1697 Balm Highway, Banner Elk, NC 28604 - Photo 1

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$350,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths

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Property Description

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.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1697 Balm Hwy

General

Sold For: $350,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
MLS ID: 4232252
Added to Site: 314 day(s) ago

Interior

Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Kitchen, Living Room, Wood Burning, Gas Log, Kitchen, Living Room, Wood Burning
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Main - Full Baths: 2
Basement Baths: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4
Bedrooms-B: 1
Bedrooms Main & Up: 3

Other Rooms

Laundry: Laundry Closet

Parking

Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Driveway

Location

County: Avery
Driving 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.

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Heating Type: Central, Heat Pump, Propane, Sealed Combustion Woodstove, Wood Stove

Utilities

Sewer: Septic Installed
Water: Well
Utility Description: Cable Available, Propane

Structural Information

Construction: Site Built
Exterior Const.: Wood
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Apartment, Walk-Out Access
Main/1st Level: 2,032 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1960

Lot Features

Street/Road Desc.: Concrete, Gravel, Paved
Lot Features: Flood Fringe Area, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Open Lot, Creek/Stream

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 1869-03-03-1241-00000
Lot Number: 00521-1404

Listed by Jeff Cook Real Estate LPT Realty
Sold by Canopy Administration

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Schools

Schools serving 1697 Balm Hwy

School District:Avery County Schools

Name	Grades	Distance
Banner Elk Elementary School 155 Orchard Lane, Banner Elk, NC 28604	PK-5	1.7 mi
Avery Middle 102 Old Montezuma Road, Newland, NC 28657	6-8	8.2 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1697 Balm Hwy

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/26/2025

Sold

$350,000

-27.08%

MLS

6/13/2025

Price Increased

$480,000

1.05%

MLS

5/14/2025

Price Reduced

$475,000

-2.06%

MLS

3/20/2025

Price Reduced

$485,000

-2.02%

MLS

3/10/2025

Listed

$495,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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1697 Balm Highway, Banner Elk, NC 28604 (MLS# 4232252) is a Single Family property that was sold at $350,000 on September 26, 2025. Want to learn more about 1697 Balm Highway? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Banner Elk? You can browse all Banner Elk real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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