Escape to this charming creekside log cabin retreat, tucked away in a private setting along the peaceful waters of Lower Alarka Creek. Perfect as a vacation getaway, investment property, or cozy mountain retreat, this cabin offers the ideal blend of comfort and natural beauty. Large open living, dining and kitchen. Spacious bedroom and bath. Step onto the covered porch and enjoy your morning coffee while listening to the soothing sounds of the rushing creek. Spend your afternoons fishing right from the property or simply relaxing in the tranquil surroundings. Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, this inviting creekside cabin offers the perfect mountain escape. This house and one other house (apartment of neighboring big house) share a 2-bedroom septic. Septic is located on this property.
Single-familyProperty Type
1998Year Built
0.58 acresLot Size
Listed by Lytisha Shuler• Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc
A great log house on the big bold Alarka Creek. Would make a great starter home or vacation rental. Easy to get to. Set on your porch and watch the creek flow by and a special treat you can fish in your front yard for trout or feeded the ducks. Has front porch all across the front and a back porch
Public Records
Aug 28, 2007
Sold
$423,000
Public Records
Aug 28, 2007
Sold
$128,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$826
$42,120 + $91,970
$134,090
2024
$826 (+12.8%)
$42,120 + $91,970
$134,090
2023
$733
$42,120 + $91,970
$134,090
2022
$733
$42,120 + $91,970
$134,090
2021
$733 (+26.8%)
$42,120 + $91,970
$134,090
2020
$578
$42,120 + $91,970
$134,090
2019
$578
$19,460 + $85,460
$104,920
2018
$578 (+27.6%)
$19,460 + $85,460
$104,920
2017
$453 (+0.2%)
$19,460 + $85,460
$104,920
2016
$452
$19,460 + $85,460
$104,920
2015
$452
$19,460 + $85,460
$104,920
2014
$452 (−0.2%)
$19,460 + $85,460
$104,920
2013
$453
$19,460 + $85,460
$104,920
Public record
Beds
1
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.58 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Finished Sq. Ft.
684
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
684
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Swain County
APN
666206276850
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 95° expected this year, 23 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bryson City, NC • 28713
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
63/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
6.9 hrs
3.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 10413 Lower Alarka Rd
$276,509
$18K under list price of $295K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $150K to $315K.
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