OFF MARKET

Off market sep 2021 for $263K

$399,564

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $347/mo

•

1,008

sq ft

4521 Hickory Nut Gap Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604

About this home

The Banner Elk Retreat is a "turn key" vacation rental property located in Banner Elk, North Carolina. The property is perfectly located between Sugar Mountain and Beech Mountain Ski Resorts for easy access to Grandfather Mountain, Linville Falls and the Watauga River. The house has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, a modern kitchen with quartz counter tops, custom cabinetry and updated appliances. The living space is an open concept. The bathrooms have been beautifully remodeled. The propane fireplace keeps the house cozy and warm in the winter and on cool summer evenings. The neighborhood is a quiet peaceful getaway just up the road from Wildcat Lake and all of the swimming and fishing activities it provides. The backyard has a fire pit, grill, wooden swing and hammock to sit and enjoy the relaxing environment of the quiet mountains year round. The house has a copper colored aluminum roof with matching gutters and a one car garage. Located north of Asheville, The Banner Elk Retreat is a member of the Banner Elk Chamber of Commerce! The house comes furnished and ready to continue renting on AirBNB. Check out the awesome reviews in the link below: https://airbnb.com/h/thebannerelkretreat

Single-familyProperty Type

1973Year Built

0.5 acresLot Size

$396Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Robyn Edsall • Antler Realty

Listed by Jim Edsall • Antler Realty

Bought with Lauren Packard • Don't Use****Keller Williams HIGH Country

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•Source:HCMLS #232022

Redfin Estimate

$399,564

$137K since sold in September 2021$9,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 17.3% lower than the average sale price ($483K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$487,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,569 sq ft
924 Balsam Dr, Newland, NC 28657
SOLD AUG 12, 2026
$589,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,904 sq ft
11 Cabin Cove Ln, Banner Elk, NC 28604
SOLD MAR 2, 2026
$275,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,280 sq ft
1929 Sugar Mountain Dr, Sugar Mountain, NC 28604
SOLD SEP 24, 2026
$350,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,185 sq ft
34 Cynthia Ln, Banner Elk, NC 28604
SOLD SEP 23, 2026
$450,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,384 sq ft
50 Cabin Ridge Ln, Banner Elk, NC 28604
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$749,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths1,928 sq ft
163 Rock Ledge Ln, Sugar Mountain, NC 28604

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$2,019/mo

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Market trends in 28604, NC

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

95.4%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$586K

$11K MoM

Avg. days on market

102d

21 days MoM

Recently sold homes

167

23 MoM

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Sale history for 4521 Hickory Nut Gap Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,040

$25,000 + $235,000

$260,000

2024

$1,040

$25,000 + $235,000

$260,000

2023

$1,040 (−5.6%)

$25,000 + $235,000

$260,000

2022

$1,102 (+153.0%)

$25,000 + $235,000

$260,000

2021

$436

$25,000 + $54,200

$79,200

2020

$436

$25,000 + $54,200

$79,200

2019

$436

$25,000 + $54,200

$79,200

2018

$436 (−4.5%)

$25,000 + $54,200

$79,200

2017

$456 (+23.2%)

$25,000 + $57,900

$82,900

2016

$370 (−14.2%)

$25,000 + $57,900

$82,900

2014

$431

$25,000 + $57,900

$82,900

Tax history for 4521 Hickory Nut Gap Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,040

$25,000 + $235,000

$260,000

2024

$1,040

$25,000 + $235,000

$260,000

2023

$1,040 (−5.6%)

$25,000 + $235,000

$260,000

2022

$1,102 (+153.0%)

$25,000 + $235,000

$260,000

2021

$436

$25,000 + $54,200

$79,200

2020

$436

$25,000 + $54,200

$79,200

2019

$436

$25,000 + $54,200

$79,200

2018

$436 (−4.5%)

$25,000 + $54,200

$79,200

2017

$456 (+23.2%)

$25,000 + $57,900

$82,900

2016

$370 (−14.2%)

$25,000 + $57,900

$82,900

2014

$431

$25,000 + $57,900

$82,900

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.52 Acres

Year renovated

2013

Sq. Ft.

1,008

Year built

1973

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Avery County

APN

18470118404400000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Gravel, Driveway, Garage, Private

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Space Heater, Wall Furnace

Interior Features
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Gas

Room Information
Basement Details: Crawl Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
Roof: Metal

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,008
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, 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: Public Maintained Road
Lot Size : 0.5
Lot Size Area: 0.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.5
Zoning Description: Residential,Subdivision

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $436

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Shared Well
Sewer: Private Sewer

Location

Schools Information
Elementary School: Banner Elk
High School: Avery County

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Donaldson Lands

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,008
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.52 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1973
Year Renovated: 2013
County: Avery County
APN: 18470118404400000

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Banner Elk Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi

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

7 days above 84° expected this year, 20 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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Banner Elk, NC • 28604

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In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$380,000 – $460,000

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Home values near 4521 Hickory Nut Gap Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4530 Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1056 Sq. Ft.	$385,634
4585 Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 960 Sq. Ft.	$288,830
4483 Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1248 Sq. Ft.	$278,639
60 Summersweet Drive, Banner Elk, NC 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1488 Sq. Ft.	$436,111
58 Meadow Avenue, Banner Elk, NC 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2024 Sq. Ft.	$537,816

Address	Redfin Estimate
4550 Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1344 Sq. Ft.	$424,782
4545 Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| - Baths \| 1104 Sq. Ft.	$264,961
4503 Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1224 Sq. Ft.	$316,655
100 Summersweet Drive, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1152 Sq. Ft.	$339,942
28 Meadow Avenue, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3190 Sq. Ft.	$753,686

Address	Redfin Estimate
4570 Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1032 Sq. Ft.	$307,298
4444 Hickory Nut Gap Road, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$262,942
82 Summersweet Drive, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1181 Sq. Ft.	$426,405
83 Meadow Avenue, Banner Elk, NC 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1254 Sq. Ft.	$359,968

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