This home sites on top of the world just off of Andy Hicks Road. A hunters paradise and the getaway that you have been looking for. Just a short drive to Banner Elk, and all of the Ski Sloops. There are four wheeler trails all over this and what a wonderful place to play. There are 2 tracts each with 5 acres that you can build on the other one or sell to a friend to have some neighbors. Don't miss this. Easy to show and vacant.
- NC
- Banner Elk
- 28604
- 491 Old Mountain just off Andy Hicks Road
- MLS# 233586
- Date Listed09/29/2021
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1 Full baths
- Lot Size 10 acres (435,600 sq. ft)
- Subdivision None
- Property Type Single Family
- County Watauga
- Year Built 1985
- Water Private
- Square Feet 816 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $354.17
Interior Features
- Appliances Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Cooling Wall/Window Unit(s)
- Heating Kerosene, Wood Stove
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 10.00
- Lot Size SQFT 435,600.00
- Lot Features -
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $749
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
4.95 mi
Distance
Watauga
Unknown • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
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Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home
4.95 mi
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Public • PK - 5
6.87 mi
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Public • PK - 8
7.2 mi
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Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Year | Total Assessments |
|---|---|
| 2013 | $48,300 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2021 | Sold | $289,000.00 |
| 11/19/2021 | Pending | $289,000.00 |
| 10/08/2021 | Contingent | $289,000.00 |
| 09/30/2021 | Active | $289,000.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price | Valuation Date | Valuation Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1773 Andy Hicks Road | 4 | 3 | Nov 24, 2025 | $499,900 | Nov 28, 2025 | - |
| 422 Twin Ponds Road | Listing | 3 | 3 | Nov 24, 2025 | $525,000 | Mar 15, 2024 | $627,400 |
| 190 Wild Daisy Lane | Listing | 4 | 4 | Nov 24, 2025 | $559,000 | Aug 20, 2024 | $778,360 |
| 491 Old Mountain just off Andy Hicks Road | Listing | 1 | 1 | Nov 24, 2025 | $289,000 | Dec 15, 2023 | $339,100 |
| 202/200 Upper Grouse Ridge Road | Listing | 4 | 4 | Nov 24, 2025 | $725,000 | Dec 28, 2020 | $365,000 |
| 106 Upper Grouse Ridge Road | Listing | 3 | 2 | Nov 24, 2025 | $299,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $539,000 |
| 3320 Shawnee Road | Listing | 3 | 4 | Nov 24, 2025 | $719,000 | Sep 14, 2023 | $1,404,000 |
| 115 Ash Lane | 4 | 4 | Nov 24, 2025 | $699,900 | Nov 28, 2025 | - |
| 147 W Blueberry Lane | Listing | 5 | 4 | Nov 24, 2025 | $1,150,000 | Mar 21, 2024 | $1,150,930 |
| 128 Wild Daisy Lane | 4 | 3 | Nov 24, 2025 | $600,000 | Nov 28, 2025 | - |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,689 | 959 | 56,088 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 113 | 509 | 179 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.2 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 41.3 | 34.1 | 32.3 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $54,882 | $49,040 | $52,063 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $35,154 | $25,268 | $30,231 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 76 | 74 | 74 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 18.9°F | 18.9°F | 19.6°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 76.8°F | 76.8°F | 76.4°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.62" | 49.62" | 51.53" | 38" |
Overview
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 1/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 0/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 491 Old Mountain just off Andy Hicks Road
Source: Realty.com
491 Old Mountain just off Andy Hicks Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604 is a Single Family 816 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 24 photos available of this 1 bed, 1 bath house, listed at $289,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 24 photos of 491 Old Mountain just off Andy Hicks Road.
Our records indicate that 491 Old Mountain just off Andy Hicks Road was built in 1985.
The full address for this home is 491 Old Mountain just off Andy Hicks Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604.
491 Old Mountain just off Andy Hicks Road has been listed on Realty.com since Wed September 29, 2021
Almost all errands require a car. It is possible to get on a bus. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 1/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 0/100.
There are 2 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 491 Old Mountain just off Andy Hicks Road. Valle Crucis Elementary (Grades: PK - 8), Watauga (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Allen Yates Realty
(tel: 828-964-0089)
Listing agent:
Allen Yates
(tel: 828-264-5960)
(#237397)
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