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$499,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 4,166 Sq. Ft.
  • 5.65 Acres
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This 4166 sq ft building is steeped in character and history, offering an extraordinary canvas for transformation. Built in 1977 as a pottery studio and sign making shop, it still carries its artisan roots including a large kiln on site, ready for use. The post and beam construction is a centerpiece, featuring reclaimed beams from a former fertilizer factory in Georgia. Some of these timbers measure an impressive 11' x 16" and are believed to be clear heart pine, a wood renowned for its durability and rich grain. Both the interior and exterior are clad in cypress, adding warmth and natural beauty to the structure. With its expansive open spaces, the building provides a perfect template to be remodeled into a one of a kind mountain home. The large beams and open framework lend themselves to custom layouts, whether you envision a rustic retreat, a modern mountain lodge, or a blend of both. Set on approximately 5.65 total acres, the property includes a .72 acre building lot, (separate PIN #) allowing flexibility for future investment or selling it separately. And also a beautiful level field that could be perfect for gardens or anything permitted by the town. Its location on one of Banner Elk's original historic roads ties the property to the area's past, while the surrounding High Country landscape offers endless recreational and lifestyle opportunities. This property is more than just a structure, it is an opportunity to craft a home as unique and enduring as the materials it was built with. .

Full Property Details for 297 Old Turnpike NW Rd

General

  • Price: $499,000
  • Taxes: $2,420
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2217
  • MLS ID: 257989
  • Updated: 12/3/2025
  • Added to Site: 130 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: None, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Free Standing, Wood Burning
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Paved Driveway
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Open

Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, No Garage, Paved, Private

Location

  • Area: 8-Banner Elk
  • County: Avery
  • Subdivision: None

School Information

  • Elementary School: Banner Elk
  • Middle School: Avery
  • High School: Avery County

Community

  • Community Name: 8-Banner Elk

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil, Wood Stove

Utilities

  • Sewer: Not Connected, Public Sewer, Septic Permit 2 Bedroom
  • Water: Public
  • Cable Available: Yes
  • Utility Description: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Mountain
  • Detached/Attached: Detached
  • Construction: Frame, Other, See Remarks, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
  • Windows: Casement Window(s), Double Pane Windows
  • Stories/Levels: 3
  • Square Feet: 4,166
  • Living Area: 2,826 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Total: 2,826 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 2,826 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1977

Lot Features

  • Property View: Mountain(s)
  • Lot Size (Acres): 5.65
  • Lot Size: 5.65
  • Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
  • Zoning: R2

Water Features

  • Water Front Desc.: Creek, Stream

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $2,420.04
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, New Loan

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 1849-00-90-7113-00000

Listed by The Summit Group Of The Carolinas

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Schools serving 297 Old Turnpike NW Rd

School District:Avery County Schools
NameGradesDistance
Banner Elk Elementary School
155 Orchard Lane, Banner Elk, NC 28604
PK-51.6 mi
Cranberry Middle School
6230 North US Highway 19E, Elk Park, NC 28622
6-84.8 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 297 Old Turnpike NW Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/03/2025
Price Reduced
$499,000
-9.27%
MLS
9/25/2025
Price Increased
$550,000
10.02%
MLS
9/10/2025
Listed
$499,900
2399.5%
MLS
4/22/2019
Sold
$20,000
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Tax History for 297 Old Turnpike NW Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,033
—
$236,400
—
2024
$2,033
115%
$236,400
—
2023
$946
—
$236,400
—
2022
$946
-3%
$236,400
33%
2021
$975
-50%
$177,300
—
2019
$1,968
1%
$177,300
—
2018
$1,950
-23%
$177,300
-21%
2017
$2,540
153%
$224,800
—
2016
$1,005
—
$224,800
—
2015
$1,005
-14%
$224,800
—
2014
$1,171
12%
$224,800
-13%
2013
$1,047
—
$258,500
—
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