About this home

Mountain Hideaway | 498 Broad Branch Rd, Bakersville, NC Cool Mountain Breezes, Peaceful Surroundings & Your Own Private Place to Unwind! Imagine coming home to the quiet beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, where the air is fresh, the pace is slower, and your covered back porch is calling you to sit a spell. Tucked away at over 3,000 feet in the beautiful High Country of Western North Carolina, this inviting mountain retreat offers the comfort of easy one-level living, a private setting, and room to enjoy the lifestyle you've been looking for. Inside, you have an open-concept floor plan that brings everyone together, whether you're preparing supper, entertaining friends, or simply enjoying a quiet evening at home. The spacious kitchen features a large island with breakfast bar seating, while the living area welcomes you with a cozy gas-log fireplace and abundant natural light. The split-bedroom layout provides a generous primary suite with a private bath featuring both a soaking tub and walk-in shower, along with two guest bedrooms offering oversized walk-in closets. The real mountain magic may be waiting outside. Step onto the private 12' x 42' covered back porch, slip into the hot tub, and settle in for an evening beneath the stars. It's the kind of place where morning coffee tastes a little better, evenings seem to last a little longer, and everyday life feels a little less hurried. There's practical space for your vehicles, hobbies, pets, and mountain gear, too. A 26' x 26' carport, paved driveway, 12' x 32' storage building, and 11' x 20' dog kennel add versatility and convenience to the property. Love the outdoors? You're in the heart of mountain country, with the majestic Roan Mountain and Unaka Mountain range nearby, along with opportunities to explore AT hiking trails, the Toe River, and the many scenic back roads and outdoor adventures that make this part of North Carolina so special. Enjoy the peacefulness of a country setting while remaining within convenient reach of Bakersville and Burnsville, approximately 40 minutes from Johnson City, Tennessee. Whether you're searching for a comfortable full-time residence, a mountain getaway, or a property with potential for rental use, this home offers an appealing opportunity to make the mountain lifestyle your own. No HOA. Come discover the peace, fresh air, and freedom of mountain living at 498 Broad Branch Road. Schedule your private showing and see what makes this mountain hideaway worth coming home to!

Facts and features

Schools

• Gouge Primary

  elementary · K-2 · 6.0 mi

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• Mitchell High

  high · 9-12 · 9.4 mi

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• Bowman Middle

  elementary · 5-8 · 6.1 mi

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• Deyton Elementary

  elementary · 3-5 · 13.9 mi

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• Harris Middle

  middle · 6-8 · 14.0 mi

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• Mayland Early College

  high · 9-12 · 14.6 mi

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Price history

• Oct 30, 2026 · Price Changed$277,777
• Sep 3, 2026 · Price Changed$273,000
• Jul 24, 2026 · Listed$275,000
• Jul 6, 2026 · Listed$275,000
• Oct 31, 2005 · Sold$246,000

Tax history

• 2026$1,676 tax · $261,900 assessed
• 2025$1,704 tax · $266,300 assessed
• 2023$1,677 tax · $266,300 assessed
• 2022$1,677 tax · $266,300 assessed
• 2021$1,151 tax · $177,100 assessed
• 2020$1,151 tax · $177,100 assessed
• 2019$1,151 tax · $177,100 assessed
• 2018$1,151 tax · $177,100 assessed

Home value

$270,000

• Collateral Analytics$270,000
• Quantarium$268,968
• Cotality$273,300

Where it is