Nestled in the serene beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this home in the Foscoe community, offers charming cottage-style living just minutes from both Boone and Banner Elk. This inviting home features 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a versatile bonus room ideal for an office or additional sleeping space. The open living area is accented by a vaulted ceiling and a cozy stone fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy mountain air from the expansive covered porch—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The home also boasts a large, 2-car garage for convenience. The yard is private and perfect for children and the family pets! Located near all the mountain actives for you to experience..fishing, hiking, skiing or visiting the local winery's. Also a short drive to ASU, the hospital, shopping & restaurants. This home combines rustic cottage charm with practical amenities in an unbeatable mountain setting. Being offered for the first time by the original family! Do YOU hear the mountains calling?
For sale
$395,000
455 Boulder Gardens Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604
3beds
1,507sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
0.33 Acres Lot
$376,400 Zestimate®
$262/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy stone fireplaceVaulted ceiling
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kathleen Austin (828)295-9886,
Jenkins Realtors,
Pam Vines 828-963-0939,
Jenkins Realtors
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 261167
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Microwave Hood Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Stone
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,027
- Total interior livable area: 1,507 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,507
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Basement, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage, Gravel, Private
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Gravel Driveway
Lot
- Size: 0.33 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1888072873000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: Boulder Gardens
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Banner Elk
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $262/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $209,300
- Annual tax amount: $885
- Date on market: 4/30/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$376,400
$358,000 - $395,000
$2,413/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $395,000$262/sqft |
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| 1/1/2026 | Listing removed | $395,000$262/sqft |
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| 10/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $395,000$262/sqft |
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| 10/16/2025 | Contingent | $395,000$262/sqft |
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| 10/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $395,000$262/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $873 | $209,300 |
| 2023 | $873 +2.7% | $209,300 |
| 2022 | $850 +27.5% | $209,300 +61.5% |
| 2021 | $667 | $129,600 |
| 2020 | $667 | $129,600 |
| 2019 | $667 | $129,600 |
| 2018 | $667 +10.8% | $129,600 |
| 2017 | $602 +9.4% | $129,600 +13.3% |
| 2013 | $550 | $114,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $114,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $114,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $114,400 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$2,069/mo
Principal & interest
$1934
Property taxes
$135
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28604
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Valle Crucis ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 3.6 mi
- 8/10Watauga HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Valle Crucis
- High: Watauga
Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- Watauga County
- Banner Elk
- 28604
- 455 Boulder Gardens Road




