Four bedroom, 3 bath home with central heat and air for under $500K!! Located in Mill Ridge, 'Laurel Lodge' offers two full living areas, a large deck for entertaining, and is offered fully furnished! Numerous updates have been made to the home, including new metal roof, gutters and downspouts in 2021, exterior and interior and decks painted, new stainless kitchen appliances in 2021, driveway paved in 2021, and HVAC in 2018. There is a separated entry to the home on both the lower and upper floors. Entering from the upper deck to the living area, you are greeted with warm rustic charm, open floorplan, and stone wood burning fireplace. The living room is open to dining area, and bright kitchen. This main level also includes the en-suite primary bedroom (king bed) along with another bedroom (two twins), and full bathroom. All baths have new granite counters and light fixtures. From the main level, step outside to the large open deck with great furniture, where ample seating makes it easy for hosting friends and family. There is a courtyard in back with a small storage shed. In the lower level is sizeable living and game room, another updated bath, and two bedrooms--one bedroom with queen bed, and the other set up as a bunk room with four twin beds. The memory foam queen sleeper sofa on lower level offers additional sleeping space for guests. The laundry is also on this level. The newly paved driveway and additional parking area on the road can accommodate up to six cars. Situated centrally between Boone and Banner Elk, Mill Ridge is just a short drive to all ski slopes, restaurants, shopping and Appalachian State University. This home is a short walk to neighborhood amanities, which include tennis courts, a hiking trail, swimming pool and clubhouse. Short term and long term rentals permitted. Offered mostly furnished recently with few exclusions (list in supplements). Full list of upgrades included in supplements. See the 3-D tour.
Single-familyProperty Type
1987Year Built
3,485 sq ftLot Size
$271Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Leslie Eason• Keller Williams High Country
Contact: (828) 406-0828
Bought with Michele McCubbins• Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock
Great vacation property or primary residence in Mill Ridge! Centrally located between Boone and Banner Elk, just minutes away from hiking, trout fishing, restaurants, and shopping. This wonderful property is walking distance away from all the amenities of Mill Ridge, including tennis courts, basketball courts, volleyball, an outdoor pool for the summer season, and private access to the Watauga river. The house has two spacious bedrooms on the lower level with a nice family room. On the main level there is a master suite, an additional bedroom and bathroom, living room with a cozy wood burning fireplace, and a remodeled kitchen/dining area. A new outdoor deck wraps around the house for great entertainment. Call to see today!
HCMLS #201192
Nov 17, 2017
Sold
$156,000
$92/sq ft
May 23, 2017
Listed
$164,900
$98/sq ft
+16
Mountain home, Mill Ridge, 4BR/3BA, perfect rental investment or year-round living. Large living room with fireplace, and updated kitchen. Enjoy views & meals on your deck. Downstairs family area and laundry. Furnished. Walk to pool, tennis & Watauga River.
TMLS #1925555
Jun 6, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Jan 1, 2014
Listed
$195,000
$116/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,135 (+1.1%)
$13,800 + $263,500
$277,300
2024
$1,123
$13,800 + $263,500
$277,300
2023
$1,123 (+2.1%)
$13,800 + $263,500
$277,300
2022
$1,100 (+31.5%)
$13,800 + $263,500
$277,300
2021
$837
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2020
$837
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2019
$837 (+11.1%)
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2018
$753
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2017
$753 (+9.8%)
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2016
$686
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2015
$686
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2014
$686
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
Tax history for 188 Laurel Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,135 (+1.1%)
$13,800 + $263,500
$277,300
2024
$1,123
$13,800 + $263,500
$277,300
2023
$1,123 (+2.1%)
$13,800 + $263,500
$277,300
2022
$1,100 (+31.5%)
$13,800 + $263,500
$277,300
2021
$837
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2020
$837
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2019
$837 (+11.1%)
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2018
$753
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2017
$753 (+9.8%)
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2016
$686
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2015
$686
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
2014
$686
$12,500 + $154,600
$167,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,485 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,684
Year built
1987
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1888060014000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Paved, Driveway, No Garage, Private
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Stone, Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Walk-Out Access
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Wrap Around
Roof: Metal
Pool Information
Pool Features: Community
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 901
Below Grade Finished Area: 787
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stucco, Frame
Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size : 0.08
Lot Size Area: 0.08
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.08
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,123
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Cable Available
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $165
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $165
Schools Information
Elementary School: Banner Elk
High School: Watauga
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Mill Ridge
Community Information
Community Features: Pool, Clubhouse, Tennis Court(s)
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,684
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3,485 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1987
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1888060014000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
AttributionContact: (828) 406-0828
Around this home
Schools
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 8.4mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.3mi
8/10
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 88° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$436,000 – $528,000
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