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$349,000 Just Listed
Property Description
What started as a romantic surprise gesture from husband to his wife to purchase this most unique mountain land and build a part-time summer home escape surrounding a one of a kind creek front with large boulders, waterfalls and beaches in the mid to late 1970s has became a permanent residence for its current owner, their daughter. Many renovations have been completed by current owner to include a new deck, basement completion to add yet a 4th bedroom and additional living space, new flooring and windows replacements, painting of several rooms, electrical upgrades etc... This Farmhouse has charm galore and sits on a flat wooded lot with a circle drive and a one car attached garage. Resting in the coveted Cattail Creek area of Burnsville NC., an area known to draw tons of artists and nature lovers alike due to being positioned near the Pisgah National Forest with the highest peaks East of the Rockies. Property is at 3,460 ft. in elevation and boast of 4 very distinct seasons with very comfortable mild summer temperatures. Be a part of this unique property's story and write its next chapter.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 552 N Fork Rd
General
- Price: $349,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4395564
- Updated: 6/19/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Entrance Foyer
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Den, Family Room, Gas Log, Wood Burning, Den, Family Room, Gas Log, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
- Flooring: Laminate, Linoleum, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms-B: 1
- Bedrooms Upper: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Clubhouse, Walking Trails
- Equipment: Fuel Tank - Leased
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Rainwater Catchment
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Faces Side
Location
- County: Yancey
- Subdivision: Cattail Creek
- Driving Directions: *North Fork road is under replacement process Follow Alt. route from Hwy 19E past INgles and turn right on 197 S (Pensacola Rd.) to left on Bolens Creek Rd to turn left on 197 S to right on Cattail creek Rd to Winter Star Rd to through to third switchback and turn left on North Star Rd over bridge and at fork in rd take a left onto North Fork rd to left downhill and follow pointers to 552 North fork on left to circle drive (dark brown house with metal roof.
School Information
- Elementary School: Burnsville
- Middle School: East Yancey
- High School: Mountain Heritage
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Electric, Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Other - See Remarks
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Satellite Internet Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Farmhouse
- Builder: Percy Threadgill
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Stone, Wood
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Daylight, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry, Partial, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access
- Roof: Metal
- Upper: 559 Sq. Ft.
- Main/1st Level: 894 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1974
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Gravel
- Elevation (Approx.): 3000
- Lot Features: Cleared, Creek Front, Green Area, Level, Private, Sloped, Creek/Stream, Wooded, Views, Waterfall, Waterfront
Water Features
- Water Front Name: Creek
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Restrictions: Deed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Property ID: 72704931134
- Lot Number: 765/728
Listed by Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Asheville-North and Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks Burnville
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Schools
Schools serving 552 N Fork Rd
School District:Yancey County Schools
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Price & Sales History for 552 N Fork Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/19/2026
Listed
$349,000
172.66%
MLS
6/16/2017
Sold
$128,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 552 N Fork Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$951
-39%
$158,500
-39%
2024
$1,559
59%
$259,900
80%
2023
$982
—
$144,350
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2022
$982
—
$144,350
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2021
$982
—
$144,350
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2019
$982
—
$144,350
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2018
$982
-1%
$144,350
-1%
2017
$990
3%
$145,650
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2016
$961
16%
$145,650
-1%
2015
$825
—
$147,360
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2014
$825
—
$147,360
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2013
$825
—
$147,360
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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552 N Fork Road, Burnsville, NC 28714 (MLS# 4395564) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 552 N Fork Road is currently listed for $349,000 and was received on June 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 552 N Fork Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Burnsville? You can browse all Burnsville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
