178 John Shell Road, Sugar Grove, NC 28679
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SOLD
JUL 22, 2026

$260,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 924 sqft (on 0.78 acres)

178 John Shell Road, Sugar Grove, NC 28679

Est. Refi. Payment $1,486/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 22, 2026 for $260,000 (10% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$260K
Since last month
$100 (0%)
Since last year
Decreased$7K (-2.4%)
Since last sale
$0 (0%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +171% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$260K
July 2026$260K
June 2026$271K
May 2026$272K
April 2026$278K
March 2026$281K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2362 Timber Ridge Road, Sugar Grove, NC
1.10
Single-Family Home
$295,323
08/28/25
2
1
1,064
203 Farthing Lane, Vilas, NC
1.07
Single-Family Home
$575,000
12/12/25
1
1
873
351 Timber Ridge Road, Sugar Grove, NC
1.81
Single-Family Home
$90,000
06/17/26
2
2
890
423 Beaver Dam Farm Road, Vilas, NC
0.42
Single-Family Home
$4,575,000
03/04/26
5
4.5
4,006
461 Sugar Hill Lane, Sugar Grove, NC
1.19
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
08/28/25
4
4.5
3,682
1980 Mountain Dale Road, Vilas, NC
2.06
Single-Family Home
$195,000
02/11/26
3
2
1,847
362 Rush Branch Road, Sugar Grove, NC
2.63
Single-Family Home
$218,000
11/26/25
2
1
1,056
410 Loves Knob Road, Sugar Grove, NC
2.08
Single-Family Home
$520,000
06/18/26
2
2
1,636

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
600 Hattie Hill Road, Vilas, NC 28692
0.34
-
4
2
1,856
Off Market
673 Hattie Hill Road, Vilas, NC 28692
0.34
$279,000
2
1
813
For Sale
Tbd Hattie Hill Road, Vilas, NC 28692
0.38
-
-
-
-
Off Market
423 Beaver Dam Farm Road, Vilas, NC 28692
0.42
$4,575,000
5
4.5
4,006
Recently Sold
Tbd Bethel Road, Sugar Grove, NC 28679
0.60
-
-
-
-
Off Market
Tbd Bethel Road, Sugar Grove, NC 28679
0.72
-
-
-
-
Off Market
TBD Hattie Hill Road, Vilas, NC 28692
0.75
$175,000
-
-
-
For Sale
TBD Rush Branch Road, Sugar Grove, NC 28679
0.74
-
-
-
-
Off Market
3768 Bethel Road, Sugar Grove, NC 28679
0.77
-
2
1
1,208
Off Market
TBD Bethel Road, Sugar Grove, NC 28679
0.82
-
-
-
-
Off Market
1340 Hattie Hill Road, Vilas, NC 28692
0.84
$517,000
3
2
1,734
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 178 John Shell Road.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1964
Lot Size
0.78 acres
Living Area
924 sqft
Price/Sqft
$281/sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Step back to simpler, quieter time in the sweet community of Bethel. Sit on the deck and enjoy the mountain and pastoral views after spending the day refining your favorite hobby in your spacious shop or running your business. You will find beautiful hardwood floors in the living room, hallway, and bedrooms. The kitchen floor was recently updated. There is a flue between the kitchen and living room. The large laundry room was once used as a bedroom and leads to the deck on the side of the home. The shop is fully insulated, on a concrete slab with plenty of pavement out front, with a phone line, and water. Electricity for the shop is metered separately from the house. There is also a building that would be great for chickens and a garden spot. ***ATTENTION VETERANS: THE CURRENT VA LOAN IS ASSUMABLE.***
178 John Shell Road, Sugar Grove, NC 28679 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 924 sqft single-family home built in 1964. It last sold for $260,000 on Jul 22, 2026 (10% below the $289,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $260,000, with a rent estimate of $1,630/month.
Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago
Listed by Michelle Griffin, (828) 260-7751
High Country Resort Properties
Bought with: Joel Farthing, (828) 773-3384, Boone Real Estate
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Source: High Country AOR, MLS#260204

Home Details for 178 John Shell Road

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl Space
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 924 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: High Speed Internet AvailableAppliances: Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, WasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Electric,KeroseneNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Other, See Remarks, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: One
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s), Pasture

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt ShingleOther Structures: Barn(s), OutbuildingExterior: Out Building(s), Storage
Parking & Garage
Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Detached,Garage
Frontage
Responsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: GravelNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Private Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 924 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1964
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cottage
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood FrameDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1953779171000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $289,000Price Per Sqft: $281/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Sugar GroveCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School: BethelHigh School: Watauga

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 924 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed

HOA

Association for this Listing: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.78 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Assumable, Cash, New Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 260204Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: (828) 260-7751Above Grade Unfinished Area: 924Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetUniversal Property Id: US-37189-N-1953779171000-R-N

Additional Information

Long Term Rental AllowedShort Term Rental AllowedDays On Market Replication: 139

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 22, 2026
Source: High Country AOR #260204
Sold
$260,000
Jun 27, 2026
Source: High Country AOR #260204
Contingent
$289,000
May 14, 2026
Source: High Country AOR #260204
PriceChange
$289,000
Price decreased by 3%
Mar 5, 2026
Source: High Country AOR #260204
Listed For Sale
$299,000
Dec 6, 2025
Source: High Country AOR #252891
ListingRemoved
$274,900

Market trends in Vilas

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Available listings
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Vilas

At least 11 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 92 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 92 % Say there's wildlife

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 46 % Say kids play outside

  • 46 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 31 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Kristen Vitale
    "It’s a very rural area. For the most part, properties here have a yard, so there is a space right at home for your dog - no need to try to locate dog parks or anything like that"
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  • Kristen Vitale
    "This street is off of a main route with heavy traffic. There are no sidewalks, and I personally do not walk much around here because it doesn’t feel safe to walk on a road with a 55 mph speed limit, especially without sidewalks"
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  • Kristen Vitale
    "We live on a main route that gets us where we need to go relatively quickly. Although we are out of the busyness of being in town, there are stores and gas stations along this man in route"
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  • marcie0305
    "Lived here for 5 years. Peaceful, beautiful, close to anything you could want or need with Boone & App State close by. Can't say enough."
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Frequently asked questions about 178 John Shell Road

  • What is 178 John Shell Road estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 178 John Shell Road in Sugar Grove, NC is $260,000.
  • What is the price history for 178 John Shell Road?
    178 John Shell Road in Sugar Grove, NC last sold for $260,000 in July 2026.
  • Is Sugar Grove a buyer's or seller's market?
    Sugar Grove is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Sugar Grove?
    Residents describe Sugar Grove, NC as well-kept, easy to park in, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Sugar Grove, NC.
  • Does 178 John Shell Road have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 178 John Shell Road in Sugar Grove, NC has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 178 John Shell Road?
    The lot at 178 John Shell Road in Sugar Grove, NC is about 0.78 acres (33,977 sq ft).

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