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Property Description
Riverfront cottage in Scenic River Front Acres is a charming 2BD 2 BA Mountain getaway nestled along the South Fork of the New River. It offers direct access to swimming, fishing, and kayaking right from the front yard.This Mountain River home features a spacious great room that flows seamlessly into the lovely kitchen and dining area. The Relaxing Covered Porch offers extra space and views of the mountains overlooking the river, with extra yard making it an inviting outdoor space. Additionally, a large outbuilding with both a roll-up and walk-in door offers ample storage for fishing gear, Kayaks, tubes and more. A heat pump provides climate control, with a freestanding wood stove for extra warmth and security. Long term rentals permitted. Minimum rental is 30 days.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1581 River Front Dr
General
- Price: $450,000
- HOA FEE: $38/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $1,336
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2217
- MLS ID: 259686
- Updated: 1/19/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Pull Down Attic Stairs
- Fireplace(s): None
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Out Building(s), Gravel Driveway
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel, Private
Location
- Area: 16-Jefferson, West Jefferson
- County: Ashe
- Subdivision: River Front Acres
School Information
- Elementary School: Mountain View
- High School: Ashe County
Community
- Community Name: 16-Jefferson, West Jefferson
- Association: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air, Electric
- Heating Type: Electric, Heat Pump, Wood Stove
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Permit 2 Bedroom
- Water: Private, Well
- Well: Yes
- Utility Description: High Speed Internet Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage, Mountain
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
- Windows: Double Hung, Double Pane Windows, Screens, Vinyl
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,296
- Living Area: 1,296 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 1,296 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,296 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1997
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Outbuilding
Lot Features
- Property View: Mountain(s), River, Trees/Woods
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.05
- Lot Size: 1.05
- Frontage: Private Road, Gravel
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: River Front
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $450
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $1,336
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, New Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 12342-032-042
- Lot Number: 42
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Schools
Schools serving 1581 River Front Dr
School District:Ashe County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mountain View Elementary, Jefferson, NC 2789 U.S. Highway 221 North, Jefferson, NC 28640 | PK-6 | 4.3 mi |
Ashe County Middle 255 Northwest Lane, Warrensville, NC 28693 | 7-8 | 8.2 mi |
Ashe County High 184 Campus Drive, West Jefferson, NC 28694 | 9-12 | 3.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1581 River Front Dr
Date
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Source
1/19/2026
Listed
$450,000
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1581 River Front Drive, Jefferson, NC 28640 (MLS# 259686) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1581 River Front Drive is currently listed for $450,000 and was received on January 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 1581 River Front Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Jefferson? You can browse all Jefferson real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

