For Sale $525,000
Experience the perfect blend of character & modern ease in this beautifully updated 1916 farmhouse. Tucked away in the serene Pensacola community of Burnsville, this 3BR, 3BA home offers 2,482 square feet of versatile living space. The property has been meticulously maintained & improved over the decades, featuring renovations in 1993 & 2023 with additions in 1996 and 2010. Home includes a Generac generator, whole-house water filtration system & the benefit of a fresh mountain spring as an additional water source. Step inside to find a warm, welcoming atmosphere defined by dual living areas both featuring cozy wood-burning stoves perfect for crisp mountain evenings. The home is anchored by a spacious kitchen w/ an inviting breakfast nook & a formal dining room for larger gatherings. Practicality meets creativity on the main level, which includes a convenient laundry room, an attached garage, and a dedicated hobby room that serves as the perfect quiet retreat for sewing or crafts. The exterior is a true nature lover's paradise, spanning nearly 6 acres & bordered by the soothing sounds of the bold Elk Fork Creek. The grounds offer incredible mini-farm potential complete with a fenced backyard for pets & a barn for storing tools or equipment. The bountiful landscape includes 20 thriving blueberry bushes, mountain laurels & seasonal flower beds all woven together by private trails. These paths lead through a dedicated bird sanctuary where you can regularly spot deer, turkey & other local wildlife in their natural habitat. This property offers a rare connection to the landscape &f the rhythmic flow of the creek. This is more than just a house, it is a meticulously preserved piece of history waiting for its next chapter.
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| List Price: | $525,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 2482 sqft |
| Parking: | Driveway, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener |
| MLS Number: | CAR4361190 |
| Subdivision: | none |
| Bathrooms: | 3 |
| Lot Description: | Creek Front, Green Area, Hilly, Level, Open Lot, Pasture, Private, Rolling Slope, Creek/Stream, Wooded |
| Year Built: | 1916 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
| Elementary: | Burnsville |
| Middle: | East Yancey |
| High: | Mountain Heritage |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 05-26-2026 | Listed | $525,000 | $212 |
| 08-31-2025 | Under Contract | $420,000 | $170 |
| 08-16-2025 | Price Decrease | $420,000-2.33% | $170 |
| 07-28-2025 | Price Decrease | $430,000-2.27% | $174 |
| 07-10-2025 | Listed | $440,000 | $178 |
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Burnsville Elementary | 7 miles | KG-05 | 5 |
| Bald Creek Elementary | 8 miles | KG-05 | 10 |
| South Toe Elementary | 8 miles | KG-05 | 9 |
| Micaville Elementary | 9 miles | KG-05 | 9 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 11820 State Highway 197 None, Burnsville NC | 0 mi | $525,000 | days | |
| 326 Ewart Wilson Road, Burnsville NC | 0.9 mi | $599,000 | days | |
| 596 Ridge Runner Road, Burnsville NC | 0.9 mi | $998,000 | days |
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| Down Payment Amount | $990,000 |
| Mortgage Amount | $3,960,000 |
| Monthly Payment (Principal & Interest Only) | $19,480 |
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| Total Monthly Payment | $20,941 |
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11820 State Highway 197 None, Burnsville NC is a 2482 ft2 on a 5.729 acres lot. This is for $525,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and was built in 1916.
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