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1285 Sandy Branch Road

Bakersville, NC 28705

3 beds
2 baths
1,279 sqft
~8 acre lot
$273 per sqft
1971 build
– on site

Assumable mortgage 2.99% rate on $268,172. Nestled on 8.458 beautiful acres in Mitchell County, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers peaceful country living with thoughtful updates throughout. Priced at $350,000, the home features original hardwood floors, new plumbing, new windows, a whole-home water filtration system, & a cozy brick fireplace with a buck stove, propane gas logs, & two monitor heaters for versatile heating. The spacious country kitchen invites gatherings, while the sunroom & living area offer quiet places to relax. The land includes pasture, gentle slopes, mountain views, & a charming branch along the boundary. Outbuildings include a barn, a 320 sq ft workshop & a cellar with upper storage. Two driveways provide easy access, with parking for multiple vehicles, plus an RV hookup with separate septic and power. With no HOA or restrictions, high-speed internet, and a location outside the flood zone, this move-in-ready property combines comfort, charm, & rural freedom.

Listing courtesy of CMLS / Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Asheville-North

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 16, 2025 •

MLS# 4246881 —

The Building

Year Built:

1971
New Construction:

false
Construction Type:

Site Built
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Construction Materials:

Vinyl
Architectural Style:

Ranch
Roof:

Metal
Foundation Details:

Crawl Space
Levels:

One
Basement:

false
Above Grade Finished Area:

1279

Interior

Living Area:

1279
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning Stove

Location

Directions:

To get from Burnsville, NC to 1285 Sandy Branch Road in Bakersville, start by heading north on NC-197 out of downtown Burnsville. Stay on NC-197 North for approximately 11 miles as it winds through the mountains. When you reach the intersection near Red Hill Grocery, turn left onto NC-226 North and continue for about 3.7 miles. Next, turn left onto Beans Creek Road and drive for approximately 1.8 miles. Then, make a left onto Melton Branch Road and follow it for about 0.3 miles. Continue straight until you reach 1285 Sandy Branch Road, which will be on your left.
Latitude:

36.018672
Longitude:

-82.110247

The Property

Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Cleared, Creek Front, Hilly, Level, Private, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views
Lot Size Area:

8.458
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Zoning Specification:

None
Waterfront Features:

None
Other Structures:

Barn(s), Outbuilding, Tractor Shed, Workshop
Fencing:

Chain Link
Other Equipment:

Fuel Tank(s), Generator
Road Responsibility:

Publicly Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Gravel, Paved

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Parcel Number:

0884-00-00-2334
Tax Assessed Value:

273400

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedroom Main:

3

Baths

Baths:

2
Full Baths:

1
Half Baths:

1
Full Baths Main:

1
Half Baths Main:

1

The Listing

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Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Kerosene, Propane, Wood Stove
Cooling:

None

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Available, Propane, Wired Internet Available
Sewer:

Septic Installed
Water Source:

Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Filtration System, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
Laundry Features:

Main Level

Schools

Elementary School:

Gouge
Middle School:

Bowman
High School:

Mitchell

The Community

Subdivision Name:

None
HOA Subject To:

None
Water Body Name:

Creek
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Driveway
Garage:

false
Main Level Garage:

No
Carport:

false
Open Parking:

false

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$350,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$1,874
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$96
Utilities	$153 See report
Total	$2,123/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
4/15/25 Apr 15, 2025	Listed / Active	CMLS	$350,000	25.4% (7.3% / YR)
10/27/21 Oct 27, 2021		CMLS	$279,000
8/27/21 Aug 27, 2021		CMLS	$279,000

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