BANNER ELK - 4.33 ACRES w/ VIEWS, CREEK & the most AMAZING SUNSETS!!! If you BLINK you might just miss this one! EXTREMELY RARE opportunity to own your own Banner Elk Homestead. Nestled on 4.33 acres of picturesque land, this beautifully renovated 1904 farmhouse features 3 BEDROOMS - 1 BATH & offers a seamless fusions of rustic charm, contemporary comforts & convenience! Located just minutes from downtown Banner Elk, you'll enjoy easy access to local shops, parks and fine dining, all while experiencing the privacy and tranquility of country living. The farmhouse features a cozy rustic interior with updated finishes, including wood flooring, freshly painted walls and charming wormy chestnut cabinetry in the kitchen along w/ stainless appliances. It is equipped with central air conditioning and heating for year-round comfort, as well as a gas fireplace that adds warmth and ambiance to the cozy interior space. The updated bathroom further enhances the home's appeal with a tiled shower/tub & copper sink. From the covered rear deck you will enjoy the gorgeous views & is the perfect spot to relax and unwind while listening to the sounds of rushing creek. The property includes approximately 1 acre + of flat land already outfitted with a chicken coop and storage shed. Located outside of the Town of Banner Elk (inside the ETJ) providing endless possibilities for expansion & growth. With stunning views and a serene creek just across the street, this property offers the perfect backdrop for the mountain lifestyle you have been dreaming of. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of Banner Elk's beauty with so much potential and at an affordable price. Home has a metal roof, furnace replaced in 2017, heat pump/AC replaced in 2021.
For sale
$475,000
261 Tumbling Brook Drive, Banner Elk, NC 28604
3beds
1,128sqft
Est.:
Farm, Single Family Residence
Built in 1904
4.33 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$421/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceContemporary comfortsUpdated bathroomRustic charmSerene creekWood flooringFreshly painted walls
- 109 days |
- 768 |
- 49 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 23, 2025 at 12:17pm
Listed by:
Cindy Giarrusso 828-964-2896,
Blue Ridge Realty & Investment
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 257115
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, 1 Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Window Treatments
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Free Standing, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,128
- Total interior livable area: 1,128 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,128
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, Gravel, No Garage, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Multiple, Open
- Exterior features: Gravel Driveway
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s)
- Waterfront features: Creek, Stream
Lot
- Size: 4.33 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 18591312383500000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Farm, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1904
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Permit Unavailable
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: OtherSeeRemarks
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Beech Mountain
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $421/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $244,200
- Annual tax amount: $980
- Date on market: 8/23/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,586/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $475,000+171.4%$421/sqft |
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| 11/30/2016 | Sold | $175,000$155/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $977 | $244,200 |
| 2023 | $977 | $244,200 |
| 2022 | $977 +7.2% | $244,200 +47.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,633/mo
Principal & interest
$2305
Home insurance
$166
Property taxes
$162
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28604
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Banner Elk Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 5/10Cranberry Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.2 mi
- 4/10Avery County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Banner Elk
- High: Avery County
Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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