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Last Sold Price
3 beds2,357 sqft
3897 Andy Hicks Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.95 acresLot Size
1986Year Built
$272/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Huge price reduction! Million dollar views, classic home, panoramic views for miles! "Joy at the Top" is a glorious culmination of all things extraordinary and is drenched in a rich history of the 'Andy Hicks experience'. Nestled in lush green rhododendron and flanked with gorgeous rock outcrops, this home has 3 bd, 3.5 baths, 3-car garage(s), and is partially furnished. With a newly renovated den/game room and full bath in the above ground walk-out basement, 3 generous bedrooms (including a primary...Huge price reduction! Million dollar views, classic home, panoramic views for miles! "Joy at the Top" is a glorious culmination of all things extraordinary and is drenched in a rich history of the 'Andy Hicks experience'. Nestled in lush green rhododendron and flanked with gorgeous rock outcrops, this home has 3 bd, 3.5 baths, 3-car garage(s), and is partially furnished. With a newly renovated den/game room and full bath in the above ground walk-out basement, 3 generous bedrooms (including a primary suite with a newly renovated full bath and private balcony), detached 2-car garage with wood stove and open work-space, and garden shed. Enjoy the multi-layered views from the 'Amish Country' gazebo (with electricity), from the fire-pit, from the wrap around deck, or from most rooms in the classic home. Truly unspoiled views are enjoyed from nearly everywhere! If you've been holding out for a very special retreat with HUGE intoxicating views and unique mountain charm, this Blue Ridge gem is the one. Welcome to, rightfully named, "Joy at the Top". (Great primary, secondary, or investment rental property. Adjoining lot available, too! Additional 2.75 acres; see MLS #238067).
  • Listed by: Anna Autrey • Allen Tate Real Estate
Listing closed: 08/22/2022 12:00 AM • Source: High Country Association of REALTORS, MLS#: 238054

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$775,000

Avg days on market

83

Sale-to-list ratio

96.3%

Banner Elk, NC

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$750,000 | 1877 Lee Gualtney Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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Location

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Property Information for 3897 Andy Hicks Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,104 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Mountain, Traditional
  • Parking Features: Attached, Driveway, Detached, Garage, Gravel, Other, Private, ThreeormoreSpaces, SeeRemarks
  • View: Yes
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • View: LongRange, Mountains, TreesWoods
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Lot Size: 1.95 AC / 84,942 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Banner Elk, 4.5 miles on HWY 194 toward Valle Crucis. L on Oliver Hill Rd to end. R on Worley, first L onto Andy Hicks Rd. 2.2 miles to #3987 on R. From Valle Crucis, HWY 194, 4.1 miles to R on Oliver Hill Rd to end. R on Worley, first L onto Andy Hicks Rd. 2.2 miles to #3987 on R. See sign (It will be the second For Sale sign...the first sign is on a vacant lot, also for sale, bordering the left of this property).
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Postal Code: 28604
  • Road Responsibility: PublicMaintainedRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 8-Banner Elk
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1950-79-2117-000
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,104
  • Tax Book Number: 1470/71
School Information
  • Elementary School: Valle Crucis
  • High School: Watauga
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2357.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.95
  • Lot Size Area: 1.95
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 2357.0
Property and Assessments
  • Other Structures: Gazebo, Outbuilding, Sheds
  • Year Built: 1986
  • Documents Available: Disclosures, Other, SellersPropertyDisclosure, SeeRemarks
  • Human Modified: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermitUnavailable
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: SharedWell
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: OutBuildings, Storage, GravelDriveway
  • Community Features: LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: VinylSiding, WoodFrame
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Open, WrapAround
  • Security Features: RadonMitigationSystem
  • Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Levels: ThreeOrMore
  • Stories: 3
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, CeramicTile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished, Other, SeeRemarks, WalkOutAccess
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: Other, SeeRemarks, WallWindowUnits
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Gas, Propane, Other, SeeRemarks
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Features: One, Other, SeeRemarks, WoodBurning
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, ExhaustFan, GasRange, GasWaterHeater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Skylights, VaultedCeilings
  • Window Features: DoubleHung, DoublePaneWindows, Screens, Vinyl, Skylights

Property History for 3897 Andy Hicks Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 22, 2022

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #238054

$640,000—
Aug 19, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1496321569

$640,000

+5.8% / yr

Jul 11, 2022

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #238054

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/22/2022

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #238054

$640,000
08/19/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1496321569

$640,000

+5.8% / yr

07/11/2022

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #238054

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

Public Records for 3897 Andy Hicks Road

Taxable ValueLand$36,700Additions$316,200Total$352,900
Tax Record2025$1,414 ($118 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths4Total Finished SqFt2,240 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,240 SqFtStories2Lot Size84,942 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1986CountyWATAUGAAPN1950-79-2117-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3897 Andy Hicks Road

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

Watauga High
Public9 to 12

Watauga Virtual Academy
PublicK to 8

Watauga Innovation Academy
Public9 to 12

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