4 beds3,728 sqft$369/sqft
821 River Run Rd, Banner Elk, NC 28604
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Description

A Private Mountain Retreat with Views, Luxury & Endless Adventure. Set within a gated mountain community and surrounded by nearly 6 acres across two lots, this exceptional mountain retreat offers the rare combination of privacy, mountain views, space to gather, and a proven rental history. This turn key, fully furnished home has been thoughtfully updated with elevated furnishings, stylish lighting, and inviting spaces throughout. The home comfortably accommodates 16+ guests, making it equally well-suited...A Private Mountain Retreat with Views, Luxury & Endless Adventure. Set within a gated mountain community and surrounded by nearly 6 acres across two lots, this exceptional mountain retreat offers the rare combination of privacy, mountain views, space to gather, and a proven rental history. This turn key, fully furnished home has been thoughtfully updated with elevated furnishings, stylish lighting, and inviting spaces throughout. The home comfortably accommodates 16+ guests, making it equally well-suited as a private escape or a highly desirable vacation rental. Here, the best days may be spent without ever leaving home. Take in the mountain views from the comfort of the expansive outdoor spaces/ multiple decks, soak in the hot tub beneath the stars, gather around the firepit, or retreat to the game room featuring a custom bar area designed for entertaining long after the sun goes down. And when you're ready to explore, the adventure is just outside your door. Enjoy the community's common area along the Elk River, where days are made for floating, fishing, wading, splashing, or simply sitting beside the water and taking in the beauty of the High Country. For those craving a little more action, you're just minutes from skiing and mountain recreation, as well as the charming town of Banner Elk, where you'll find locally owned shops, acclaimed restaurants, breweries, and live music. Whether your ideal getaway involves quiet mornings overlooking the mountains, afternoons on the river, or evenings gathered around the fire with friends and family, this property delivers an authentic High Country experience with the comfort and sophistication of a luxury retreat. Additional Features: Excellent rental history (available upon request), 2 car garage, lots of storage, 4 bedroom septic system installed 2021, updated bathroms (2021), updated furnishings (2021), decks painted 2026
LISTING UPDATED: 08/26/2026 06:06 PM

  1. Listed by Sarah Long • 828 Real Estate • (828) 386-6047

Property Details for 821 River Run Road

MLS #
263887
Days on Market
5
Taxes
$3,595 / year
HOA Fees
$1,560 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
2002
Lot Size
5.87 AC / 255,697 SF
Architectural Style
Craftsman, Mountain
Parking Features
Attached, Garage, TwoCarGarage
View
Yes
Subdivision Name
River Run
View
LongRange, Mountains
Zoning Description
Residential

Location

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Building Information for 821 River Run Road

Stories2Year Built2002Building Size-Lot Size5.87 AC / 255,697 SF

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$7,419 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,989

Property Taxes

$300

HOA Dues

$130

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Property Information for 821 River Run Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: 194 S in Banner Elk to left on Puckett Rd. Travel .2 miles to a right onto River Run (Gated) Stay rt on River Run as road splits. Pass common care along Elk River and up the road .5 miles. Home on left- see sign.
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Postal Code: 28604
  • Road Frontage Type: PrivateRoad
  • MLS Area Major: 8-Banner Elk
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 1839-00-74-8842-00000
  • Additional Parcels Description: 18390074574100000
  • Association Fee: $1,560.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: River Run
  • Association: Yes
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,595
  • Tax Book Number: 565/1630
  • Tax Legal Description: RIVER RUN 007 0029 0039
School Information
  • Elementary School: Banner Elk
  • High School: Avery County
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2475.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1253.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.87
  • Lot Size Area: 5.87
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Living Area: 3728.0
Property and Assessments
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Documents Available: RestrictiveCovenants, RentRolls
  • Human Modified: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: SepticPermit4Bedroom, SepticTank
  • Utilities: HighSpeedInternetAvailable, SepticAvailable
  • Water Source: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: HotTubSpa, Other, SeeRemarks
  • Spa: Yes
  • Community Features: Gated, River, LongTermRentalAllowed, ShortTermRentalAllowed
  • Construction Materials: Log, Concrete, Stone, WoodFrame
  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Multiple
  • Security Features: RadonMitigationSystem
  • Spa Features: HotTub
  • Roof: Architectural, Shingle
Interior Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished, InteriorEntry, WalkOutAccess
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Cooling: CentralAir
  • Heating: Yes
  • Heating: Ductless, ForcedAir, Fireplaces, Propane
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Stone, Propane
  • Laundry Features: WasherHookup, DryerHookup, MainLevel
  • Appliances: BuiltInOven, Dryer, Dishwasher, GasRange, GasWaterHeater, Microwave, TanklessWaterHeater, Washer
  • Interior Features: WetBar, CathedralCeilings, Furnished, HotTubSpa, JettedTub, WindowTreatments
  • Window Features: WindowTreatments

Property History for 821 River Run Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 26, 2026

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #263887

Aug 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #263887

$1,375,000
Sep 8, 2021

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #231679

$925,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/26/2026

Under Contract-Show

High Country Association of REALTORS #263887

08/21/2026

Listed (Active)

High Country Association of REALTORS #263887

$1,375,000
09/08/2021

Closed

High Country Association of REALTORS #231679

$925,000

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

Public Records for 821 River Run Road

Taxable ValueLand$61,500Additions$783,900Total$845,400
Tax Record2025$3,382 ($282 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt5,049 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,771 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,278 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,122 SqFtStories1Lot Size110,207 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built2002Year Renovated2012CountyAVERYAPN18390074884200000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 821 River Run 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

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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