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Property Description
Experience the best of High Country living with this charming mountain cottage situated on a half-acre lot at Mountain Glen golf course. Offering over 2,100 square feet of comfortable living space, this home features 3 bedrooms, a nursery, a bonus room, 4 bathrooms, and a convenient 2-car garage with plenty of extra storage. Step inside to a warm and inviting living area anchored by a cozy stone fireplace with gas logs. The lower level is built for entertaining and relaxation, complete with a fantastic man cave featuring a custom bar, a spacious living area, and a dedicated exercise room. Outside, enjoy the crisp mountain air from your own outdoor deck and play area for the kids or grandkids. Best of all, this property comes fully equipped with a whole-house generator and includes a golf cart, making it easy to hit the links right from your backyard.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 915 Balsam Dr
General
- Price: $849,000
- HOA FEE: $61/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $1,297
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2217
- MLS ID: 264231
- Updated: 9/10/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, Window Treatments
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): One, Propane
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Main Level
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Radon Mitigation System
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Gravel Driveway
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Covered, Wrap Around
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage, Gravel, Private
Location
- Area: 8-Banner Elk
- County: Avery
- Subdivision: Mountain Glen
School Information
- Elementary School: Newland
- Middle School: Avery
- High School: Avery County
Community
- Community Name: 8-Banner Elk
- Association: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Heat Pump, 1 Unit
- Heating Type: Electric, Fireplace(s), Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Permit 3 Bedroom
- Water: Well
- Well: Yes
- Utility Description: High Speed Internet Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage, Mountain
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Masonry, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Exterior Entry, Partially Finished
- Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Square Feet: 3,778
- Living Area: 2,778 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 2,778 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,778 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1988
Lot Features
- Property View: Golf Course, Mountain(s)
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.5
- Lot Size: .5
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
- Zoning: Residential
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Pond
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $730
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Tax Amount: $1,297.21
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, New Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1837-09-26-0254-00000
- Lot Number: 2
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Schools
Schools serving 915 Balsam Dr
School District:Avery County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Newland Elementary School 750 Linville Street, Newland, NC 28657 | PK-5 | 2.9 mi |
Avery Middle 102 Old Montezuma Road, Newland, NC 28657 | 6-8 | 4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 915 Balsam Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
9/10/2026
Listed
$849,000
203.21%
MLS
8/27/2019
Sold
$280,000
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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 915 Balsam Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,297
-12%
$324,300
-12%
2024
$1,473
—
$368,200
—
2023
$1,473
—
$368,200
—
2022
$1,473
15%
$368,200
58%
2021
$1,284
—
$233,500
—
2019
$1,284
—
$233,500
—
2018
$1,284
-12%
$233,500
-12%
2017
$1,459
23%
$265,300
—
2016
$1,186
—
$265,300
—
2015
$1,186
-14%
$265,300
—
2014
$1,382
17%
$265,300
-9%
2013
$1,179
—
$291,000
—
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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915 Balsam Drive, Newland, NC 28657 (MLS# 264231) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 915 Balsam Drive is currently listed for $849,000 and was received on September 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 915 Balsam Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Newland? You can browse all Newland real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

