Single Family Residence at 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
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Cane River-is across the road. - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
Digital Staging - to show furniture arrangement potential - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
Digital Staging - to show furniture arrangement options - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
Native Stone Fireplace - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
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Bath one - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
Digitally Staged - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
Digitally Staged - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
Digitally Staged - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
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Bonus Room staged for showing furniture arrangement potential - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
Bonus Room without furniture- view toward hallway - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
Bonus Room view toward back door - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
Bath Room 1 - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
Bath two - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
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Cane River - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
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Detached Garage and Workshop - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
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Flood Zone Map-FEMA - Home is not in the Flood area. - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
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Pristine Cane River-Just across the road - 5381 State HWY 197 S Highway, Burnsville
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$279,900

5381 State HWY 197 S Highway
Burnsville, NC 28714
Listed by Connie Ray · Foxfire Real Estate, LLC
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2.5
Living area
1,314 sqft
Year built
1979

About this home

Cane River Serenity – Your Mountain Haven, A River-Side Lifestyle & An Opportunity Some places are simply a home. Others give you a reason to slow down, stay awhile, and come back again. Welcome to the beautiful Cane River Valley! Imagine waking up to glorious views of the Cane River and majestic mountains, enjoying your morning coffee on the deck, and spending the afternoon fishing, relaxing by the water, or exploring the beauty of Western North Carolina. With the Cane River just across the quiet road, this inviting mountain retreat offers a peaceful lifestyle that's hard to find—especially at such an appealing price. Inside, this bright, well-maintained 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers an open living, kitchen, and dining area designed for easy living and relaxed entertaining. Gleaming oak hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a striking floor-to-ceiling natural stone fireplace create a warm, welcoming atmosphere—perfect for cozy evenings after a day in the mountains. The kitchen flows naturally into the living space, making it easy to cook, visit, and enjoy time together. A flexible bonus room adds versatility, offering space for a game room, home office, hobby room, or additional sleeping area. Other notable features include a durable metal roof, central heating and air conditioning, recent updates, and convenient year-round access. Step outside, where the covered side porch and spacious open front deck invite you to linger a little longer. Take in the mountain scenery, breathe the fresh mountain air, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Just across the road, the Cane River brings the outdoors to your doorstep. Cast a line, dip your toes in the water, or simply unwind to the sights and sounds of the flowing river. A mountain getaway with possibilities! Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, a relaxing weekend retreat, or a potential vacation rental, this property offers the opportunity to make the mountains your own. Enjoy your personal escapes and share the beauty of Western North Carolina with family and friends. When you're ready to venture out, Burnsville's charming downtown square is just 5.3 miles away, offering local shops, cafes, galleries, and restaurants. Asheville is approximately 40 minutes away, providing even more options for dining, music, arts, and entertainment. Whether you're dreaming of a peaceful mountain home, a weekend escape near the river, or a property with vacation rental potential, Cane River Serenity invites you to discover a simpler, more peaceful way of mountain living. Come for the river. Stay for the lifestyle. Make the mountains your own!

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Canopy MLS
MLS #
CAR4248281
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Satellite Mtn Estates
Status
Active
Days on market
550
On market date
April 17, 2025
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2.5
Garage spaces
1
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
N/A
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Burnsville Elementary
4.61 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
253
Student:teacher ratio
13.3:1
District
Yancey County Schools
Middle
East Yancey Middle
4.4 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
259
Student:teacher ratio
13.6:1
District
Yancey County Schools
High
Mountain Heritage High
3.05 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
635
Student:teacher ratio
13.2:1
District
Yancey County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Burnsville's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

23
Car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
7.5 / 20 -- Below average walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Burnsville, from live MLS data.

On the market 550 days -- 414 more days than Burnsville's current average of 136 days.
For reference, the median list price across 310 active listings in Burnsville right now is $387,000.

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$55,980 down
$223,920 loan
Principal & interest$1,452
Property tax (est.)$233
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated 5 days ago.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.