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163 Old Hickory Lane, Linville, NC
Tucked beside conservation land and a peaceful brook, this custom-built home offers the perfect blend of privacy, quality, and natural beauty. Located in the Quail Forest community, it’s a rare opportunity to own a mountain retreat surrounded by lush mountain laurel. Step inside to find gleaming red oak floors, custom oak cabinetry and trim, and a beautifully updated kitchen with solid-surface countertops and premium appliances. The living room, centered around a gas log fireplace, flows seamlessly for both relaxing and entertaining. The spa-like primary bath features a jetted tub and walk-in shower, while dual Rheem heat pumps provide year-round comfort. Built with lasting quality—cementous siding, Peachtree windows, and a 50-year Elk roof—the home is as durable as it is charming. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the mountains from the 10-foot-wide wraparound porch or open rear deck. This is more than a home—it’s a peaceful mountain sanctuary. Schedule your private showing today.

Fizbo Market Record — April 4, 2026 Compared against 0 active listings in Linville, NC, 14,482 across North Carolina, and 182,059 nationwide, here is where this property stands. This custom-built home at 163 Old Hickory Lane an array of features, including gleaming red oak floors, custom oak cabinetry and trim, a beautifully updated kitchen with solid-surface countertops and premium appliances. The listing notes the inclusion of cementous siding, Peachtree windows, and a 50-year Elk roof, highlighting its durable construction. With four bedrooms and four bathrooms, this property offers ample space for relaxation and entertainment. Priced at $1,095,000, this listing ranks in the 95th percentile statewide, indicating it's priced above 95% of active inventory in North Carolina. This is a significant premium, considering the state median price sits at $380,000. At 4 beds and 4 baths, this property is among the top-end listings in terms of specs, but its pricing suggests it may be competing with higher-end properties. A notable differentiator for this listing is its unique location within the Quail Forest community, surrounded by conservation land and a peaceful brook. This offers a level of seclusion and natural beauty that's rare in the market. However, it's worth noting that only 12% of competing listings include an in-law suite or similar secondary living space, which may be a selling point for some buyers. With 0 active listings in Linville, NC, this property is competing against a relatively low number of listings in its immediate area. The lack of days-on-market data means we can't assess market speed, but the feature count of 17 suggests it's a well-equipped listing with plenty to offer potential buyers.
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Property Type
Stick/Site Built
Year Built
2005
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Subdivision
None
MLS #
1211061
Listing Type
Residential
Market
TRIAD
163 Old Hickory Lane, Linville, NC 28646 — Avery County
Pete Pyles
Empyrean Realty

210 Grouse Moor Drive Unit 210, Linville
How this home compares across city, state, and national benchmarks
Listed at $1,095,000, this 4-bed Stick/Site Built in Linville is 215% above the Census median home value of $348,100 for Linville. North Carolina's median home value is $213,547, putting this listing 413% above the state benchmark. The U.S. national median home value is $334,900.
Standard
Linville has a population of 437 with a median household income of $72,759 and a homeownership rate of 77.1%. The median home value is $348,100.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023, Fizbo listing data