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    11820 State Highway 197 S, Burnsville, NC 28714

    3beds
    2,482sqft
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    $2,804/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1916
    5.73 Acres Lot
    $452,300 Zestimate®
    $191/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Mountain laurelsBarn for storageDedicated bird sanctuaryHistoric characterLocal wildlife regularly visitsBreakfast nookSpacious kitchen
    NEW PRICE!! MOTIVATED SELLER! Experience the perfect blend of historic character and modern ease in this beautifully updated 1916 farmhouse situated in the serene Pensacola community of Burnsville. Tucked away on a sprawling 5.73 acre lot, this 3BR/3BA home delivers 2,482 square feet of versatile living space with extensive recent upgrades, including a new French drain, all new gutters, and a complete crawlspace encapsulation system featuring two commercial dehumidifiers. The home has been meticulously maintained with major renovations in 1993 and 2023, plus additions in 1996 and 2010. Core systems include a whole-house water filtration system, a Generac generator, and the added benefit of a fresh mountain spring source alongside the well. Step inside to a warm, welcoming layout anchored by dual living areas, both outfitted with cozy wood-burning stoves ideal for crisp mountain evenings. The floor plan flows into a spacious kitchen complete with a breakfast nook and an adjacent formal dining room. Main level conveniences include a dedicated laundry room, an attached 2-car garage, and a flexible hobby/sewing room. Outdoors, the property is a nature lover's paradise bordered by the soothing sounds of bold Elk Fork Creek. The grounds offer incredible mini-farm potential with a fenced backyard, a barn for storage, 20 thriving blueberry bushes, mountain laurels, and seasonal flower beds. Private trails wind through a dedicated bird sanctuary where local wildlife regularly visits. Complete with NO RESTRICTIONS, this move-in ready retreat provides a rare connection to the surrounding landscape. Schedule your showing today!
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    Listed by:

    Crystal Garland Crystal.garland@remax.net,

    RE/MAX RESULTS

    Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4361190MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • Main level bedrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom s
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom s
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom full
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom full
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom full
      • Level: Main
      Den
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Other
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Ductless, Propane, Wood Stove, Zoned, Other
      Cooling
      • Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range, Filtration System, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
      • Laundry: Utility Room, Laundry Room, Main Level
      Features
      • Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
      • Doors: Insulated Door(s)
      • Windows: Insulated Windows
      • Basement: Partial,Storage Space,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access
      • Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning Stove
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,482
      • Total interior livable area: 2,482 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,482
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage on Main Level
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      • Details: 2-car garage and driveway parking
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Rear Porch, Screened
      • Fencing: Back Yard,Partial
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Waterfront features: None, Creek, Creek/Stream
      Lot
      • Size: 5.73 Acres
      • Features: Green Area, Hilly, Level, Open Lot, Pasture, Private, Rolling Slope, Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Barn(s), Other
      • Additional parcels included: 071700213938000
      • Parcel number: 071700216985.000
      • Zoning: n/a
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Other equipment: Generator

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Hardboard Siding, Wood
      • Foundation: Crawl Space, Slab
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1916

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Installed
      • Water: Well, Other - See Remarks
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optics, Phone Connected, Propane

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: none
      Location
      • Region: Burnsville
      • Elevation: 3000 Feet

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $191/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $438,800
      • Annual tax amount: $2,633
      • Date on market: 4/2/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 72 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Gravel, Paved

        Estimated market value

        $452,300

        $430,000 - $475,000

        $2,995/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/7/2026Listed for sale$475,000-9.5%$191/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4361190 Report a problem
        6/6/2026Listing removed$525,000$212/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4361190 Report a problem
        5/13/2026Price change$525,000-3.7%$212/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4361190 Report a problem
        4/2/2026Listed for sale$545,000-3.5%$220/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4361190 Report a problem
        12/13/2025Listing removed$565,000$228/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4264964 Report a problem
        10/18/2025Price change$565,000-3.4%$228/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4264964 Report a problem
        6/27/2025Price change$585,000-4.1%$236/sqft
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        6/5/2025Listed for sale$610,000$246/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4264964 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,633 $438,800
        2024$2,633 +68.3%$438,800 +90.8%
        2023$1,564 $229,990
        2022$1,564 $229,990
        2021$1,564 $229,990
        2020$1,564 -2.3%$229,990 -2.3%
        2019$1,601 $235,390
        2018$1,601 $235,390
        2017$1,601 +3%$235,390
        2016$1,554 $235,390 -13.2%
        2015$1,554 +2.4%$271,050
        2014$1,518 $271,050
        2013-- $271,050
        2012-- $271,050
        2011-- $271,050
        2010-- $271,050
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28714

        Getting around

        0 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        3 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Burnsville
        • Middle: East Yancey
        • High: Mountain Heritage

        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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