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490 Laurel Ridge, Banner Elk, NC 28604

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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,157 Sq Ft

This house has such a wonderful living area, all on one floor, warmed by a very impressive wood stove. Additional guest space is downstairs. Vaulted ceilings, open beams, ceiling fans, open kitchen allows for come together events and family gatherings. Off the main room are 2 bedrooms with a most unusually clever layout of baths. Each room has it's own vanity and water closet, with a closed off bathing area. Very practical and efficient. To expand your guest space you travel down a spiral staircase to the additional square footage which has innumerable potential and space. There is an open space for den, office, exercise, etc. Then there is a bedroom with 1/2 bath that shares the laundry room.The big surprise is this house sits on .39 acres (3 lots) most unusual for Mill Ridge. The yard is fenced for you favorite pets. There is a winter view and some tree trimming has opened up and let the light enter the house with plenty of windows. Large deck off the back of the house allows for summer bar-b-ques and entertaining. Mill ridge has wonderful amenities provided through the POA. Pool, club house, playground, basketball, pond and the Watauga river to explore.

Listing By: Marjorie Hyatt - Hyatt In The High Country, Inc. nchcar Realty.com
  • MLS# 235416
  • Date Listed01/27/2022
  • Bedrooms 3
  • Bathrooms 1 Full baths, 1 Half baths
  • Lot Size 0.39 acres (16,988 sq. ft)
  • Subdivision Mill Ridge
  • County Watauga
  • Year Built 1979
  • Square Feet 1,157 sq. ft
  • Price Per Sq. Ft $233.28

Interior Features

  • Appliances Dryer, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Cooling Electric, Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Baseboard, Electric, Kerosene, Wood Stove

Exterior / Lot Features

  • Exterior Outbuilding
  • Roof Shingle
  • Lot Size Acres 0.39
  • Lot Size SQFT 16,988.40
  • Lot Features -

Financial Considerations

  • HOA Fee $165 Monthly
  • Tax Amount $778
  • Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Nearby Schools

Source: School Digger

Valle Crucis Elementary

Public • PK - 8 • Serves this home

5.75 mi

Distance

Banner Elk Elementary School

Public • PK - 5

6.77 mi

Distance

Sales & Tax History

Source: Public Records

Date Event Price
06/30/2022 Sold $235,000.00 12.93%
06/09/2022 Contingent $269,900.00
06/04/2022 Active $269,900.00 3.57%
05/23/2022 Active $279,900.00 3.45%
05/15/2022 Active $289,900.00 1.02%
05/02/2022 Active $292,900.00 2.33%
04/21/2022 Active $299,900.00 9.09%
02/01/2022 Contingent $274,900.00
01/27/2022 Active $274,900.00
Street Address Beds Baths Sold Date List Price Valuation Date Valuation Price
149 Mogul Road | Listing 2 2 Nov 24, 2025 $275,000 Mar 15, 2024 $396,800
175 Cliffwood Drive | Listing 3 2 Nov 24, 2025 $365,000 Mar 15, 2024 $418,800
116 Leatherwood Road | Listing 5 4 Nov 24, 2025 $575,000 Mar 15, 2024 $824,400
175 Cliffwood Drive 3 2 Nov 24, 2025 $239,000 Nov 29, 2025 -
262 Hemlock Road | Listing 1 1 Nov 24, 2025 $174,900 Mar 15, 2024 $245,400
189 Leatherwood Road | Listing 3 3 Nov 24, 2025 $425,000 Jun 17, 2024 $478,300
260 Cliffwood Drive 3 3 Nov 24, 2025 $375,000 Nov 29, 2025 -
213 Hemlock Road 2 2 Nov 24, 2025 $184,900 Nov 29, 2025 -
108 Mogul Road | Listing 3 2 Nov 24, 2025 $335,000 Nov 29, 2025 -
490 Laurel Ridge | Listing 3 2 Nov 24, 2025 $269,900 Feb 15, 2023 $846,900

Population & Environment

Source: Sperling's Best Places

Walkability in NC / 28604

Source: Walkscore

10/100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score ®

2/100

Bikable

Bike Score ®

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: 2/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 2/100.

Points of Interest near 490 Laurel Ridge, Banner Elk, NC 28604

Frequently Asked Questions for 490 Laurel Ridge

Source: Realty.com

490 Laurel Ridge, Banner Elk, NC 28604 is a Single Family 1,157 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 9 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $269,900. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com

Realty.com has 9 photos of 490 Laurel Ridge.

Our records indicate that 490 Laurel Ridge was built in 1979.

The full address for this home is 490 Laurel Ridge, Banner Elk, NC 28604.

490 Laurel Ridge has been listed on Realty.com since Thu January 27, 2022

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: 2/100, Transit Score: 0/100, Bike Score: 2/100.

There are 2 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 490 Laurel Ridge. Valle Crucis Elementary (Grades: PK - 8), Watauga (Grades: 9 - 12)

Listing provided courtesy of: Hyatt In The High Country, Inc. (tel: 828-268-9901)
Listing agent: Marjorie Hyatt (tel: 828-265-6812) (#191026)

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