261 Tumbling Brook Rd

1,128 Sq. Ft.
$412 / Sq. Ft.
1,128
Sq. Ft.
$412
per Sq. Ft.

Description

BANNER ELK FARM & HOMESTEAD with 4.33 ACRES - VIEWS - CREEK & the most AMAZING SUNSETS! WHAT more could you ask for! This is the ONLY property for sale in BANNER ELK that offers homestead living! Imagine waking up every morning to the sounds of a rushing creek, birds chirping and your farm animals just waiting to greet you! This is an EXTREMELY RARE opportunity to own 4.33 ACRES in BANNER ELK! This beautifully renovated 1904 farmhouse features 3 BEDROOMS - 1 BATH & offers a serene sense of stepping...BANNER ELK FARM & HOMESTEAD with 4.33 ACRES - VIEWS - CREEK & the most AMAZING SUNSETS! WHAT more could you ask for! This is the ONLY property for sale in BANNER ELK that offers homestead living! Imagine waking up every morning to the sounds of a rushing creek, birds chirping and your farm animals just waiting to greet you! This is an EXTREMELY RARE opportunity to own 4.33 ACRES in BANNER ELK! This beautifully renovated 1904 farmhouse features 3 BEDROOMS - 1 BATH & offers a serene sense of stepping back in time without giving up the charm, updates & convenience of being 2 MINUTES from DOWNTOWN BANNER ELK where you'll enjoy the local shops, parks and fine dining, all while experiencing the privacy and tranquility of country living. The farmhouse features a cozy rustic interior with updated finishes, including wood flooring, freshly painted walls and wormy chestnut cabinetry in the kitchen along w/ stainless appliances. It is equipped with CENTRAL A/C & HEAT as well as a gas fireplace that adds warmth and ambiance to the interior space. The updated bathroom further enhances the home's appeal with a tiled shower/tub & copper sink. From the covered rear deck you will enjoy the gorgeous views & is the perfect spot to relax and unwind while listening to the sounds of rushing creek. The property includes approximately 1 acre + of FLAT LAND already outfitted with a chicken coop and storage shed. Located outside of the Town of Banner Elk (inside the ETJ) providing endless possibilities for expansion & growth. With stunning views and a serene creek just across the street, this property offers the perfect backdrop for the mountain lifestyle you have been dreaming of. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of Banner Elk's beauty with so much potential and at an affordable price. Home has a metal roof, furnace replaced in 2017, heat pump/AC replaced in 2021.
  1. Listed by Cindy Giarrusso • Blue Ridge Realty & Investments Beech Mountain

Property Details for 261 Tumbling Brook Road

Architectural Style
Farmhouse
Waterfront Features
Creek, Stream
Parking Features
Driveway, Gravel, NoGarage, Private
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
OtherSeeRemarks
View
LongRange, Mountains
LISTING UPDATED: 03/19/2026 04:37 PM

Property Details for 261 Tumbling Brook Road

StatusActive Under Contract
MLS #257115
Days on Market208
Taxes$980 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1904
Lot Size4.33 AC / 188,614 SF
CountyAvery County

Location

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Building Information for 261 Tumbling Brook Road

Stories1Year Built1904Building Size-Lot Size4.33 AC / 188,614 SF

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$2,423 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,342

Property Taxes

$82

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 261 Tumbling Brook Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Banner Elk head up Beech Mountain Parkway and take a LEFT onto the Vistas Road and take an immediate RIGHT onto Tumbling Brook. House is the first one on the LEFT.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28604
  • Road Responsibility: PublicMaintainedRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 8-Banner Elk
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1859-13-12-3835-00000
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $980
  • Tax Book Number: 505/687
School Information
  • Elementary School: Banner Elk
  • High School: Avery County
Parking
  • Garage: No
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Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1128.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.33
  • Lot Size Area: 4.33
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1128.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1904
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermitUnavailable
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: GravelDriveway
  • Community Features: LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: VinylSiding, WoodFrame
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple, Open
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Basement: CrawlSpace
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir, OneUnit
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, ForcedAir, HeatPump, Propane
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: One, FreeStanding, Gas
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup, MainLevel
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, ElectricRange, MicrowaveHoodFan, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Features: WindowTreatments
  • Window Features: WindowTreatments

Property History for 261 Tumbling Brook Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 19, 2026

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #257115

—
Mar 3, 2026

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #257115

$465,000—
Aug 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #257115

$475,000—
Nov 30, 2016

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #39204825

$175,000—
Nov 17, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #590056485

$175,000—
Oct 2, 2016

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #39204825

—
Sep 27, 2016

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #39204825

$175,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/19/2026

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #257115

—
03/03/2026

Price Change

High Country Association of REALTORS #257115

$465,000
08/23/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #257115

$475,000
11/30/2016

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #39204825

$175,000
11/17/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #590056485

$175,000
10/02/2016

Under Contract-No Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #39204825

—
09/27/2016

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #39204825

$175,000

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

Public Records for 261 Tumbling Brook Road

Taxable ValueLand$122,300Additions$121,900Total$244,200
Tax Record2025$977 ($81 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,196 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,196 SqFtStories1Lot Size187,308 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1904Year Renovated2004CountyAVERYAPN18591312383500000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 261 Tumbling Brook Road

This home is within Avery County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Banner Elk Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Cranberry Middle School
Public6 to 8

Avery County High School
Public9 to 12

Avery County High School Stem Academy
Public9 to 12

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