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Off Market Aug 2022 for $640K

$693,899

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,094/mo

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2,357

sq ft

3897 Andy Hicks Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604

About this home

* * HUGE PRICE REDUCTION! MILLION DOLLAR VIEWS, CLASSIC HOME, PANORAMIC VIEWS FOR MILES! "Joy at the Top" is a glorious culmination of all things extraordinary and is drenched in a rich history of the 'Andy Hicks experience'. Nestled in lush green rhododendron and flanked with gorgeous rock outcrops, this home has 3 bd, 3.5 baths, 3-car garage(s), and is partially furnished. With a newly renovated den/game room and full bath in the above ground walk-out basement, 3 generous bedrooms (including a primary suite with a newly renovated full bath and private balcony), detached 2-car garage with wood stove and open work-space, and garden shed. Enjoy the multi-layered views from the 'Amish Country' gazebo (with electricity), from the fire-pit, from the wrap around deck, or from most rooms in the classic home. Truly unspoiled views are enjoyed from nearly everywhere! If you've been holding out for a very special retreat with HUGE intoxicating views and unique mountain charm, this Blue Ridge gem is the one. Welcome to, rightfully named, "Joy at the Top". (Great primary, secondary, or investment rental property. Adjoining lot available, too! Additional 2.75 acres; see MLS #238067).

Single-familyProperty Type

1986Year Built

1.95 acresLot Size

$294Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Anna Autrey • Howard Hanna Allen Tate Real Estate Blowing Rock

Bought with Suheila Bookwalter • Howard Hanna Allen Tate Realtors Boone

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•Source:HCMLS #238054

Redfin Estimate

$693,899

$54K since sold in August 2022$22K since August

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This home's estimate is 14.3% higher than the average sale price ($607K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$835,000
A
5 beds3 baths2,374 sq ft
192 Wild Daisy Ln, Beech Mountain, NC 28604
SOLD AUG 27, 2026
$740,000
B
4 beds3 baths2,562 sq ft
130 Raven Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604
SOLD NOV 12, 2025
$622,500
C
3 beds3 baths2,441 sq ft
109 Old Field Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604
SOLD JUL 27, 2026
$515,000
D
3 beds3 baths1,824 sq ft
133 & 135 Locust Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604
SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$490,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,870 sq ft
122 Lower Grouse Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604
SOLD MAR 20, 2026
$440,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,103 sq ft
311 Pine Ridge Rd, Beech Mountain, NC 28604

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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

96.0%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$567K

$62K MoM

Avg. days on market

77d

5 days MoM

Recently sold homes

128

18 MoM

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Sale history for 3897 Andy Hicks Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,414 (+0.9%)

$36,700 + $316,200

$352,900

2024

$1,402

$36,700 + $316,200

$352,900

2023

$1,402 (+1.7%)

$36,700 + $316,200

$352,900

2022

$1,379 (+24.9%)

$36,700 + $316,200

$352,900

2021

$1,104

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2020

$1,104

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2019

$1,104 (+11.4%)

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2018

$991

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2017

$991 (+10.1%)

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2016

$900

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2015

$900

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2014

$900

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

Tax history for 3897 Andy Hicks Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,414 (+0.9%)

$36,700 + $316,200

$352,900

2024

$1,402

$36,700 + $316,200

$352,900

2023

$1,402 (+1.7%)

$36,700 + $316,200

$352,900

2022

$1,379 (+24.9%)

$36,700 + $316,200

$352,900

2021

$1,104

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2020

$1,104

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2019

$1,104 (+11.4%)

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2018

$991

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2017

$991 (+10.1%)

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2016

$900

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2015

$900

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

2014

$900

$34,500 + $191,500

$226,000

*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

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.95 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,240

Year built

1986

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Watauga County

APN

1950792117000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Parking Features: Gravel, Attached, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Other, Private, See Remarks

Interior

Virtual Tour

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Other, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Exhaust Fan, Natural Gas, Baseboard, Electric, Propane, Other, See Remarks

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Window Features: Skylight(s), Double Pane Windows, Screens
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Other, See Remarks, Wood Burning

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Other, Walk-Out Access

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Wrap Around
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,357
Levels: Three Or More
# of Stories Total: 3
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Frame

Property Features
Has View
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Gazebo, 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: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size : 1.95
Lot Size Area: 1.95
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.95
Zoning Description: Residential

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,103.78

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well

Location

Schools Information
Elementary School: Valle Crucis
High School: Watauga

Location Information
Subdivision Name: None

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,240
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.95 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1986
Year Renovated: —
County: Watauga County
APN: 1950792117000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 20, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc

Around this home

Schools

Valle Crucis Elementary

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 11.0mi

7/10

Watauga High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 11.5mi

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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

0 hot days expected this year, 0 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

Banner Elk, NC • 28604

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Estimated sale price

$660,000 – $798,000

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Home values near 3897 Andy Hicks Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4009 Andy Hicks Road, Banner Elk, NC 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1560 Sq. Ft.	$479,084
3729 Andy Hicks Road, Banner Elk, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1700 Sq. Ft.	$714,037

Address	Redfin Estimate
4109 Andy Hicks Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2008 Sq. Ft.	$512,908
3741 Andy Hicks Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2016 Sq. Ft.	$604,643

Address	Redfin Estimate
4117 Andy Hicks Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3072 Sq. Ft.	$832,677
4134 Andy Hicks Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2184 Sq. Ft.	$578,266

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