Assumable mortgage 2.99% rate on $268,172. Nestled on 8.458 beautiful acres in Mitchell County, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers peaceful country living with thoughtful updates throughout. Priced at $350,000, the home features original hardwood floors, new plumbing, new windows, a whole-home water filtration system, & a cozy brick fireplace with a buck stove, propane gas logs, & two monitor heaters for versatile heating. The spacious country kitchen invites gatherings, while the sunroom & living area offer quiet places to relax. The land includes pasture, gentle slopes, mountain views, & a charming branch along the boundary. Outbuildings include a barn, a 320 sq ft workshop & a cellar with upper storage. Two driveways provide easy access, with parking for multiple vehicles, plus an RV hookup with separate septic and power. With no HOA or restrictions, high-speed internet, and a location outside the flood zone, this move-in-ready property combines comfort, charm, & rural freedom.
Single-familyProperty Type
1971Year Built
8.46 acresLot Size
$288Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by • Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-North
Listed by Lacey Woodard• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-North
Contact: chris.purser@allentate.com
Bought with Rhonda Phillips• Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Burnville
Country Living at it's finest 8 acres of Beautiful pastureland with well maintained 3 bedroom 1 bath home. Two outbuildings, barn, and charming workshop with covered porch and heat/AC. Cellar with upstairs storage. Large eat in country kitchen, hardwood floors with multiple heating systems. Brick fireplace with buck stove, 2 monitor heaters and propane gas logs. Lovely branch on right side boundary. Two driveways, high speed internet and additional septic tank and power hookup for Camper or RV? Move in Ready!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,750 (+1.6%)
$83,500 + $189,900
$273,400
2024
$1,722
$83,500 + $189,900
$273,400
2023
$1,722
$83,500 + $189,900
$273,400
2022
$1,722 (+169.6%)
$83,500 + $189,900
$273,400
2021
$639
$46,000 + $52,300
$98,300
2020
$639
$46,000 + $52,300
$98,300
2019
$639
$46,000 + $52,300
$98,300
2018
$639 (−0.2%)
$46,000 + $52,300
$98,300
2017
$640 (+498.4%)
$46,000 + $52,500
$98,500
2016
$107 (+5.9%)
$20,700 + $1,900
$22,600
2014
$101 (+205.0%)
$20,700 + $1,900
$22,600
2013
$33
$21,100 + $2,400
$23,500
Tax history for 1285 Sandy Branch Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,750 (+1.6%)
$83,500 + $189,900
$273,400
2024
$1,722
$83,500 + $189,900
$273,400
2023
$1,722
$83,500 + $189,900
$273,400
2022
$1,722 (+169.6%)
$83,500 + $189,900
$273,400
2021
$639
$46,000 + $52,300
$98,300
2020
$639
$46,000 + $52,300
$98,300
2019
$639
$46,000 + $52,300
$98,300
2018
$639 (−0.2%)
$46,000 + $52,300
$98,300
2017
$640 (+498.4%)
$46,000 + $52,500
$98,500
2016
$107 (+5.9%)
$20,700 + $1,900
$22,600
2014
$101 (+205.0%)
$20,700 + $1,900
$22,600
2013
$33
$21,100 + $2,400
$23,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Filtration System, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl
Roof: Metal
Exterior Features
Fencing: Chain Link
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Water Body Name: Creek
Property Information
Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s), Generator
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Barn(s), Outbuilding, Tractor Shed, Workshop
Zoning Specification: None
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Creek Front, Hilly, Level, Private, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views
Lot Size Area: 8.458
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Cable Available, Propane, Wired Internet Available
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Gouge
Middle Or Junior High School: Bowman
High School: Mitchell
Location Information
Directions: To get from Burnsville, NC to 1285 Sandy Branch Road in Bakersville, start by heading north on NC-197 out of downtown Burnsville. Stay on NC-197 North for approximately 11 miles as it winds through the mountains. When you reach the intersection near Red Hill Grocery, turn left onto NC-226 North and continue for about 3.7 miles. Next, turn left onto Beans Creek Road and drive for approximately 1.8 miles. Then, make a left onto Melton Branch Road and follow it for about 0.3 miles. Continue straight until you reach 1285 Sandy Branch Road, which will be on your left.
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Mitchell County
APN: 0884-00-00-2334
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1279
Living Area: 1279
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,279
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1279
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Team Information
CoList Team ID: TM100563
CoList Team Key: 77531109
CoList Team Mls Id: R19420
List Team ID: TM100563
List Team Mls Id: R19420
Around this home
Schools
Gouge Primary
Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 2.3mi
2/10
Mitchell High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.3mi
3/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 89° expected this year, 22 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$350,000 – $424,000
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