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1697 Balm Highway

Banner Elk, NC 28604

4 beds
3 baths
2,864 sqft
~1 acre lot
$172 per sqft
1960 build
– on site

1697 Balm Highway is a beautiful mountain retreat offering both privacy & stunning views. Situated on a 1.42-acre lot with breathtaking mountain vistas, this home features Shawneehaw Creek running along the back of the property, enhancing its tranquil atmosphere. The main level includes a gorgeous kitchen, perfect for everyday living & entertaining. Relax in the spacious sunroom, which is heated & cooled for year-round comfort. The primary bedroom features a private deck with mountain views, & the back deck provides the perfect spot to enjoy the surrounding nature. Stay warm & cozy with 4 fireplaces throughout the home - 1 wood-burning and 3 propane. The fully finished basement, with a separate entrance, includes a full kitchen, 1 bedroom, a living room, & a bathroom, offering the perfect opportunity for guests or even as an Airbnb rental. This property is an ideal full-time residence or vacation home, with easy access to nearby ski resorts, Boone, & Appalachian State University.

Listing courtesy of CMLS / Jeff Cook Real Estate LPT Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Mar 13, 2025 •

MLS# 4232252 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1960
New Construction:

false
Construction Type:

Site Built
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Construction Materials:

Wood
Foundation Details:

None
Levels:

One
Basement:

Apartment, Walk-Out Access
Basement:

true
Above Grade Finished Area:

2032
Below Grade Finished Area:

832

Interior

Living Area:

2864
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Gas Log, Kitchen, Living Room, Wood Burning

Location

Directions:

Head SE on NC-105 toward Banner Elk. In Banner Elk, turn left onto Balm Hwy (NC-184). Continue on Balm Hwy for 1 mile. 1697 Balm Hwy will be on left.
Latitude:

36.1708953
Longitude:

-81.8458594

The Property

Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Flood Fringe Area, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Open Lot, Creek/Stream
Lot Size Area:

1.42
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Zoning Specification:

R
View:

Mountain(s), Water
Road Responsibility:

Publicly Maintained Road
Road Surface Type:

Concrete, Gravel, Paved

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Parcel Number:

1869-03-03-1241-00000
Tax Assessed Value:

352700

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedroom Main:

3
Bedroom Basement:

1

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3
Full Baths Main:

2
Full Baths Basement:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Central, Heat Pump, Propane, Sealed Combustion Woodstove, Wood Stove
Cooling:

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump

Utilities

Utilities:

Cable Available, Propane
Sewer:

Septic Installed
Water Source:

Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
Laundry Features:

Laundry Closet

Schools

Elementary School:

Unspecified
Middle School:

Unspecified
High School:

Unspecified

The Community

Subdivision Name:

None
HOA Subject To:

None
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Circular Driveway, Driveway
Garage:

false
Main Level Garage:

No
Carport:

false
Open Parking:

false

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$495,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,650
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$136
Utilities	$242 See report
Total	$3,028/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
3/10/25 Mar 10, 2025	Listed / Active	CMLS	$495,000

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This house located in Banner Elk, NC 28604 is currently for sale for $495,000. 1697 Balm Highway is a 2,864 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 4 days. This house is in the attendance area of Banner Elk Elementary School and Avery Middle School.

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