304 Elk River Rd

1,162 Sq. Ft.
$194 / Sq. Ft.
1,162
Sq. Ft.
$194
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Marsha McManus • The Summit Group Of The Carolinas • (828) 898-3500
  2. Listed by James Canterbury • The Summit Group Of The Carolinas

Property Details for 304 Elk River Road

Architectural Style
Cottage
Waterfront Features
Creek, Stream
Parking Features
Carport, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Gravel, Private
Subdivision Name
None
View
CreekStream
Zoning Description
Residential
LISTING UPDATED: 03/27/2026 05:50 PM

Property Details for 304 Elk River Road

StatusActive
MLS #260747
Days on Market11
Taxes$444 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1936
Lot Size0.47 AC / 20,473 SF
CountyAvery County

Location

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Building Information for 304 Elk River Road

Stories1Year Built1936Building Size-Lot Size0.47 AC / 20,473 SF

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$1,170 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,133

Property Taxes

$37

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 304 Elk River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: In Elk Park, turn right onto Little Elk Rd, then left on Old Mill Rd. and a right onto Elk River Rd. Property is on the right about 6 houses down. Follow signs to Elk River Falls but the house is in the town part of Elk River Rd.
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Postal Code: 28622
  • Road Responsibility: PublicMaintainedRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 14-Cranberry (Avery)
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 18291702205000000
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $444
  • Tax Book Number: 566/2257
  • Tax Legal Description: .47 AC ELK PARK LIMITS
School Information
  • Elementary School: Freedom Trail
  • High School: Avery County
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1162.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.47
  • Lot Size Area: 0.47
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1162.0
Property and Assessments
  • Other Structures: Sheds
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, LeadBasedPaintDisclosure, SellersPropertyDisclosure
  • Human Modified: Yes
Utilities
  • Sewer: PublicSewer
  • Utilities: CableAvailable
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Storage, 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
  • Flooring: LuxuryVinyl, LuxuryVinylPlank
  • Basement: CrawlSpace
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Propane, SpaceHeater, WoodStove, WallFurnace
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: One, Stone, WoodBurning, Insert, WoodBurningStove
  • Laundry Features: MainLevel
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, ElectricWaterHeater, GasRange, Refrigerator, Washer

Property History for 304 Elk River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 26, 2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #260747

$225,000—
Dec 29, 2025

Withdrawn

High Country Association of REALTORS #257986

$195,000—
Dec 1, 2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #257986

—
Sep 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #257986

$215,000—
Oct 4, 2021

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9920117

$150,000—
Sep 30, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1473086020

$150,000

+13.6% / yr

Aug 13, 2021

Under Contract-No Show

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9920117

—
Jul 12, 2021

Price Change

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9920117

$164,900—
Mar 26, 2021

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9920117

$169,900—
Jun 1, 2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #427389638

$40,000—
Jun 1, 2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #351184879

$40,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/26/2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #260747

$225,000
12/29/2025

Withdrawn

High Country Association of REALTORS #257986

$195,000
12/01/2025

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #257986

—
09/16/2025

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #257986

$215,000
10/04/2021

Closed

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9920117

$150,000
09/30/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1473086020

$150,000

+13.6% / yr

08/13/2021

Under Contract-No Show

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9920117

—
07/12/2021

Price Change

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9920117

$164,900
03/26/2021

Listed (Active)

Tennessee Virginia Regional MLS #9920117

$169,900
06/01/2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #427389638

$40,000
06/01/2011

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #351184879

$40,000

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

Public Records for 304 Elk River Road

Taxable ValueLand$18,000Additions$45,500Total$63,500
Tax Record2025$445 ($37 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,164 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,164 SqFtStories1Lot Size21,780 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1936Year Renovated1996CountyAVERYAPN18291702205000000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 304 Elk River 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
Freedom Trail 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

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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304 Elk River Road is a single family home for sale in Elk Park, NC 28622. This property was listed for sale on March 26, 2026 by The Summit Group Of The Carolinas, it's currently listed at $225,000. It has been on the market for a total of 11 days and was last sold on October 4, 2021. This listing's school district is Avery County School District. Nearby schools include Freedom Trail Elementary School, Cranberry Middle School and Avery County High School. 304 Elk River Road is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,162 sqft single family home built in 1936.

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