$849,000
UNDER CONTRACT

337 Balsam Ln Banner Elk, NC 28604

Estimated payment $4,838/month

Total Views 7,824
5 Beds
3 Baths
3,470 Sq Ft
$245 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 1.87 Acre Lot
  • Mountain View
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Banner Elk Elementary School Rated A-
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • No HOA

About This Home

This beautiful and meticulously maintained home is located in the town limits of Banner Elk with easy access to the Banner Elk Park and the downtown area. The main level offers first floor living with two bedrooms and a full bath, plus a large primary suite featuring a walk-in closet, separate vanity and shower area, a den, and fabulous deck access with a great view of Beech Mountain. A formal dining room, spacious living room, partially vaulted ceilings, a kitchen with cherry cabinets, new appliances, granite countertops, a built-in desk, and laundry area complete the main floor. A convenient two car garage is also located on this level. The finished basement provides two additional bedrooms or office space, a full bath, an extra flex space, a large storage area, and a one car garage with a separate entrance. In total, the home offers five spacious bedrooms, multiple entertainment areas, and abundant closet and storage space throughout. Recent updates include a new roof (2021), new HVAC system, new kitchen appliances, new carpet and hardwood floors, new window treatments and more. The property has been thoughtfully maintained inside and out, with a beautifully landscaped and manicured 1.87 acre corner lot. Fabulous views can be enjoyed from the living room, kitchen, dining room, and primary bedroom. The setting is excellent for mornings with coffee on the porch while taking in the mountains or evening drinks by the firepit. Located a short distance from the village of Banner Elk, this home is only minutes to both Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain ski resorts. With its prime location, generous layout, and significant updates already in place, this property offers an excellent opportunity for buyers to add their own personal touch and create their personalized mountain retreat.

Listing Agent

Hope Caroselli

Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Blowing Rock Brokerage Phone: (828) 263-8711 Listed on: 10/03/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Bill Caroselli

Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Blowing Rock Brokerage Phone: (828) 263-8711

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,468

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 1.87 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Private Parking
  • Gravel Driveway

Property Views

  • Mountain
  • Seasonal

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Propane Fireplace
  • Finished Basement
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Recirculated Exhaust Fan
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Open Patio

Schools

  • Banner Elk Elementary School
  • Avery County High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Electric Water Heater
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Long Term Rental Allowed
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1859-19-50-5775

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,468

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.87
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Phone: (828) 263-8711
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2195.0
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Attribution Contact: (828) 263-8711
  • General Property Information Below Grade Unfinished Area: 1407.0
  • Special Features: UnderContract
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Disposal, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1275.0
  • Fireplace Features: One, Gas, Stone, Vented, Propane
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Pull Down Attic Stairs, Skylights
  • Living Area: 3470.0
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Partial
  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s), Seasonal View
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
  • Exterior Features: Fence, Gravel Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Basement, Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Basement, Driveway, Garage, One Car Garage, Two Car Garage, Gravel, Private

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
  • Cooling: Central Air, 1 Unit
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
  • 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 #: 1859-19-50-5775
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4468.36
  • Tax Book Number: 549/442

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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 $1,816 $454,100 $65,000 $389,100
2023 $1,816 $454,100 $65,000 $389,100
2022 $0 $454,100 $65,000 $389,100
2021 $1,613 $293,300 $55,000 $238,300
2020 $3,256 $293,300 $55,000 $238,300
2019 $3,256 $293,300 $55,000 $238,300
2018 $1,613 $293,300 $55,000 $238,300
2017 $3,321 $293,900 $0 $0
2016 $1,314 $293,900 $0 $0
2015 $1,314 $293,900 $55,000 $238,900
2012 -- $314,100 $65,000 $249,100
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/30/2025 10/30/25 Price Changed $849,000 -10.5% $245 / Sq Ft
10/15/2025 10/15/25 Price Changed $949,000 -0.1% $273 / Sq Ft
10/03/2025 10/03/25 For Sale $950,000 +111.1% $274 / Sq Ft
09/22/2020 09/22/20 Sold $450,000 0.0% $137 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/23/2020 08/23/20 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2020 06/18/20 For Sale $450,000 -- $137 / Sq Ft
Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $450,000 None Available
Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Hope Caroselli

Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Blowing Rock

(828) 818-8710

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Source: High Country Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 258340

High Country Association of REALTORS®

APN: 1859-19-50-5775-00000