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  • $475,000

    261 Tumbling Brook Drive, Banner Elk, NC 28604

    3beds
    1,128sqft
    : 
    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
    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.
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    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#: 257115MLS LogoOriginating 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
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    Estimated market value

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    Estimated sales range

    Not available

    $1,586/mo

    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    8/23/2025Listed for sale$475,000+171.4%$421/sqft
    Source: High Country AOR #257115 Report a problem
    11/30/2016Sold$175,000$155/sqft
    Source: High Country AOR #39204825 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$977 $244,200
    2023$977 $244,200
    2022$977 +7.2%$244,200 +47.4%

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    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $2,633/mo
    Principal & interest
    $2305
    Home insurance
    $166
    Property taxes
    $162

      Climate risks

      Neighborhood: 28604

      Nearby schools

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      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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