$725,000

143 Apple Cove Rd Banner Elk, NC 28604

Estimated payment $4,179/month

Total Views 582
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,006 Sq Ft
$361 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Horse Facilities
  • Barn
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Valle Crucis Elementary School Rated A-
  • 1.51 Acre Lot
  • Mountain Architecture

About This Home

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a charming rustic-style cabin, perfectly nestled on 1.5 acres just minutes from the picturesque town of Valle Crucis. Enjoy serene country living with a beautiful pasture view that includes a classic vintage tobacco barn — a true slice of Appalachian charm.Step onto the spacious covered front deck to enjoy your morning coffee or evening relaxation as you take in the peaceful surroundings. This cozy cabin has a new roof, new flooring, a new dishwasher, fresh interior paint, and new exterior stain, making it move-in ready and worry-free.Whether you're seeking a mountain getaway, full-time residence, or investment property, this inviting home offers the perfect blend of rustic character with numerous updates.

Listing Agent

Heather Heape

Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock Brokerage Phone: 828-295-7337 Listed on: 05/22/2025

Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock

Co-Listing Agent

Amy Douglas

Allen Tate Real Estate - Blowing Rock Brokerage Phone: 828-295-7337

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,310

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 1.51 Acre Lot
  • Property fronts a private road
  • Partially Fenced Property

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage

Home Design

  • Mountain Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Cottage
  • Log Cabin
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Laundry in Basement

Outdoor Features

  • Fire Pit
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Valle Crucis Elementary School
  • Watauga High School

Farming

  • Barn

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Shared Well
  • Private Sewer

Listing and Financial Details

  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1889097454000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association

Recreation

  • Horse Facilities

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,310

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.505
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 4051
  • Co List Office Phone: 828-295-7337
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1452.0
  • Architectural Style: Cottage, Farmhouse, Log Home, Mountain
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: 828-295-7337
  • General Property Information Below Grade Unfinished Area: 49.0
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 554.0
  • Fireplace Features: One, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Living Area: 2006.0
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Partial
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Log
  • Exterior Features: Fence, Fire Pit, Horse Facilities, Out Building(s)
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Basement, Garage, One Car Garage

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane, Zoned
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Shared Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Valle Crucis
  • High School: Watauga

Lot Info

  • Horse Amenities: Horses Allowed
  • Parcel #: 1889097454000
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1310.0
  • Tax Book Number: 1372/624

Map

Range of Values:

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $1,310 $327,900 $72,700 $255,200
2023 $1,287 $327,900 $72,700 $255,200
2022 $1,287 $327,900 $72,700 $255,200
2021 $1,581 $331,400 $90,900 $240,500
2020 $1,581 $331,400 $90,900 $240,500
2019 $1,581 $331,400 $90,900 $240,500
2018 $1,416 $331,400 $90,900 $240,500
2017 $1,416 $331,400 $90,900 $240,500
2013 -- $330,700 $90,900 $239,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/22/2025 05/22/25 For Sale $725,000 -- $361 / Sq Ft
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Special Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $472,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $405,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $384,750 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 255642

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1889-09-7454-000

North Carolina Watauga County Banner Elk 28604

143 Apple Cove Rd, Banner Elk, NC

This home is located at 143 Apple Cove Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604 and is currently priced at $725,000, approximately $361 per square foot. This property was built in 1997. 143 Apple Cove Rd is a home located in Watauga County with nearby schools including Valle Crucis Elementary School and Watauga High School.

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