This charming 2 bedroom 1 bath cottage is nestled in the heart of the High Country. The cozy retreat blends rustic charm with modern updates, offering a warm and inviting atmosphere just right for year-round living or seasonal getaway. Just 1.5 miles from the lodge at Sugar Mtn, this home sits on the road directly across from the Sugar Mtn entrance, offering unparalleled convenience to one of North Carolina's premier resort destinations. Sugar Mtn offers snow sports, golf, tennis, tubing, ice skating, and mountain biking. Grocery stores, restaurants, and attractions are a short drive, as well hospitals and pharmacies.
Great central location, newly remodeled (updated electrical, tile floors, kitchen and bath room) this home would make a great rental, minutes from, skiing, golf, tennis, hiking trails, native trout streams Grand Father Mountain, and all of the High Country attractions. Ready to move in all you need to pack is clothes and a tooth brush. This home is beautifully furnished and equipped with upmarket appliances, a spacious bath and kitchen and is designed for ease of maintenance.
Public Records
Dec 21, 2005
Sold
$120,000
$130/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$508
$22,000 + $105,100
$127,100
2024
$508
$22,000 + $105,100
$127,100
2023
$508
$22,000 + $105,100
$127,100
2022
$508 (−12.7%)
$22,000 + $105,100
$127,100
2021
$582
$35,000 + $70,900
$105,900
2020
$582
$35,000 + $70,900
$105,900
2019
$582
$35,000 + $70,900
$105,900
2018
$582 (+15.4%)
$35,000 + $70,900
$105,900
2017
$505 (+23.1%)
$35,000 + $56,800
$91,800
2016
$410 (−14.2%)
$35,000 + $56,800
$91,800
2014
$478
$35,000 + $56,800
$91,800
Tax history for 450 Arnett Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$508
$22,000 + $105,100
$127,100
2024
$508
$22,000 + $105,100
$127,100
2023
$508
$22,000 + $105,100
$127,100
2022
$508 (−12.7%)
$22,000 + $105,100
$127,100
2021
$582
$35,000 + $70,900
$105,900
2020
$582
$35,000 + $70,900
$105,900
2019
$582
$35,000 + $70,900
$105,900
2018
$582 (+15.4%)
$35,000 + $70,900
$105,900
2017
$505 (+23.1%)
$35,000 + $56,800
$91,800
2016
$410 (−14.2%)
$35,000 + $56,800
$91,800
2014
$478
$35,000 + $56,800
$91,800
*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
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.56 Acres
Year renovated
2011
Sq. Ft.
864
Year built
1966
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Avery County
APN
18681720127000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Carport
Parking Features: Carport
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 925
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Frame
Property Features
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: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size : 0.54
Lot Size Area: 0.54
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.54
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $508
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Electric: 220 Volts
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Banner Elk
High School: Avery County
Location Information
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 864
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.56 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1966
Year Renovated: 2011
County: Avery County
APN: 18681720127000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
AttributionContact: (828) 460-3847
Around this home
Schools
Banner Elk Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
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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
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 82° expected this year, 21 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, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$334,000 – $405,000
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