Recently refreshed 3 bedroom, 1 full bath, & two half baths in desirable Mill Ridge Resort conveniently located between Boone and Banner Elk. Open layout with lots of windows! With vaulted ceilings in the great room, a wood burning fire place and large sliding glass doors open to large deck this home offers a space to enjoy every season. Kitchen area offers a tile backsplash, updated cabinetry, 2 pantries providing lots of storage. Entry level also offers 2 bedrooms with a jack and jill bath. The spiral stair case provides access to the lower level and opens to another deck and a fenced in yard. Lower level offers the 3rd bedroom as well as a bonus room. Off the bedroom is a half bath for your convenience and laundry access. Community offers a heated pool and tennis courts. Outbuilding, + bonus lot included. Heat is electric baseboard, kerosene monitor and wood stove, 1 window AC unit.
Single-familyProperty Type
1973Year Built
0.37 acresLot Size
$354Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Bill Aceto• Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. - Banner Elk
Listed by Todd Rice• Blue Ridge Realty & Inv. Blowing Rock
Bought with Bobbie Jo McCachren• Keller Williams High Country
This house has such a wonderful living area, all on one floor, warmed by a very impressive wood stove. Additional guest space is downstairs. Vaulted ceilings, open beams, ceiling fans, open kitchen allows for come together events and family gatherings. Off the main room are 2 bedrooms with a most unusually clever layout of baths. Each room has it's own vanity and water closet, with a closed off bathing area. Very practical and efficient. To expand your guest space you travel down a spiral staircase to the additional square footage which has innumerable potential and space. There is an open space for den, office, exercise, etc. Then there is a bedroom with 1/2 bath that shares the laundry room. The big surprise is this house sits on . 39 acres (3 lots) most unusual for Mill Ridge. The yard is fenced for you favorite pets. There is a winter view and some tree trimming has opened up and let the light enter the house with plenty of windows. Large deck off the back of the house allows for summer bar-b-ques and entertaining. Mill ridge has wonderful amenities provided through the POA. Pool, club house, playground, basketball, pond and the Watauga river to explore.
HCMLS #39203750
May 25, 2017
Sold
$126,000
$129/sq ft
Jul 28, 2016
Listed
$139,500
$142/sq ft
+11
This house will surprise you. Great open plan layout with 3 bedrooms and convenient bathrooms. Vaulted ceiling with lots of light from sliding glass doors to deck. Large deck on two levels. The spacious feel invites you in and makes you want to stay. Wood stove. Spiral staircase to lower level with bedroom, half bath, and bonus room. Asking price includes all furnishings except some personal items.
Public Records
Jan 27, 2006
Sold
$163,000
$166/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,165 (+1.1%)
$13,800 + $271,600
$285,400
2024
$1,153
$13,800 + $271,600
$285,400
2023
$1,153 (+2.0%)
$13,800 + $271,600
$285,400
2022
$1,130 (+45.3%)
$13,800 + $271,600
$285,400
2021
$778
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2020
$778
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2019
$778 (+11.0%)
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2018
$701
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2017
$701 (+9.6%)
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2016
$639
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2015
$639
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2014
$639
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
Tax history for 490 Laurel Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,165 (+1.1%)
$13,800 + $271,600
$285,400
2024
$1,153
$13,800 + $271,600
$285,400
2023
$1,153 (+2.0%)
$13,800 + $271,600
$285,400
2022
$1,130 (+45.3%)
$13,800 + $271,600
$285,400
2021
$778
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2020
$778
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2019
$778 (+11.0%)
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2018
$701
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2017
$701 (+9.6%)
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2016
$639
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2015
$639
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
2014
$639
$12,500 + $141,500
$154,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,400
Year built
1973
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Watauga County
APN
1888053837000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 20, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel, Driveway, No Garage, Private
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Kerosene
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Window Features: Double Pane Windows
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partially Finished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Pool Information
Pool Features: Community
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 980
Levels: Two
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Pond
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