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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1,509 Sq. Ft.
  • 0.08 Acres
  • Updated 2 days ago
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Experience the charm of mountain living in this one-of-a-kind round chalet with sought-after ski-in/ski-out access on the slopes of Sugar Mountain. Just five minutes from downtown Banner Elk, this unique property offers the perfect blend of mountain adventure, convenience, and investment potential.With approximately 1,500 square feet, the home is thoughtfully designed with two separate living levels that can be rented together or independently, providing exceptional flexibility for short-term rentals or multi-generational use. Together, the property offers three bedrooms, inviting living spaces, and the cozy mountain ambiance guests and owners alike are looking for.Currently participating in a successful rental program, this property is ready to continue as an income-producing investment or become your personal mountain retreat. Recent improvements include a metal roof and hot water heater replaced in 2023 and new exterior siding in 2025. Enjoy four-season recreation just outside your door. Sugar Mountain offers skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, mountain biking, golf, tennis, hiking, and scenic chairlift rides, while the restaurants, shopping, wineries, breweries, and attractions of Banner Elk are only minutes away.Whether you're searching for a vacation home, an investment property, or both, this distinctive Sugar Mountain chalet offers a rare opportunity in one of the High Country's most desirable resort locations.

Full Property Details for 520 Briarcliff Rd

General

  • Price: $849,000
  • Taxes: $2,586
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: 2217
  • MLS ID: 263382
  • Updated: 7/28/2026
  • Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Furnished, Second Kitchen
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Gas, Vented, Propane
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Laundry: Main Level

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Gravel Driveway
  • Porch/Patio/Deck: Multiple

Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, Gravel, Private

Location

  • Area: 8-Banner Elk
  • County: Avery
  • Subdivision: Sugar Mountain

School Information

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

Community

  • Community Name: 8-Banner Elk

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ductless, Zoned
  • Heating Type: Baseboard, Electric, Fireplace(s)

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Chalet/Alpine
  • Detached/Attached: Detached
  • Construction: Wood Siding, Wood Frame
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Square Feet: 1,509
  • Living Area: 1,236 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Total: 1,236 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Above Grnd: 510 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Below Grnd: 726 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1974

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Living Quarters

Lot Features

  • Property View: Ski Area
  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.08
  • Lot Size: .08
  • Frontage: Private Road, Paved
  • Lot Features: Ski In /Ski Out
  • Zoning: Residential

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $2,586.72
  • Terms: Cash, Conventional, New Loan

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 1857-07-58-3032-00000

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Schools serving 520 Briarcliff Rd

School District:Avery County Schools
NameGradesDistance
Banner Elk Elementary School
155 Orchard Lane, Banner Elk, NC 28604
PK-51.4 mi
Avery Middle
102 Old Montezuma Road, Newland, NC 28657
6-85.3 mi
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Price & Sales History for 520 Briarcliff Rd Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
7/25/2026
Listed
$849,000
41.5%
MLS
4/08/2022
Sold
$600,000
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Tax History for 520 Briarcliff Rd

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$2,587
—
$380,400
—
2024
$2,587
70%
$380,400
—
2023
$1,522
-5%
$380,400
—
2022
$1,595
22%
$380,400
58%
2021
$1,308
—
$240,400
2%
2021
$1,308
-43%
$234,800
—
2019
$2,296
—
$234,800
—
2018
$2,296
49%
$234,800
56%
2017
$1,537
124%
$150,400
—
2016
$687
-2%
$150,400
—
2015
$703
-14%
$150,400
—
2014
$819
4%
$150,400
-23%
2013
$786
—
$194,100
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520 Briarcliff Road, Sugar Mountain, NC 28604 (MLS# 263382) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 520 Briarcliff Road is currently listed for $849,000 and was received on July 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 520 Briarcliff Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Sugar Mountain? You can browse all Sugar Mountain real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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