56 Raccoon Ln

1,004 Sq. Ft.
$309 / Sq. Ft.
1,004
Sq. Ft.
$309
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Motivated Seller! Nestled in the heart of the High Country, this charming mountain cottage offers an excellent opportunity for a full-time residence, vacation retreat, or investment property. Situated on a spacious 0.63-acre lot, this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home combines rustic character with a peaceful setting just minutes from Newland, Crossnore, and area attractions. The home features nearly 1,000 square feet of living space with hardwood flooring, a metal roof, and an efficient floor plan that maximizes...Motivated Seller! Nestled in the heart of the High Country, this charming mountain cottage offers an excellent opportunity for a full-time residence, vacation retreat, or investment property. Situated on a spacious 0.63-acre lot, this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home combines rustic character with a peaceful setting just minutes from Newland, Crossnore, and area attractions. The home features nearly 1,000 square feet of living space with hardwood flooring, a metal roof, and an efficient floor plan that maximizes comfort and functionality. The generous yard provides ample room for gardening, outdoor entertaining, or simply enjoying the cool mountain air and natural surroundings. Conveniently located near hiking, fishing, skiing, golf, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, this property offers easy access to everything the High Country has to offer while maintaining the privacy and tranquility of a mountain getaway. Whether you're searching for a weekend escape or an affordable mountain home, this property presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy mountain living in Avery County.
  1. Listed by Lawson Fields • Premier Sotheby's International Realty- Banner Elk • (828) 387-1668

Property Details for 56 Raccoon Lane

Architectural Style
Cottage, Traditional
Parking Features
NoGarage
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 06/22/2026 01:44 PM

Property Details for 56 Raccoon Lane

StatusActive
MLS #262716
Days on Market10
Taxes$274 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1949
Lot Size0.63 AC / 27,442 SF
CountyAvery County

Location

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Building Information for 56 Raccoon Lane

Stories1Year Built1949Building Size-Lot Size0.63 AC / 27,442 SF

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$1,568 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,545

Property Taxes

$23

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 56 Raccoon Lane

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Take 105 towards Linville, take a right on 221/181 and at the next light take a left on 221. Follow 221 to a right on Crossnore Dr. to an immediate right on Walt Clark. Raccoon Ln. is a short distance on your right and the house is the first on the right.
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Postal Code: 28657
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 11-Altamont Jonas Rdg-BURKE NCove-MCDOWLL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 18330059847700000
  • Association: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $274
  • Tax Book Number: 398/1602
School Information
  • Elementary School: Crossnore
  • High School: Avery County
Parking
  • Garage: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1004.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.63
  • Lot Size Area: 0.63
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 1004.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Human Modified: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: PrivateSewer, SepticPermitUnavailable
  • Utilities: CableAvailable, HighSpeedInternetAvailable
  • Water Source: CommunityCoop
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Hardboard, WoodFrame
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Basement: CrawlSpace
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: No
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Kerosene
  • Fireplace: No
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup, MainLevel
  • Appliances: Dryer, ElectricRange, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Features: Attic

Property History for 56 Raccoon Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #262716

$310,000
Jan 11, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #427167832

$48,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/22/2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #262716

$310,000
01/11/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #427167832

$48,500

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Public Records for 56 Raccoon Lane

Taxable ValueLand$11,900Additions$56,600Total$68,500
Tax Record2025$274 ($23 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt978 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt978 SqFtStories1Lot Size27,443 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949Year Renovated1989CountyAVERYAPN18330059847700000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 56 Raccoon Lane

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 - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Crossnore Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Avery Middle
Public6 to 8

Avery County High School
Public9 to 12

Blue Ridge Academy
Public6 to 12

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56 Raccoon Lane is a single family home for sale in Newland, NC 28657. This property was listed for sale on June 22, 2026 by Premier Sotheby's International Realty- Banner Elk, it's currently listed at $310,000. It has been on the market for a total of 10 days and was last sold on January 11, 2006. This listing's school district is Avery County School District. Nearby schools include Crossnore Elementary, Avery Middle and Avery County High School. 56 Raccoon Lane is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,004 sqft single family home built in 1949.

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