Seller's Agent in 2025
Susan Stelling
EXP Realty LLC
(828) 208-2094
23 in this area
92 Total Sales
236 Laurel Ridge Rd Banner Elk, NC 28604
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,075
Sq Ft
6,098
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Fishing
- Home fronts a pond
- Clubhouse
- Valle Crucis Elementary School Rated A-
- Chalet
- Stream or River on Lot
About This Home
As of December 2025Nestled in the heart of Banner Elk's picturesque Mill Ridge community, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath mountain chalet is the perfect blend of cozy comfort and outdoor adventure. This home invites you in with vaulted ceilings, warm wood-style flooring, and a well-designed open-concept layout that makes relaxing or entertaining a breeze. Step outside onto the covered porch and enjoy peaceful views while enjoying your morning coffee or winding down after a day of High Country fun. Inside, the home features a bright and airy feel, with the convenience of the primary suite on the main level, two additional bedrooms, and a full bathroom upstairs. Mill Ridge offers a variety of perks for all to enjoy —swim in the outdoor pool, challenge your friends to a match on the tennis courts, explore scenic hiking trails, or wander down to the Watauga River for a dose of mountain serenity. Located minutes from Banner Elk's quaint downtown, Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain ski resorts, Grandfather Mountain's mile-high bridge, this home offers year-round appeal in a storybook setting. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, vacation rental, or full-time hideaway in the High Country, 236 Laurel Ridge Road is your ticket to easy, breezy mountain living with a playful twist.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
EXP Realty LLC Brokerage Phone: (828) 208-2094 Listed on: 07/08/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $750
Year Built
- Built in 1973
Lot Details
- 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
- Home fronts a pond
- Property fronts a private road
HOA Fees
- $175 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- No Garage
Home Design
- Chalet
- Mountain Architecture
- Wood Frame Construction
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,075 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Furnished
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Stream or River on Lot
- Covered Patio or Porch
Schools
- Valle Crucis Elementary School
- Watauga High School
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
- Space Heater
- Wall Furnace
- Baseboard Heating
- High Speed Internet
Listing and Financial Details
- Short Term Rentals Allowed
- Long Term Rental Allowed
- Tax Lot C-19
- Assessor Parcel Number 1888-06-3100-000
Community Details
Overview
- Mill Ridge Subdivision
Amenities
- Clubhouse
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
- Fishing
- Trails
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 8, 2025
Closed on
Dec 1, 2025
Sold by
Dixon Sarah
Bought by
Tumulty Claudia and Tumulty Brendan
Seller's Agent
Susan Stelling
EXP Realty LLC
Buyer's Agent
NONMLS MEMBER
NONMLS
List Price
$315,900
Sold Price
$290,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,900
-8.2%
Views
192
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
400.81%
Original Mortgage
$145,000
Outstanding Balance
$145,000
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$169,327
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 4, 2022
Closed on
Jun 6, 2022
Sold by
Lee Safrit Ii Charles and Houston Wendy
Bought by
Dixon Sarah
Seller's Agent
Mary Baker
Keller Williams High Country
Buyer's Agent
Margo Lenmark
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realtors Boone
List Price
$269,000
Sold Price
$273,000
Premium/Discount to List
$4,000
1.49%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.75%
Original Mortgage
$259,350
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 13, 2019
Closed on
Dec 16, 2019
Sold by
Mapp Timothy and Mapp Paula
Bought by
Safrit Charles Lee and Safrit Wendy Houston
Seller's Agent
Sarah Lyons
Keller Williams High Country
Buyer's Agent
Michael Spicola
Keller Williams High Country
List Price
$161,000
Sold Price
$161,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
23.73%
Original Mortgage
$162,626
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $290,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $273,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $161,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $145,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $259,350 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $162,626 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2025 12/05/25 | Sold | $290,000 | -8.2% | $270 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | For Sale | $315,900 | +15.7% | $294 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/10/2022 06/10/22 | Sold | $273,000 | +1.5% | $256 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/07/2022 05/07/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/04/2022 05/04/22 | For Sale | $269,000 | +67.1% | $252 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/18/2019 12/18/19 | Sold | $161,000 | 0.0% | $155 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/18/2019 11/18/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/13/2019 08/13/19 | For Sale | $161,000 | -- | $155 / Sq Ft |
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $970 | $235,700 | $12,400 | $223,300 |
| 2024 | $970 | $235,700 | $12,400 | $223,300 |
| 2023 | $947 | $235,700 | $12,400 | $223,300 |
| 2022 | $947 | $235,700 | $12,400 | $223,300 |
| 2021 | $709 | $138,900 | $12,500 | $126,400 |
| 2020 | $709 | $138,900 | $12,500 | $126,400 |
| 2019 | $709 | $138,900 | $12,500 | $126,400 |
| 2018 | $640 | $138,900 | $12,500 | $126,400 |
| 2017 | $640 | $138,900 | $12,500 | $126,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $125,100 | $10,000 | $115,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Susan Stelling
-
NONMLS MEMBER
N
Buyer's Agent in 2025
NONMLS MEMBER
NONMLS
166 in this area
2,443 Total Sales
-
Mary Baker
Seller's Agent in 2022
Mary Baker
Keller Williams High Country
(828) 773-5240
23 in this area
134 Total Sales
-
Leslie Eason
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Leslie Eason
Keller Williams High Country
(828) 406-0828
29 in this area
165 Total Sales
-
Margo Lenmark
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Margo Lenmark
Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realtors Boone
(828) 260-0873
13 in this area
141 Total Sales
-
Sarah Lyons
S
Seller's Agent in 2019
Sarah Lyons
Keller Williams High Country
(828) 406-6185
13 in this area
118 Total Sales
Map
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 256757
APN: 1888-06-3100-000
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