Cozy 2BR/1BA mountain cottage at approximately 3800 FT elevation is just steps to the Brushy Ridge Trail leading straight into the Linville Gorge Wilderness Area. Hikers, mountain bikers, trout fishermen and genuine outdoor lovers take note!
Located in Gingercake Mountain Park, this little getaway has the most charming wraparound screened porch perfect for morning coffee and quiet summer evenings. Outbuilding works for storage or a small playhouse.
Recent upgrades include electric panel and metal roof. Condition of gas logs is unknown. To be sold mostly furnished.
Spectrum fiber internet is available. Includes two lots. Owners currently pay $300/year for privately maintained road.
Active
$225,000
7218 Martin Rd, Newland, NC 28657
2beds
832sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1968
1.04 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$270/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 12, 2026 at 02:02am
Listing Provided by:
Bobbie McCombs bobbie@mccombsandhoke.com,
McCombs & Hoke Real Estate
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4354644
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Other
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: None
Features
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 832
- Total interior livable area: 832 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 832
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 1.04 Acres
- Features: Sloped, Views, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 1841320024 & 1841228185
- Zoning: RMU
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl, Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1968
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Gingercake Mountain Park
Location
- Region: Newland
- Elevation: 3500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $270/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $130,152
- Annual tax amount: $293
- Date on market: 3/11/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 7 days
- Road surface type: Gravel
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,253/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000$270/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $293 -0.7% | $42,410 |
| 2024 | $295 | $42,410 |
| 2023 | $295 +41.7% | $42,410 +69.2% |
| 2022 | $208 | $25,058 |
| 2021 | $208 | $25,058 |
| 2020 | $208 -74.7% | $25,058 |
| 2019 | $821 +294.8% | $25,058 |
| 2018 | $208 +1.8% | $25,058 |
| 2017 | $204 | $25,058 |
| 2016 | $204 | $25,058 |
| 2015 | $204 | $25,058 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,282/mo
Principal & interest
$1160
Property taxes
$122
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Neighborhood: 28657
Getting around
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Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Oak Hill ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 14.1 mi
- 6/10Table Rock MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 15.1 mi
- 5/10Freedom HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 17.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Crossnore
- Middle: Avery County
- High: Avery County
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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