Don't miss out on this much sought after Valle Crucis home! This 2 bed/2 bath home offers one level living and a beautiful pastoral and mountain view from the covered porch. Exterior has cement board siding, an oversized 2 car garage, ample parking front and back and an additional storage shed. Interior boasts an open floor plan which includes a large kitchen/dining area, pantries and closets galore and a spacious living room with wood burning rock fireplace. Picturesque wall of windows adds an abundance of natural light. Recent upgrades (2024) include a new HVAC System and Water Heater. Full size W/D conveys with property. This property also comes with a deeded access to Watauga River for fishing, tubing and more. The Seller is not required to carry Flood Insurance. This gem would make a great primary, vacation home or investment property. Close proximity to Boone, Banner Elk and Blowing Rock. Valle Crucis NC is an historic, charming and beautiful community.
Sold for $430,000
$430,000
143 Valle River Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604
2beds
1,225sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
0.76 Acres Lot
$427,400 Zestimate®
$351/sqft
$2,040 Estimated rent
Home value
$427,400
$359,000 - $509,000
$2,040/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 27, 2025 at 11:50am
Listed by:
Lyn Hunter (828)263-7755,
Keller Williams High Country
Bought with:
Jessica Herndon, 358149
Keller Williams High Country
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 256956
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Forced Air, Heat Pump, Hot Water
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, 1 Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Masonry, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,200
- Total interior livable area: 1,225 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,225
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Attached, Driveway, Garage, Two Car Garage, Oversized
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Open
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Seasonal View
- Waterfront features: River Access
Lot
- Size: 0.76 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 1980431210000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Mountain,Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Hardboard, Masonry, Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Permit Unavailable, Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available, Septic Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
Location
- Region: Banner Elk
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2025 | Sold | $430,000+1.2%$351/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #256956 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2025 | Contingent | $425,000$347/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #256956 Report a problem | ||
| 7/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $425,000+107.3%$347/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #256956 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2017 | Sold | $205,000$167/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #39205807 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,113 | $274,600 |
| 2023 | $1,113 +2.1% | $274,600 |
| 2022 | $1,091 +27.5% | $274,600 +60.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Valle Crucis
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Valle Crucis ElementaryGrades: PK-8Distance: 1 mi
- 8/10Watauga HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 6.5 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
- Valle Crucis
- 143 Valle River Road