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.
Sold for $300,000
Zestimate®
$300,000
56 Racoon Lane, Newland, NC 28657
2beds
1,004sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
0.63 Acres Lot
$300,000 Zestimate®
$299/sqft
$2,049 Estimated rent
Home value
$300,000
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Listed by:
Lawson Fields (828)387-1668,
Premier Sotheby's International Realty- Banner Elk
Bought with:
Roxanne Weavil, 288041
RE/MAX Realty Group
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 262716
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Kerosene
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Attic
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,004
- Total interior livable area: 1,004 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,004
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.63 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 18330059847700000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Hardboard, Wood Frame
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Permit Unavailable
- Water: Community/Coop
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, High Speed Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Long Term Rental Allowed, Short Term Rental Allowed
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Newland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $299/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $68,500
- Annual tax amount: $274
- Date on market: 6/22/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,New Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/7/2026 | Sold | $300,000+0.3%$299/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #262716 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2026 | Contingent | $299,000$298/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #262716 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Price change | $299,000-3.5%$298/sqft |
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| 6/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $310,000+539.2%$309/sqft |
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| 1/17/2006 | Sold | $48,500$48/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $274 | $68,500 |
| 2024 | $274 | $68,500 |
| 2023 | $274 | $68,500 |
| 2022 | $274 -10.2% | $68,500 +23.4% |
| 2021 | $305 | $55,500 |
| 2020 | $305 | $55,500 |
| 2019 | $305 | $55,500 |
| 2018 | $305 | $55,500 +63.2% |
| 2017 | $305 +100.8% | $34,000 |
| 2016 | $152 | $34,000 |
| 2015 | $152 | $34,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28657
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Crossnore ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Avery MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.1 mi
- 3/10Avery County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Crossnore
- High: Avery County
Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- Avery County
- Newland
- 28657
- 56 Racoon Lane
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