1933
Lot Features
- Property View: Long Range, Mountain(s)
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.38
- Lot Size: .38
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
- Fencing (Description): Partial
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $4,220
- Terms: Cash, New Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 02-8-1-8
Listed by James B. Collier
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Schools
Schools serving 270 Buxton St
School District:Caldwell County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Collettsville School 4690 Collettsville School Drive, Collettsville, NC 28611 | K-8 | 13.5 mi |
West Caldwell High 300 West Caldwell Drive, Lenoir, NC 28645 | 9-12 | 16.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 270 Buxton St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/30/2026
Listed
$1,375,000
39.59%
MLS
8/19/2022
Sold
$985,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 270 Buxton St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,306
2%
$1,105,200
62%
2022
$4,220
—
$680,600
—
2021
$4,220
2%
$680,600
2%
2020
$4,118
-39%
$664,100
—
2018
$6,725
1%
$664,100
—
2017
$6,659
56%
$664,100
—
2016
$4,258
1%
$664,100
—
2019
$4,202
4%
$664,100
—
2015
$4,054
—
$664,100
—
2014
$4,054
—
$664,100
—
2013
$4,039
—
$661,600
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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270 Buxton Street, Blowing Rock, NC 28605 (MLS# 261170) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 270 Buxton Street is currently listed for $1,375,000 and was received on April 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 270 Buxton Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Blowing Rock? You can browse all Blowing Rock real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

