Welcome to 171 Balsam Rd. within Grandfather Golf & Country Club, a rare one-level home on a double lot with a serene mountain view! This immaculate home flows beautifully, a stunning mountain property with almost 4500 square feet of living space. The four spacious bedrooms have en suite baths, plus there is an extra sleeping nook and an additional full bath adjacent to the den/family room. The sunny primary suite features a truly remarkable bathroom with custom, built-in cabinetry and two large walk-in closets. The large, gourmet kitchen features a TX mesquite wood island and breakfast area. The space flows effortlessly to the dining area and the elegant-yet-cozy living room in this light-filled open-concept home. This stunning room features a peaked ceiling, floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, a wet bar, and windows galore. Hardwood flooring throughout the home with tile baths. The covered porch with ipe hardwood decking is a true show-stopper. This is a true outdoor great room complete with a stone fireplace! The property offers true tranquility on approximately 1.83 acres, with large stands of rhododendron, mature vegetation, and extensive landscaping, including a rare yard. The garage is a spacious 2-car, with a workshop/storage room. The impressive crawlspace has been sealed with a vapor barrier. Do not miss seeing this rare Grandfather gem!
Sold for $3,250,000
$3,250,000
171 Balsam Road, Linville, NC 28464
4beds
4,480sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1993
1.83 Acres Lot
$3,433,500 Zestimate®
$725/sqft
$4,230 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,433,500
$3.26M - $3.61M
$4,230/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 14, 2026 at 06:50am
Listed by:
Shannon Andrews 828-898-1880,
Peak Real Estate Llc,
Jim Fitzpatrick 828-898-3257,
Peak Real Estate Llc
Bought with:
NONMLS MEMBER, 800273
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Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 258439
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane
Cooling
- 3+ Units
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Handicap Access, Window Treatments
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Vented, Outside, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,480
- Total interior livable area: 4,480 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,480
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Open
- Fencing: Invisible
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.83 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 18560063310200000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1993
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available, Septic Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: 24 Hour Security
Location
- Region: Linville
- Subdivision: Grandfather Golf And Country Club
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $5,942 annually
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/11/2026 | Sold | $3,250,000-13.3%$725/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #258439 Report a problem | ||
| 1/11/2026 | Contingent | $3,750,000$837/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #258439 Report a problem | ||
| 11/18/2025 | Price change | $3,750,000-5.1%$837/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #258439 Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,950,000+203.8%$882/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #258439 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2020 | Sold | $1,300,000-8.8%$290/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,070 | $1,517,500 |
| 2024 | $6,070 | $1,517,500 |
| 2023 | $6,070 | $1,517,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Grandfather
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Newland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.8 mi
- 2/10Avery MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 4/10Avery County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Newland
- High: Avery County
Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- North Carolina
- Avery County
- Linville
- 28646
- Grandfather
- 171 Balsam Road