NOT LISTED FOR SALE

178 Fox Run Rd Banner Elk, NC 28604

Sugar Mountain Area

Estimated Value: $509,841

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,846 Sq Ft
$276/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 24, 2026

Last sale price $505,000 $274 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,887 / mo

45 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Mountain Architecture
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Banner Elk Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Baseboard Heating

About This Home

As of March 2026

Turn-key, fully furnished mountain cabin just steps from the ski slopes! This beautifully maintained log home comes complete down to the silverware and sheets, with over five years of strong rental history and glowing 5-star reviews. Featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, a game room, and additional sleeping space, it’s perfectly set up for families and groups.
Recent updates include the kitchen, baths, flooring, and more. Three levels provide space to spread out, including a fun third-floor loft and bunk room. Enjoy three decks, covered outdoor dining, abundant natural light, and a cozy propane fireplace.
Located minutes from Banner Elk, Beech Mountain, and Grandfather Mountain, this home offers year-round appeal with skiing, hiking, biking, golf, dining, and entertainment nearby. Situated within Sugar Mountain Village, owners benefit from town-maintained roads, trash service, and local police.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Liz Riddick

Keller Williams High Country Brokerage Phone: (828) 719-0120 Listed on: 02/07/2026

Keller Williams High Country

Last Buyer's Agent

Liz Riddick

Keller Williams High Country Brokerage Phone: (828) 719-0120 Listed on: 02/07/2026

Keller Williams High Country
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,092

Year Built

  • Built in 1983

Lot Details

  • 0.35

Home Design

  • Mountain Architecture
  • Log Cabin
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Architectural Shingle Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,846 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Mountain Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Private Parking
  • Gravel Driveway

Schools

  • Banner Elk Elementary School
  • Avery County High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heating System Uses Wood
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • 15,246 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Mushroom Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Short Term Rentals Allowed
  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1857-08-77-7509-00000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,092

Year Built

Built in 1983

Lot Details

0.35 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.35
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Mushroom Park
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1846.0
  • Architectural Style: Log Home, Mountain
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • Building Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: (828) 719-0120
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Propane
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 1846.0
  • Stories: 3

Exterior Features

  • View: Mountain(s)
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Log
  • Exterior Features: Gravel Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple, Open
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel, No Garage, Private

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
  • Cooling: Other, See Remarks
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Fireplace(s), Gas, Wood
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Schools

  • Elementary School: Banner Elk
  • High School: Avery County

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 1857-08-77-7509-00000

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1092.0
  • Tax Book Number: 546/2125

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 7, 2026
Closed on
Mar 9, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Liz Riddick
Keller Williams High Country
Buyer's Agent
Liz Riddick
Keller Williams High Country
List Price
$515,000
Sold Price
$505,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.94%
Views
98
Current Estimated Value
$509,841

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$4,841
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.30%
Original Mortgage
$303,000
Outstanding Balance
$301,696
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$208,145

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 25, 2020
Closed on
Jul 29, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Melinda Bentley
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
Buyer's Agent
Liz Riddick
Keller Williams High Country
List Price
$262,500
Sold Price
$262,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.32%
Original Mortgage
$210,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 30, 2019
Closed on
Jul 30, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sam Semple
Sugar Mountain Realty-Dereka's
Buyer's Agent
Melinda Bentley
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
List Price
$178,000
Sold Price
$178,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
46.91%
Original Mortgage
$160,200
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$178,654
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Banner Elk, NC

  • Andrea B Reeves Real Estate Agent - Regency Properties

    Andrea B Reeves

    Regency Properties

    (336) 489-4750

    297 Total Sales

    1 in Sugar Mountain

    $356,000 Price

    Andrea B Reeves
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  • Melissa Berkheimer Real Estate Agent - Buchanan Real Estate

    Melissa Berkheimer

    Buchanan Real Estate

    (423) 657-8423

    50 Total Sales

    1 in Sugar Mountain

    $577,820 Price

    Melissa Berkheimer
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  • Lori Eastridge Real Estate Agent - eXp Realty

    Lori Eastridge

    eXp Realty

    (828) 268-3898

    138 Total Sales

    1 in Sugar Mountain

    $470,000 Price

    Lori Eastridge
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  • Luci Mae Lowery Real Estate Agent - Premier Sotheby's International Realty- Banner Elk

    Luci Mae Lowery

    Premier Sotheby's International Realty- Banner Elk

    (828) 624-3889

    41 Total Sales

    6 in Sugar Mountain

    $65K - $316K Price Range

    Luci Mae Lowery
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  • James Kemper Real Estate Agent - Mountainscape Realty

    James Kemper

    Mountainscape Realty

    (704) 741-9098

    66 Total Sales

    1 in Sugar Mountain

    $194,500 Price

    James Kemper
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  • Jessica Auten Real Estate Agent - Premier Sotheby's International Realty- Banner Elk

    Jessica Auten

    Premier Sotheby's International Realty- Banner Elk

    (828) 457-7265

    101 Total Sales

    2 in Sugar Mountain

    $310K - $538K Price Range

    Jessica Auten
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$505,000 None Listed On Document
$262,500 None Available
$178,000 None Available
$173,000 None Available
$173,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $303,000
Closed $210,000
Previous Owner $160,200
Previous Owner $178,654
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/24/2026 03/24/26 Sold $505,000 -1.9% $274 / Sq Ft
02/07/2026 02/07/26 For Sale $515,000 +96.2% $279 / Sq Ft
08/06/2020 08/06/20 Sold $262,500 0.0% $146 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/07/2020 07/07/20 Pending -- -- --
05/25/2020 05/25/20 For Sale $262,500 +47.5% $146 / Sq Ft
08/02/2019 08/02/19 Sold $178,000 0.0% $100 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/03/2019 07/03/19 Pending -- -- --
06/30/2019 06/30/19 For Sale $178,000 -- $100 / Sq Ft
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Tax History

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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
2025 $1,087 $258,500 $37,500 $221,000
2024 $1,087 $258,500 $37,500 $221,000
2023 $1,034 $258,500 $37,500 $221,000
2022 $1,034 $258,500 $37,500 $221,000
2021 $1,063 $193,200 $37,500 $155,700
2020 $1,874 $193,200 $37,500 $155,700
2019 $1,874 $193,200 $37,500 $155,700
2018 $1,063 $193,200 $37,500 $155,700
2017 $1,943 $192,400 $0 $0
2016 $860 $192,400 $0 $0
2015 $860 $192,400 $31,300 $161,100
2012 -- $173,500 $40,000 $133,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Liz Riddick Real Estate Agent - Keller Williams High Country

    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Liz Riddick

    Keller Williams High Country

    (828) 719-0120

    56 Total Sales

    Liz Riddick
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  • MB

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Melinda Bentley

    Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock

  • SS

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Sam Semple

    Sugar Mountain Realty-Dereka's

    (828) 260-2617

    57 Total Sales

    Sam Semple
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Map

Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 259932

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1857-08-77-7509-00000

North Carolina Avery County Banner Elk 28604

178 Fox Run Rd, Banner Elk, NC

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