This 1936 cottage exudes charm with its quaint, storybook appearance. The home features two cozy bedrooms, a full bath, a large living area and kitchen plus a convenient laundry room. It sits on a level yard bordered by a gentle stream and surrounded by vibrant flowers and lush hydrangeas. An unattached carport provides covered parking and a large storage area in the rear. Property sustained damage from Hurricane Helene. All repair work is complete and there is a CO in the documents. Included in the repair work is new kitchen cabinets and counters, reinforced or replaced floor joists, new insulation in the walls with new sheetrock. All piping in the house, including waste water, water lines and sewer was replaced with Pex pipes plus a new water line from the meter to the house. There is a new water heater and toilet. This house shows beautifully. The home is in the 100 year floodplain labeled AE and the current owners have and retained flood insurance. There is a deep row of daylilies coming up now as a border to the main road. It will be beautiful all summer! With city water and sewer this home is perfect for a starter home or a small family.
For sale
$225,000
304 Elk River Road, Elk Park, NC 28622
2beds
1,162sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1936
0.47 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$194/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quaint storybook appearanceConvenient laundry roomNew water heaterTwo cozy bedrooms
- 8 days |
- 2,205 |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 27, 2026 at 02:50pm
Listed by:
Marsha McManus (828)898-3500,
The Summit Group Of The Carolinas,
James Canterbury 828-260-5528,
The Summit Group Of The Carolinas
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 260747
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Tour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Propane, Space Heater, Wood Stove, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One, Stone, Wood Burning, Insert, Wood BurningStove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,162
- Total interior livable area: 1,162 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,162
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Gravel, Private
- Has garage: Yes
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Multiple, Open
- Exterior features: Storage, Gravel Driveway
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Creek/Stream
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Creek/Stream
- Waterfront features: Creek, Stream
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 18291702205000000
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Elk Park
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $194/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $63,500
- Annual tax amount: $444
- Date on market: 3/26/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,New Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,383/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $225,000+15.4%$194/sqft |
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| 12/29/2025 | Listing removed | $195,000$168/sqft |
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| 12/1/2025 | Contingent | $195,000$168/sqft |
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| 11/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $195,000$168/sqft |
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| 11/11/2025 | Contingent | $195,000$168/sqft |
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| 10/10/2025 | Price change | $195,000-9.3%$168/sqft |
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| 9/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $215,000+43.3%$185/sqft |
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| 10/4/2021 | Sold | $150,000+275%$129/sqft |
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| 6/8/2011 | Sold | $40,000$34/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $254 -52.5% | $63,500 -52.5% |
| 2024 | $534 | $133,600 |
| 2023 | $534 -42.9% | $133,600 |
| 2022 | $935 +125.9% | $133,600 +174.3% |
| 2021 | $414 | $48,700 |
| 2020 | $414 | $48,700 |
| 2019 | $414 | $48,700 |
| 2018 | $414 +54.5% | $48,700 -7.8% |
| 2017 | $268 +13.4% | $52,800 |
| 2016 | $236 | $52,800 |
| 2015 | $236 | $52,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,241/mo
Principal & interest
$1164
Property taxes
$77
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28622
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Freedom Trail Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Cranberry Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 4/10Avery County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 7.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Freedom Trail
- 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.
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