OFF MARKET

Off market may 2017 for $845K

$1,684,784

•

4,663

sq ft

1266 Red Tailed Hawk Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604

About this home

This exquisite mountain home located in the much-desired heart of Valle Crucis offers stunning vista views toward Grandfather Mountain and pretty pastoral views of the valley below. This is a unique property with an interesting history as an original earth-berm home lovingly renovated and updated by the current owners. The main floor has a private guest bedroom suite with a full bath, open dining and living spaces with fireplace, easy access to multiple decks and a screened porch for outdoor entertaining, two additional guest suites and full bath, office and a nicely appointed kitchen. There are multiple closets w/ storage galore throughout the home. The second level has a spacious great room with vaulted ceilings, handsome wood floors, gas fireplace, gaming space and built-in bar. The generous master bedroom, w/ full bath & ample closets, has mountain views & direct access to a spacious fitness center. Other special features include custom wine cellar, generator, dry sauna, two-car garage, workshop, timber-framed & paver porte cochere, beautiful gardens & a private hot tub. MUST SEE!

Single-familyProperty Type

1985Year Built

0.98 acresLot Size

$361Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Robinson/Turner Team • Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Bought with Robinson/Turner Team • Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:HCMLS #39203615

Redfin Estimate

$1,684,784

$840K since sold in May 2017$74K since September

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This home's estimate is 122.9% higher than the average sale price ($756K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 14, 2026
$660,000
A
4 beds3 baths2,518 sq ft
209 Birch, Boone, NC 28607
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$855,000
B
3 beds3.5 baths3,500 sq ft
615 New Homestead Dr, Vilas, NC 28692
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$775,000
C
3 beds4 baths3,538 sq ft
640 Knollwood Dr, Boone, NC 28607
SOLD MAR 17, 2026
$855,000
D
3 beds3 baths3,334 sq ft
281 Old Hartley Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604
SOLD OCT 15, 2026
$965,000
E
4 beds4.5 baths5,109 sq ft
1644 Broadstone Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$425,000
F
6 beds4.5 baths2,431 sq ft
5033 Junaluska Rd, Boone, NC 28607

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$4,213/mo

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Market trends in 28604, NC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

95.4%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$586K

$11K MoM

Avg. days on market

102d

21 days MoM

Recently sold homes

167

23 MoM

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Sale history for 1266 Red Tailed Hawk Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,074 (+0.3%)

$76,900 + $1,187,800

$1,264,700

2024

$4,062 (+4.3%)

$76,900 + $998,900

$1,075,800

2023

$3,893 (+0.6%)

$76,900 + $998,900

$1,075,800

2022

$3,870 (+8.2%)

$76,900 + $952,900

$1,029,800

2021

$3,575

$59,100 + $712,400

$771,500

2020

$3,575 (+7.8%)

$59,100 + $712,400

$771,500

2019

$3,316 (+12.1%)

$59,100 + $712,400

$771,500

2018

$2,959

$59,100 + $712,400

$771,500

2017

$2,959 (+10.7%)

$59,200 + $655,300

$714,500

2016

$2,673

$59,200 + $655,300

$714,500

2015

$2,673

$59,200 + $655,300

$714,500

2014

$2,673

$59,200 + $655,300

$714,500

Tax history for 1266 Red Tailed Hawk Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,074 (+0.3%)

$76,900 + $1,187,800

$1,264,700

2024

$4,062 (+4.3%)

$76,900 + $998,900

$1,075,800

2023

$3,893 (+0.6%)

$76,900 + $998,900

$1,075,800

2022

$3,870 (+8.2%)

$76,900 + $952,900

$1,029,800

2021

$3,575

$59,100 + $712,400

$771,500

2020

$3,575 (+7.8%)

$59,100 + $712,400

$771,500

2019

$3,316 (+12.1%)

$59,100 + $712,400

$771,500

2018

$2,959

$59,100 + $712,400

$771,500

2017

$2,959 (+10.7%)

$59,200 + $655,300

$714,500

2016

$2,673

$59,200 + $655,300

$714,500

2015

$2,673

$59,200 + $655,300

$714,500

2014

$2,673

$59,200 + $655,300

$714,500

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

Public record

Beds

Baths

3.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.98 Acres

Year renovated

2006

Sq. Ft.

3,591

Year built

1985

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Watauga County

APN

1980282660000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 29, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Has Carport
Parking Features: Paved, Carport, Driveway, Garage, Private

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Propane

Interior Features
Interior Features: Sauna, High Speed Internet
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning, Propane

Room Information
Basement Details: None

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Screened
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Pool Information
Has Spa/Hot Tub

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 4,663
Construction Materials: Wood Siding

Property Features
Has View
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size : 0.98
Lot Size Area: 0.98
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.98
Zoning Description: Deed Restrictions,Residential

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,673.64

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Private Sewer

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $70
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $5.83

Schools Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,591
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: 2006
County: Watauga County
APN: 1980282660000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 29, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc

Around this home

Schools

Valle Crucis Elementary

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 6.3mi

7/10

Watauga High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.7mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

5 days above 89° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Banner Elk, NC • 28604

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Estimated sale price

$1.60M – $1.94M

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Home values near 1266 Red Tailed Hawk Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1006 Red Tailed Hawk Rd, Banner Elk, NC 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3120 Sq. Ft.	$1,468,531
528 Red Tailed Hawk Rd, Banner Elk, NC 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 6583 Sq. Ft.	$1,801,558

Address	Redfin Estimate
623 Red Tailed Hawk Rd, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2748 Sq. Ft.	$830,531
398 Joe Pye Ln, Banner Elk, NC 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1932 Sq. Ft.	$515,807

Address	Redfin Estimate
527 Red Tailed Hawk Rd, Banner Elk, NC 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4920 Sq. Ft.	$1,967,969
139 Valle Vw, Vilas, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3191 Sq. Ft.	$821,829

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