SOLD MAR 17, 2026

Sold on Mar 2026

$855,000

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3,334

sq ft

281 Old Hartley Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604

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PICTURESQUE, SPACIOUS, & CONVENIENT! This Valle Crucis split level home with incredible curb appeal has it all! Situated on 1.3 acres with a newly fenced backyard, the property offers stunning mountain views and Watauga River views from multiple open decks. The interior features 3 bedrooms plus a flex room (or additional sleeping area), 3 full baths, a spacious living room and den divided by a double sided gas fireplace, highly functional kitchen with open flow to the dining area, a separate office off of the den, and a large multi-purpose room with loads of storage space. Imagine the possibilities! Wood floors flank the main level, and the bathrooms are tiled. Carpet is found in the primary bedroom, while the other bedrooms and flex room boast wood floors. Parking is a breeze with the one car garage, carport, and ample driveway space. Got tools? There is even an area in the walkout basement that functions as a workshop. Well maintained with recent major improvements including a 2023 HVAC, 2024 roof, 2025 water heater and more! This centrally located mountain dream home is a short stroll to the Watauga River and is less than a mile drive to The Mast General Store, Valle Crucis Community Park, and the new and highly impressive Valle Crucis School. Only a 15 minute drive to Downtown Boone, and less than 30 minutes to Downtown Blowing Rock, Appalachian Ski Mountain, Grandfather Mountain, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort and Beech Mountain Ski Resort. It currently serves as a primary residence, and could be turned into a highly desirable vacation rental! Both short term and long term rentals are permitted in this subdivision. See the certified measure and virtual tour to get a feel for the layout of this home. The septic permit could not be located by AppHealthCare in Watauga County, but the tax records indicate 3 bedrooms. Internet is currently coaxial through Spectrum. If fiber optic is preferred, Skyline/Skybest can provide it to this home.

Single-familyProperty Type

1985Year Built

1.3 acresLot Size

$256Price/Sq.Ft.

$22/moHOA Dues

1 car garageParking

Listed by Emily Marlett • Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realtors Boone

Contact: (828) 295-7337

Bought with Sandra Hancock • Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realtors Boone

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•Source:HCMLS #259720

Redfin Estimate

$869,187

$14K since sold in March 2026$9,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 6.8% lower than the average sale price ($933K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$1,350,000
A
3 beds3 baths3,211 sq ft
2683 Hickory, Boone, NC 28607
SOLD AUG 25, 2026
$765,000
B
3 beds3 baths3,150 sq ft
373 The Settlement Rd, Boone, NC 28607
SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$685,000
C
3 beds3 baths2,741 sq ft
197 Woodby Ridge Rd, Vilas, NC 28692
SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$775,000
D
3 beds4 baths3,538 sq ft
640 Knollwood Dr, Boone, NC 28607
SOLD DEC 4, 2025
$1,223,500
E
3 beds3.5 baths3,328 sq ft
2160 Valle Cay Dr, Vilas, NC 28692
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$800,000
F
3 beds3.5 baths2,229 sq ft
228 Woodby Ridge Rd, Vilas, NC 28692

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Market trends in 28604, NC

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

95.8%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$575K

$7K MoM

Avg. days on market

82d

5 days MoM

Recently sold homes

147

20 MoM

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659 Club House Dr Unit D2, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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3D WALKTHROUGH
$525,000
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$150,000
1 bed1 bath608 sq ft
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2 beds2 baths900 sq ft
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Sale and tax history for 281 Old Hartley Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #259720

Mar 17, 2026

Sold

$855,000

$256/sq ft

Feb 5, 2026

Contingent

—

Jan 21, 2026

Listed

$865,000

$259/sq ft

HCMLS #213570

Jun 27, 2019

Sold

$347,000

$104/sq ft

Apr 2, 2019

Listed

$369,500

$111/sq ft

+34

Spacious and well-maintained split level home with three bedrooms and three full baths in the heart of Valle Crucis. You're less than a mile from The Mast General Store and Valle Crucis Community Park. There are also multiple fine dining choices within a couple of miles. Enjoy the Watauga River views from this home's multiple decks and Watauga River access on Dewitt Barnett. There's a two-sided stone fireplace in the living room and den where you can also enjoy the river views as you curl up by the fire. The home features an updated kitchen and wood floors on the expansive main level. The upper level is home to a master suite, a guest bedroom, and an additional full bath. A third bedroom and bonus room are on the lower level. It doesn't end there as the home boasts two workshop areas and a garage in the basement. There are endless possibilities for the large, finished basement if you needed more living space. A very special home in a beautiful and desirable location!

Public Records

Apr 29, 2011

Sold

$355,000

$106/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,353 (+0.5%)

$36,600 + $571,600

$608,200

2024

$2,341 (−3.0%)

$36,600 + $571,600

$608,200

2023

$2,413 (+1.0%)

$36,600 + $571,600

$608,200

2022

$2,390 (+43.1%)

$36,600 + $591,100

$627,700

2021

$1,670

$43,000 + $307,900

$350,900

2020

$1,670

$43,000 + $307,900

$350,900

2019

$1,670 (+11.7%)

$43,000 + $307,900

$350,900

2018

$1,494

$43,000 + $307,900

$350,900

2017

$1,494 (+10.4%)

$43,000 + $307,900

$350,900

2016

$1,353

$43,000 + $307,900

$350,900

2015

$1,353

$43,000 + $307,900

$350,900

2014

$1,353

$43,000 + $307,900

$350,900

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.3 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,529

Year built

1985

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Watauga County

APN

1980357605000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Has Carport
Parking Features: Paved, Asphalt, Concrete, Carport, Driveway, Garage, Private, Shared Driveway

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Electric, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump, Other, See Remarks

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Window Features: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas, Masonry, Stone, Propane

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Walk-Out Access

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
Fencing: Back Yard
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,932
Below Grade Finished Area: 402
Levels: Three Or More, Multi/Split
# of Stories Total: 3
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Stucco, Frame

Property Features
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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: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size : 1.3
Lot Size Area: 1.3
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.3
Zoning Description: R1

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,934.08

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $265
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $22.08

Schools Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis
High School: Watauga

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Hickory Ridge

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,529
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1980357605000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026

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Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
AttributionContact: (828) 295-7337

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Schools

Valle Crucis Elementary

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 6.1mi

7/10

Watauga High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.5mi

8/10

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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 89° expected this year, 22 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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Estimated sale price

$826,000 – $1.00M

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Home values near 281 Old Hartley Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
122 Old Hartley Rd, Banner Elk, NC 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1224 Sq. Ft.	$421,467
138 Old Hartley Rd, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1540 Sq. Ft.	$553,334

Address	Redfin Estimate
287 Old Hartley Rd, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1701 Sq. Ft.	$585,331
335 Old Hartley Rd, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1260 Sq. Ft.	$474,493

Address	Redfin Estimate
262 Old Hartley Rd, Banner Elk, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$355,342
218 Old Hartley Rd, Banner Elk, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1624 Sq. Ft.	$527,700

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