233 Balsam Rd

Boone, NC 28607

$1,525,000
Price
3
Beds
3,629 Sq. Ft.
$420 / Sq. Ft.
3,629
Sq. Ft.
$420
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Quintessential Hound Ears Mountain Retreat-Welcome to this inviting Hound Ears home, where timeless mountain charm meets comfort and convenience. With two easy level entries, you’ll feel at home the moment you arrive. Step inside and be greeted by soaring wood tones, a dramatic stone fireplace, and expansive mountain views that set the stage for gatherings with family and friends. Offered furnished (with a few exceptions), Effectively 4 bedrooms (with a 3-bedroom septic permit), 4-bathroom retreat...Quintessential Hound Ears Mountain Retreat-Welcome to this inviting Hound Ears home, where timeless mountain charm meets comfort and convenience. With two easy level entries, you’ll feel at home the moment you arrive. Step inside and be greeted by soaring wood tones, a dramatic stone fireplace, and expansive mountain views that set the stage for gatherings with family and friends. Offered furnished (with a few exceptions), Effectively 4 bedrooms (with a 3-bedroom septic permit), 4-bathroom retreat is situated between Blowing Rock, Boone, and Banner Elk—just minutes from the clubhouse and all the community’s amenities. Arrive beneath the porte-cochere, where covered parking accommodates both your cars and golf carts. From here, choose your entry—either through the welcoming foyer or directly into the spacious butler's pantry. The updated kitchen complete with a wet bar, and coffee bar opens seamlessly to the great room, where walls of glass showcase panoramic mountain vistas. Off the great room, a distinctive octagonal sunroom beckons—an ideal spot to enjoy cool mountain breezes and breathtaking scenery. The main-level primary suite provides comfort and ease with its ensuite bath and access to the deck. The lower level offers three additional bedrooms, two full baths, and plenty of flexible space for family and guests. Two versatile bonus rooms could be used as a gym, office, den, or playroom, and the oversized laundry area offers excellent storage. Step out from the lower level onto the expansive deck and take in the quiet serenity of the High Country. With multiple outdoor living spaces, abundant storage, and mountain character throughout, this home blends elegance and warmth in equal measure. Upgrades since 2021 include: new roof, new 2 zone HVAC, new tankless hot water heater, new propane tank to service tankless water heater, outdoor grill, and piped to service a potential gas stovetop in kitchen, Double ovens, refrigerator, dishwasher and wine cooler. New sliding glass doors throughout, new glass windows in octagonal sunroom, refinished all 3 decks, brand new laundry room with new flooring, sink and washer and dryer. New carpet in the entire lower level and staircase, new drains in driveway. Recently trimmed trees. May be able to finish another room in the tall crawl space area. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful retreat or a place to gather, this quintessential Hound Ears mountain residence is ready to welcome you. As a homeowner in Hound Ears, enjoy a gated entrance with 24/7 manned security and an array of community amenities including hiking trails, a picnic area along the Watauga River, a dog park, and a community garden. Optional club memberships are available and offer access to fly fishing, a fitness center, fine and casual dining, golf, tennis, pickleball, and a swimming pool.
  1. Listed by Denise Jarvis • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vincent Properties • (828) 295-0700

Property Details for 233 Balsam Road

Architectural Style
Mountain, Traditional
Parking Features
Asphalt, Driveway, Garage, Oversized, Paved, PorteCochere, Private
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
Hound Ears
View
Mountains
LISTING UPDATED: 11/04/2025 02:32 PM

Property Details for 233 Balsam Road

StatusActive
MLS #258427
Days on Market84
Taxes$2,755 / year
HOA Fees$5,680 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1977
Lot Size0.41 AC / 17,859 SF
CountyWatauga County

Location

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Building Information for 233 Balsam Road

Stories2Year Built1977Building Size-Lot Size0.41 AC / 17,859 SF

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$8,238 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,536

