OFF MARKET

Off market nov 2024 for $419K

$423,469

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,249/mo

•

1,578

sq ft

296 Sparks Rd, Bakersville, NC 28705

About this home

SIMPLE, BEAUTIFUL MAGIC, Imagine your perfect mountain escape from urban insanity. Nestled between mountain spans, this perfect example of 1940's architecture is where dreams are lived in abundance! FULLY RESTORED and UPGRADED, this 4.3 acre-surrounded BEAUTY 4 BR/2BA home boasts SUCH special local artist flourishes incuding front door w/leaded glass and back door with upper half glass feature. Golden oak and gleaming yellow pine flooring throughout and joyful views out every window. Two additional stunning stained glass windows. From sunrise to broad darksky vistas, this home is where you'll make treasured memories. Private without being isolated, only a tiny fraction of homes across Yancey and Mitchell counties even come close to touching the specialness of this gracious, soothing and ahhh, perfect home away from home. Babbling brook. Gravel state maintained road for all season easy access. No restrictions! LARGE Workshop. Full Transferable Window Warranty.

Single-familyProperty Type

1944Year Built

4.32 acresLot Size

$268Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Deb Daquin • Carolina Living Associates LLC

Contact: debdaquin@mountainscarolina.com

Bought with Crystal Garland • RE/MAX RESULTS

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•Source:CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4179227

Redfin Estimate

$423,469

$4,469 since sold in November 2024$2,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 36% higher than the average sale price ($311K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$300,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,610 sq ft
58 Possum Trot Rd, Bakersville, NC 28705
SOLD JUL 28, 2026
$240,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,300 sq ft
658 Upper Hanging Rock Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
SOLD OCT 8, 2026
$298,500
C
3 beds2 baths1,566 sq ft
86 Jarrett Dr, Bakersville, NC 28705
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$269,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,358 sq ft
1415 Roan Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28777
SOLD SEP 23, 2026
$520,575
E
3 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft
16 Osborn Knob Rd, Little Switzerland, NC 28749
SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$240,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,528 sq ft
1860 Deer Park Lake Rd, Spruce Pine, NC 28777

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$2,817/mo

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Market trends in 28705, NC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

93.9%

+1.2% MoM

Median sale price

$300K

$88 MoM

Avg. days on market

99d

5 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

$199,999
2 beds1 bath1,320 sq ft
338 Sweet Creek Rd, Bakersville, NC 28705
$410,000
2 beds2 baths1,650 sq ft
610 Amber Dr, Bakersville, NC 28705
$899,000
3 beds3.5 baths3,671 sq ft
155 Mule Trail Dr, Bakersville, NC 28705
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Sale history for 296 Sparks Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,206 (+2.7%)

$44,900 + $143,600

$188,500

2025

$1,174 (+1.6%)

$44,900 + $138,600

$183,500

2024

$1,156

$44,900 + $138,600

$183,500

2023

$1,156

$44,900 + $138,600

$183,500

2022

$1,156 (+39.6%)

$44,900 + $138,600

$183,500

2021

$828

$38,000 + $89,400

$127,400

2020

$828

$38,000 + $89,400

$127,400

2019

$828

$38,000 + $89,400

$127,400

2018

$828 (−3.1%)

$38,000 + $89,400

$127,400

2017

$855 (+8.3%)

$38,000 + $93,500

$131,500

2016

$789

$38,000 + $93,500

$131,500

2014

$789 (+9.2%)

$38,000 + $93,500

$131,500

2013

$723

$50,500 + $106,600

$157,100

Tax history for 296 Sparks Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,206 (+2.7%)

$44,900 + $143,600

$188,500

2025

$1,174 (+1.6%)

$44,900 + $138,600

$183,500

2024

$1,156

$44,900 + $138,600

$183,500

2023

$1,156

$44,900 + $138,600

$183,500

2022

$1,156 (+39.6%)

$44,900 + $138,600

$183,500

2021

$828

$38,000 + $89,400

$127,400

2020

$828

$38,000 + $89,400

$127,400

2019

$828

$38,000 + $89,400

$127,400

2018

$828 (−3.1%)

$38,000 + $89,400

$127,400

2017

$855 (+8.3%)

$38,000 + $93,500

$131,500

2016

$789

$38,000 + $93,500

$131,500

2014

$789 (+9.2%)

$38,000 + $93,500

$131,500

2013

$723

$50,500 + $106,600

$157,100

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

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Baths

—

Stories

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Lot width

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Lot depth

—

Lot size

4.32 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

—

Year built

—

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Mitchell County

APN

0871-00-87-3136

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Has Carport
Carport Spaces: 1

Interior

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Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 2
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 2
# of Full Baths (Total): 2

Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Utility Room

Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Unfinished

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Electric, Other - See Remarks

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Oil
Cooling Information: None

Interior Features
Room Count: 7
Interior Features: Attic Finished, Walk-in Closet(s)
Window Features: Insulated Window(s), Window Treatments
Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified Washer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Microwave
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Door Features: Screen Door(s), Storm Door(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Stone, Wood
Roof: Shingle

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered
Fencing: Fenced

Property Information
Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Zoning Specification: Resident

Lot Information
Lot Features: Adjoins Forest, Hilly
Lot Size Area: 4.32
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 2500
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Wired Internet Available

Location

HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None

School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Mitchell County
APN: 0871-00-87-3136

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 16, 2026

Other

Auction Information
Is Auction: 0

Listing Information
Exception YN: 0

Green Information
Green Verification Count: 0

Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1578
Living Area: 1578
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,578
Sq. Ft. Upper: 312
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1266
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One and One Half
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Around this home

Schools

Gouge Primary

Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 4.5mi

2/10

Mitchell High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

3/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

7/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 91° expected this year, 19 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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Historical weather

Bakersville, NC • 28705

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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in June and 5 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$403,000 – $487,000

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Home values near 296 Sparks Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
221 Sparks Rd, Bakersville, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$260,824

Address	Redfin Estimate
572 Stewart Rd, Bakersville, NC 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1260 Sq. Ft.	$379,345

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