# 185 River 2 Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/2ba single family, $225,000 ($259/sqft), built 1970, 869 sqft. Est. $1,204/mo. Listed 3 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $225,000 |
| Price/sqft | $259 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full |
| Square Feet | 869 |
| Year Built | 1970 |
| Lot Size | 3,485 sqft (0.08 acres) |
| Property Type | Single Family (Other) |
| Status | Active |
| Days on Market | 3 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $1,138 |
| Estimated Insurance | $66 |
| **Total** | **$1,204** |

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1970
- 0.08 acre lot

## Description

### Agent Description
Cozy Cottage in Mill Ridge! Set in a peaceful setting near the Watauga River, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage offers a wonderful opportunity to create your own mountain getaway. Whether you're looking for a second home, vacation retreat, or short-term rental opportunity, this cottage has plenty of potential. Enjoy Mill Ridge amenities, including the swimming pool, tennis courts, and clubhouse, or venture out to explore nearby hiking trails. Conveniently located between Boone and Banner Elk, you'll have easy access to Grandfather Winery, restaurants, shopping, Appalachian State University, area ski slopes, and the many outdoor adventures and attractions in the High Country.

## Location

- **Address:** 185 River 2 Road, Banner Elk, NC 28604
- **County:** Watauga
- **Neighborhood:** Mill Ridge
- **Coordinates:** 36.154953, -81.780994
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=36.154953,-81.780994

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Patricia Hall
- **Brokerage:** 828 Real Estate
- **Broker Phone:** (828) 773-2413
- **Listing URL:** [View original listing](https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/185-River-Road-2_Banner-Elk_NC_28604_M65008-27142?f=listhub&s=HCAORNC&m=265014&c=propsimple)

## Photos

![185 River 2 Road - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/d2f1847faa195eed8485d7dff34c9f7fl-f958894039r.jpg)

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**MLS#:** 265014 | **Updated:** 2026-10-29
**Source:** listhub

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