Rare opportunity in Banner Elk offering long-range mountain views, one-level living, and short-term rental potential—PLUS AN ADDITIONAL LOT INCLUDED.
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is positioned inside the gated community of Rocky Knob with paved access, a paved driveway, and a detached one-car garage, features that are increasingly hard to find together at this price point.
From the moment you enter the great room, the views take over. Vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, skylights, and natural light create an open, inviting space designed to highlight the surrounding Blue Ridge ridgelines.
The kitchen offers custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless appliances, and a large island with ample storage designed for everyday living or hosting. Both bathrooms have been updated, and the flexible third bedroom works well as a guest space, office, or additional sleeping area.
Outdoor living includes multiple deck areas, a firepit table, and space to relax and take in the long-range views.
An additional lot conveys with the property, offering flexibility for future use, privacy, or long-term value.
Short-term rentals are allowed, making this property not only a mountain retreat but also an investment opportunity something not available in many comparable homes in this price range.
Furnished with a few exceptions. You can change a house. You can't recreate this combination of views, flexibility, and opportunity.
Under contract
Price cut: $30K (5/7)
$739,000
230 Twin Ponds Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604
3beds
1,620sqft
Est.: Get pre-qualified
Single Family Residence
Built in 1998
1.6 Acres Lot
$709,100 Zestimate®
$456/sqft
$125/mo HOA
What's special
Long-range mountain viewsDetached one-car garageOne-level livingPaved drivewayMultiple deck areasStainless appliancesQuartz countertops
- 36 days |
- 769 |
- 49 |
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Listed by:
Caroline McGuire (828)773-7276,
Keller Williams High Country
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 261316
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s), Propane
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Furnished, Skylights, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Window Treatments
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas, Other, See Remarks, Stone, Vented, Propane
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,620
- Total interior livable area: 1,620 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,620
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached, Garage, One Car Garage, Paved, Private
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Paved Driveway
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range, Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 1.6 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1960057925000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Architectural,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1998
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Permit 3 Bedroom
- Water: Private, Well
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: Rocky Knob
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $1,500 annually
Location
- Region: Banner Elk
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $456/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $404,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,286
- Date on market: 4/21/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$709,100
$674,000 - $745,000
$2,269/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2026 | Contingent | $739,000$456/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #261316 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Price change | $739,000-3.9%$456/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #261316 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $769,000+94.7%$475/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #261316 Report a problem | ||
| 8/28/2020 | Sold | $395,000+10%$244/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #220542 Report a problem | ||
| 7/18/2020 | Pending sale | $359,000$222/sqft |
Source: Vincent Properties #220542 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2020 | Listed for sale | $359,000+10.8%$222/sqft |
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| 8/25/2005 | Sold | $324,000$200/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,593 | $404,800 |
| 2023 | $1,593 +1.5% | $404,800 |
| 2022 | $1,570 +22.9% | $404,800 +53.2% |
| 2021 | $1,277 | $264,200 |
| 2020 | $1,277 | $264,200 |
| 2019 | $1,277 | $264,200 |
| 2018 | $1,277 +11.5% | $264,200 |
| 2017 | $1,145 +10.2% | $264,200 +5.4% |
| 2013 | $1,039 | $250,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $250,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $250,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $250,600 |
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Neighborhood: 28604
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GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Valle Crucis ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 10.4 mi
- 8/10Watauga HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 10.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Valle Crucis
- High: Watauga
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- North Carolina
- Watauga County
- Banner Elk
- 28604
- 230 Twin Ponds Road
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