ADORABLE CABIN ON 2.4 ACRES! This place is so cute and ready to be loved! Full wrap-around porch, 2 open, 2 covered, with new decking on both sides just ready for you to sit, relax & enjoy the cool mountain air and calming sounds of the creek out back! With a large, flat yard, it's excellent for gardening, fencing in for pets, horses, chickens, or whatever you heart desires because there are NO RESTRICTIONS! Inside is a cozy living room with a wood stove for cold winter nights, and there is an adjoing dining area. Also close by is the kitchen and back door to the covered porch which is handy for grilling and relaxing to the sound of the creek! Down the hall is the bathroom and a bedroom which was being used a an office/closet by the current owner. Also, it would be a great space for the washer/dryer, which is currently in the corner of the adjoining large bedroom with a sitting area. Through french doors, you will find a huge primary bedroom! This room has doors on each side of the room. .. one that leads to the left side porch, and one that leads to the covered back porch! Every room has large windows looking out on the serene, secluded views of the mountains, woods and creek! ONE LEVEL LIVING! Tankless instant hot water heater, metal roof, wood & bark siding, septic was re-done on 2006, and 2 wells on the property, with a well improvement done in 2021. A driveway is to be installed on the left side of the home next week which will make access much easier! Also, there is a 24' by 30' metal garage/workshop on the property with garage doors on each end, and a pedestrian door, as well, that can hold multiple cars and all your tools! Beautiful new flooring has been added in the living/dining/kitchen area. THIS CABIN HAS SO MUCH TO OFFER & SO MUCH CHARACTER!!! Great for permanent resident, or long/short term rentals! GREAT INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY!!! COME SEE FOR YOURSELF!
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
2.4 acresLot Size
$295Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kathie Childers• Realty One Group Results-Boone
Contact: (704) 661-4523
Bought with Maurice Williams• Premier Sotheby's Int'l Realty
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$1,707/mo
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Market trends in 28622, NC
Last updated September 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Buyer's market
Sale-to-list price
90.7%
1.4% MoM
Median sale price
$282K
$27K MoM
Avg. days on market
118d
3 days MoM
Recently sold homes
8
1 MoM
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Sale history for 834 Barlow Rd
Date
Event
Price
HCMLS #257284
Sep 30, 2025
Sold
$300,000
$287/sq ft
Aug 19, 2025
Contingent
—
Aug 15, 2025
Price Changed
$289,000
$276/sq ft
Aug 15, 2025
Listed
$269,500
$258/sq ft
HCMLS #215306
Aug 27, 2019
Sold
$150,000
$143/sq ft
May 31, 2019
Listed
$165,000
$158/sq ft
+45
PRICED BELOW RECENT APPRAISED VALUE!! ONLY 12 MINUTES FROM DOWNTOWN BANNER ELK YOU'LL FIND THIS SUPER SWEET MOUNTAIN COTTAGE ON 2+ ACRES OVERLOOKING A BEAUTIFUL STREAM! Gardeners will LOVE the large flat yard full of sunshine! ONE LEVEL LIVING, 2 Bed/1 Bath, a large den area (w/ laundry), cozy living room with gorgeous wood stove as the centerpiece between the kitchen & dining room. The smaller bedroom is currently being utilized as a large walk-in closet which is directly across from the full bath. The back bedroom (GREAT SIZE!) has a ton of windows (stream side!), a gas stove & access to the deck! This place is absolutely adorable & has tons of character! You won't find anything like it, especially at this price! Heat is comprised of a propane-monitor, wood-burning wood stove & gas stove. Tankless Instant Hot Water Heater. Metal Roof. Board & Batten Wood Siding. Septic was re-done in 2006, two wells on the property, no restrictions! Great place for a horse or two, chickens, goats, garden, a true dream to live in a great area within the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$711
$24,100 + $152,800
$176,900
2024
$711
$24,100 + $152,800
$176,900
2023
$711
$24,100 + $152,800
$176,900
2022
$712 (+39.7%)
$24,100 + $152,800
$176,900
2021
$509
2020
$509
$14,700 + $77,900
$92,600
2019
$509
$14,700 + $77,900
$92,600
2018
$509 (−2.4%)
$14,700 + $77,900
$92,600
2017
$522 (+75.7%)
$12,000 + $82,900
$94,900
2016
$297 (−14.2%)
$12,000 + $54,600
$66,600
2014
$346
$12,000 + $54,600
$66,600
Tax history for 834 Barlow Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$711
$24,100 + $152,800
$176,900
2024
$711
$24,100 + $152,800
$176,900
2023
$711
$24,100 + $152,800
$176,900
2022
$712 (+39.7%)
$24,100 + $152,800
$176,900
2021
$509
2020
$509
$14,700 + $77,900
$92,600
2019
$509
$14,700 + $77,900
$92,600
2018
$509 (−2.4%)
$14,700 + $77,900
$92,600
2017
$522 (+75.7%)
$12,000 + $82,900
$94,900
2016
$297 (−14.2%)
$12,000 + $54,600
$66,600
2014
$346
$12,000 + $54,600
$66,600
*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
479 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.4 Acres
Year renovated
2008
Sq. Ft.
960
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Avery County
APN
18390042829000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 10, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
Parking Features: Gravel, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Oversized, Private, On Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Has Heating
Heating: Exhaust Fan, Fireplace(s), Propane, Other, See Remarks, Wood Stove
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Window Features: Window Treatments
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Exhaust Fan, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Other, See Remarks, Wood Burning, Propane
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Wrap Around
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,046
Levels: One
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Frame
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Creek, Stream
Has View
Other Structures: Outbuilding
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 : 2.4
Lot Size Area: 2.4
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 2.4
Zoning Description: None
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $711.20
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Private Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: Freedom Trail
Middle Or Junior School: Avery
High School: Avery County
Location Information
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 960
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: 2008
County: Avery County
APN: 18390042829000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 10, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighCountryAssociationOfRealtorsInc
AttributionContact: (704) 661-4523
Around this home
Schools
Freedom Trail Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.3mi
7/10
Cranberry Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.3mi
5/10
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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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 86° expected this year, 24 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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Estimated sale price
$294,000 – $356,000
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