Cozy 2BR/1BA mountain cottage at approximately 3800 FT elevation is just steps to the Brushy Ridge Trail leading straight into the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area. Hikers, mountain bikers, trout fishermen and genuine outdoor lovers take note! Located in Gingercake Mountain Park, this little getaway has the most charming wraparound screened porch perfect for morning coffee and quiet summer evenings. Outbuilding works for storage or a small playhouse. Recent upgrades include electric panel and metal roof. Condition of gas logs is unknown. To be sold mostly furnished. Spectrum fiber internet is available. Includes two lots. Owners currently pay $300/year for privately maintained road.
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
1.04 acresLot Size
$270Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Bobbie McCombs• McCombs & Hoke Real Estate
Contact: bobbie@mccombsandhoke.com
Bought with Bobbie McCombs• McCombs & Hoke Real Estate
Est. $1,595 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 7218 Martin Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4354644
Apr 16, 2026
Sold
$225,000
$270/sq ft
Mar 19, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 11, 2026
Listed
$225,000
$270/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 7, 2016
Sold
$35,000
$42/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 12, 1993
Sold
$25,000
$30/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$859 (+193.6%)
$42,410 + $68,063
$110,473
2025
$293 (−0.7%)
$42,410
2024
$295
$42,410
2023
$295 (+41.7%)
$42,410
2022
$208
$25,058
2021
$208
$25,058
2020
$208
$25,058
2019
$208
$25,058
2018
$208
$25,058
2017
$208
$25,058
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
—
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.79 Acres
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
832
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Burke County
APN
24567
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 5, 2026.
R-MU
Rural Mixed-Use District
The Rural Mixed-Use District (R-MU) district is intended to allow residential and non-residential development to occur with fewer restrictions in less urbanized areas of the county. The intended result is less conflict between adjacent property owners while maintaining the rural appearance of the area.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Main: 2
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Level: Main
Room 6 Information
Room Level: Main
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: None
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Other - See Remarks
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Features
Room Count: 6
Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Vinyl, Wood
Roof: Metal
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Zoning: RMU
Zoning Specification: Burke
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Views, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 1.04
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 3500
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Installed
Location
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Crossnore
Middle Or Junior High School: Avery County
High School: Avery County
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 832
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.79 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: 1975
County: Burke County
APN: 24567
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 5, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 832
Living Area: 832
Above Grade Finished Area: 832
Sq. Ft. Upper: 0
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 832
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
Crossnore Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.7mi
8/10
Avery Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 8.4mi
2/10
Avery County High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.5mi
3/10
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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
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 88° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$244,000 – $295,000
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