Property Taxes

$230

HOA Dues

$473

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Property Information for 233 Balsam Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: South on Hwy 105 from Boone towards Banner Elk, left on Old Shulls Mill road and left on Shulls Mill Road. Hound Ears security gate on the left. Shown by appointment only. No drive bys.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28607
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 5-Watauga, Shawneehaw
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1899-05-6876-000
  • Association Fee: $5,680.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: HE POA
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,755
  • Tax Book Number: 1415/820
  • Tax Legal Description: LOT 27 SEC 11 HOUND EARS
School Information
  • Elementary School: Valle Crucis
  • High School: Watauga
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2040.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1589.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.41
  • Lot Size Area: 0.41
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 3629.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, HoaDocuments, LeadBasedPaintDisclosure, SellersPropertyDisclosure
  • Human Modified: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: SewerAppliedForPermit
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: CommunityCoop
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: PavedDriveway
  • Pool Features: Community
  • Community Features: ClubMembershipAvailable, Clubhouse, DogPark, FitnessCenter, Fishing, Golf, Gated, Pickleball, Pool, River, TennisCourts, TrailsPaths, LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Hardboard, WoodFrame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple
  • Security Features: TwentyFourHourSecurity
  • Roof: Shake, Wood
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Flooring: Carpet, CeramicTile, LuxuryVinyl, LuxuryVinylPlank, Wood
  • Basement: CrawlSpace
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir, Electric, HeatPump, TwoUnits
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Fireplaces, HeatPump
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: One, Stone, WoodBurning
  • Laundry Features: InBasement
  • Appliances: DoubleOven, Dryer, Dishwasher, ElectricCooktop, GasWaterHeater, Refrigerator, TanklessWaterHeater, Washer
  • Interior Features: WetBar, Furnished, VaultedCeilings
  • Window Features: DoublePaneWindows

Property History for 233 Balsam Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 19, 2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #258427

$1,525,000—
Oct 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #258427

$1,595,000—
Feb 13, 2007

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #63963

$682,500—
Feb 12, 2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #428300830

$683,000

+13.1% / yr

Jan 1, 2007

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #63963

—
Aug 7, 2006

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #63963

$649,000—
Mar 17, 2006

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #48861

$610,000—
Mar 14, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #428297422

$610,000—
Jan 12, 2006

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #48861

—
Aug 1, 2003

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #48861

$835,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/19/2025

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #258427

$1,525,000
10/06/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #258427

$1,595,000
02/13/2007

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #63963

$682,500
02/12/2007

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #428300830

$683,000

+13.1% / yr

01/01/2007

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #63963

—
08/07/2006

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #63963

$649,000
03/17/2006

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #48861

$610,000
03/14/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #428297422

$610,000
01/12/2006

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #48861

—
08/01/2003

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #48861

$835,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 233 Balsam Road

Taxable ValueLand$83,800Additions$633,700Total$717,500
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt3,918 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,918 SqFtStories1Lot Size17,860 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1977CountyWATAUGAAPN1899-05-6876-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 233 Balsam Road

This home is within Watauga County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Valle Crucis Elementary
Public - PK to 8
Watauga High
Public - 9 to 12
Watauga Innovation Academy
Public - 9 to 12
Watauga Virtual Academy
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Valle Crucis Elementary
PublicPK to 8

Watauga High
Public9 to 12

Watauga Innovation Academy
Public9 to 12

Watauga Virtual Academy
PublicK to 8

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More information about 233 Balsam Road, Boone, NC 28607

233 Balsam Road is a single family home for sale in Boone, NC 28607. This property was listed for sale on October 6, 2025 by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Vincent Properties, it's currently listed at $1,525,000. It has been on the market for a total of 84 days and was last sold on February 13, 2007. This listing's school district is Watauga County School District. Nearby schools include Valle Crucis Elementary, Watauga High and Watauga Innovation Academy. 233 Balsam Road is a 3-bed, 4-bath, 3,629 sqft single family home built in 1977.

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