Do kids play outside in Roaring River, NC?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say kids play outside

Do residents of Roaring River, NC plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Does Roaring River, NC show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Roaring River, NC walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is parking easy in Roaring River, NC?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say parking is easy

Is a car needed in Roaring River, NC?

As of early 2026, 100% of users say car is needed

Are neighbors friendly in Roaring River, NC?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say neighbors are friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Roaring River, NC?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say people would walk alone at night

Are there community events in Roaring River, NC?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there are community events

Is there wildlife in Roaring River, NC?

As of early 2026, 50% of users say there's wildlife

OFF MARKET

856 Barker Rd
Elkin, NC 28621

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,536 sqft (on 5 acres)

$286,500

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 23, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,694/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$286,500

Trulia Estimate

as of Jul 23, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,694/mo*

Refinance Your Home

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,536 sqft

(on 5 acres)

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1990

Lot Size

5 acres

Living Area

1,536 sqft

Price/Sqft

$187

Description

This single-family home is located at 856 Barker Rd, Elkin, NC. 856 Barker Rd is in Elkin, NC and in ZIP code 28621. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,536 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 5.00 acres and was built in 1990.

856 Barker Rd, Elkin, NC 28621 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,536 sqft single-family home built in 1990. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $286,500, with a rent estimate of $1,851/month.

Home Details for 856 Barker Rd

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 5

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1990
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Exterior: Other

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5.00 acres

Market trends in Roaring River

Last updated June 2026

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year	2025
Tax	$1,115
Assessment	$222,910

Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 856 Barker Rd

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
5941 Austin Traphill Rd, Elkin, NC	0.89	Single-Family Home	$300,000	06/08/26	3	2	1,484
1778 Barker Rd, Roaring river, NC	0.83	Single-Family Home	$600,000	12/11/25	3	2	1,296
214 Mining Ridge Church Rd, Elkin, NC	1.32	Single-Family Home	$525,000	12/08/25	4	2	2,133
181 Layell Rd, Elkin, NC	1.34	Single-Family Home	$265,000	06/24/26	3	3	1,136
3625 Austin Little Mountain Rd, Roaring River, NC	1.48	Single-Family Home	$189,000	05/27/26	3	2	1,352
1158 Spicer Rd, Roaring River, NC	1.37	Single-Family Home	$200,000	06/05/26	2	2	784
8065 Greenhorn Road, Roaring River, NC	1.99	Single-Family Home	$225,000	11/07/25	3	2	1,944
1054 King Billings Rd, Traphill, NC	2.24	Single-Family Home	$25,000	03/11/26	3	1.5	1,456
6395 Greenhorn Rd, Roaring River, NC	2.00	Single-Family Home	$305,000	11/12/25	2	2	1,199
7067 Austin Little Mountain Rd, Elkin, NC	1.67	Single-Family Home	$95,000	04/16/26	2	1	832

Nearby homes

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OFF MARKET
Est. $191,300
4 bd
2 ba
1,463 sqft
5830 Austin Little Mountain Rd,
Roaring River, NC 28669
OFF MARKET
Austin Traphill Rd,
Elkin, NC 28621
RE/MAX Legendary
OFF MARKET
Austin Traphill Rd #A,
Elkin, NC 28621
Whitetail Properties Real Estate LLC
OFF MARKET
Est. $230,900
2 bd
1 ba
1,344 sqft
6676 Austin Traphill Rd,
Elkin, NC 28621
SOLD
DEC 11, 2025
$600,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,296 sqft
1778 Barker Rd,
Roaring river, NC 28669
OFF MARKET
Est. $146,900
3 bd
1.5 ba
960 sqft
6040 Austin Little Mountain Rd,
Elkin, NC 28621
OFF MARKET
Est. $375,000
4 bd
2 ba
1,450 sqft
197 Ambrosia Ln,
Elkin, NC 28621
OFF MARKET
Golf Course Rd,
Elkin, NC 28621
OFF MARKET
Est. $648,900
2 bd
3 ba
2,625 sqft
486 Grange Rd,
Elkin, NC 28621
OFF MARKET
Austin Little Mountain Rd,
Elkin, NC 28621
OFF MARKET
2164 Annie Sophia Lane,
Roaring River, NC 28669
Andrew Casey
OFF MARKET
Est. $179,900
3 bd
2 ba
1,680 sqft
1564 Annie Sophia Ln,
Roaring River, NC 28669

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What Locals Say about Roaring River

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.

100 % Say kids play outside
100 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
100 % Say there's holiday spirit
100 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
100 % Say parking is easy
100 % Say car is needed
75 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say people would walk alone at night
50 % Say there are community events
50 % Say there's wildlife

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Madalynm514
Resident
7y ago
"Roaring River is an awesome farming community nestled in the foothills of NC. It is a great place to raise a family, have an old farm house, and settle down."
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