Nestled in the heart of Banner Elk's picturesque Mill Ridge community, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath mountain chalet is the perfect blend of cozy comfort and outdoor adventure. This home invites you in with vaulted ceilings, warm wood-style flooring, and a well-designed open-concept layout that makes relaxing or entertaining a breeze. Step outside onto the covered porch and enjoy peaceful views while enjoying your morning coffee or winding down after a day of High Country fun. Inside, the home features a bright and airy feel, with the convenience of the primary suite on the main level, two additional bedrooms, and a full bathroom upstairs. Mill Ridge offers a variety of perks for all to enjoy —swim in the outdoor pool, challenge your friends to a match on the tennis courts, explore scenic hiking trails, or wander down to the Watauga River for a dose of mountain serenity. Located minutes from Banner Elk's quaint downtown, Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain ski resorts, Grandfather Mountain's mile-high bridge, this home offers year-round appeal in a storybook setting. Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, vacation rental, or full-time hideaway in the High Country, 236 Laurel Ridge Road is your ticket to easy, breezy mountain living with a playful twist.
HCMLS #252704
May 26, 2025
Price Changed
$320,000
$298/sq ft
Nov 18, 2024
Listed
$329,000
$306/sq ft
HCMLS #249531
May 10, 2024
Listed
$339,000
$315/sq ft
HCMLS #245775
Sep 15, 2023
Listed
$339,000
$315/sq ft
HCMLS #242105
Aug 9, 2023
Delisted
—
Apr 27, 2023
Relisted
—
Apr 11, 2023
Contingent
—
Apr 6, 2023
Listed
$339,000
$315/sq ft
HCMLS #237176
Jun 10, 2022
Sold
$273,000
$254/sq ft
May 4, 2022
Listed
$269,000
$250/sq ft
HCMLS #217092
Dec 18, 2019
Sold
$161,000
$150/sq ft
Aug 13, 2019
Listed
$159,900
$149/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$982 (+1.3%)
$12,400 + $223,300
$235,700
2024
$970
$12,400 + $223,300
$235,700
2023
$970 (+2.4%)
$12,400 + $223,300
$235,700
2022
$947 (+33.6%)
$12,400 + $223,300
$235,700
2021
$709
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2020
$709
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2019
$709 (+10.9%)
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2018
$640
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2017
$640 (+9.5%)
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2016
$584
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2015
$584
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2014
$584
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
Tax history for 236 Laurel Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$982 (+1.3%)
$12,400 + $223,300
$235,700
2024
$970
$12,400 + $223,300
$235,700
2023
$970 (+2.4%)
$12,400 + $223,300
$235,700
2022
$947 (+33.6%)
$12,400 + $223,300
$235,700
2021
$709
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2020
$709
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2019
$709 (+10.9%)
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2018
$640
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2017
$640 (+9.5%)
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2016
$584
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2015
$584
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
2014
$584
$12,500 + $126,400
$138,900
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,039
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1888063100000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Parking Space(s)
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 2
# of Bedrooms: Main: 1
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Upper: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Baseboard, Electric, Space Heater, Wall Furnace
Cooling Information: Window Unit(s)
Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood
Roof: Metal
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: R
Zoning Specification: R
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.14
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: None, Paved
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: City
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Has HOA
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $175
Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
Association Annual Expense: 2100.00
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,039
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1888063100000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1075
Living Area: 1075
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,075
Sq. Ft. Upper: 469
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 606
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: Two
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 8.3mi
7/10
Watauga High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.2mi
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
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
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$348,000 – $421,000
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