Discover your ideal mountain escape! This generous lot showcases sweeping, unobstructed year-round mountain vistas, with spectacular 360-degree views in winter. Tucked away at the end of a private road, it includes a large house pad, a 3-bedroom septic permit, and underground power; ready for your dream build! Located just minutes from the famed Nantahala Outdoor Center, you’re also within 10 minutes of scenic river launch sites and only 20 minutes from beautiful Fontana Lake. Situated in Long Branch Estates, the community borders the Nantahala National Forest and the 4,600-acre Needmore Preserve, offering direct access to the Little Tennessee River for fishing, kayaking, and hiking. With hands-on developers maintaining the roads and grounds, the neighborhood also features a pavilion with a full kitchen, restrooms, playground, entertainment stage, and a quaint stream-side water wheel. With light restrictions and exceptional upkeep throughout, this is the perfect place to create your mountain retreat.
Discover your ideal mountain escape! This generous lot showcases sweeping, unobstructed year-round mountain vistas, with spectacular 360-degree views in winter. Tucked away at the end of a private road, it includes a large house pad, a 3-bedroom septic permit, and underground power; ready for your dream build! Located just minutes from the famed Nantahala Outdoor Center, you're also within 10 minutes of scenic river launch sites and only 20 minutes from beautiful Fontana Lake. Situated in Long Branch Estates, the community borders the Nantahala National Forest and the 4,600-acre Needmore Preserve, offering direct access to the Little Tennessee River for fishing, kayaking, and hiking. With hands-on developers maintaining the roads and grounds, the neighborhood also features a pavilion with a full kitchen, restrooms, playground, entertainment stage, and a quaint stream-side water wheel. With light restrictions and exceptional upkeep throughout, this is the perfect place to create your mountain retreat.
CSAOR #26024642
May 19, 2022
Sold
$119,500
Mar 18, 2022
Listed
$124,500
+12
WOW! If you are looking for that knock your socks off view, here it is! Long range layered mountain view with 360 degree winter view! This easy access lot affords an end of the road privacy, large house pad, underground power and 3 bdrm septic permit. Long Branch Estates offers wide easy roads with multi-million dollar homes, a common area with pavilion and play ground and private estate size lots. Located only 15 minutes from town, yet you'll feel you are on top of the world! As you travel down Needmore road, you'll traverse along the Little TN river which offers loads of activities for the outdoor enthusiast! This area is also within the Mainspring land trust/conservancy which will keep this area pristine and safe from urban expansion.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$205
$50,000
2024
$205 (+13.9%)
$50,000
2022
$180 (−34.4%)
$50,000
2020
$274
$50,000
2019
$274
$76,220
2018
$274
$76,220
2017
$274 (+0.1%)
$76,220
2016
$274
$76,220
2015
$274
$76,220
2014
$274 (−0.1%)
$76,220
2013
$274
$76,220
Tax history for 111 Little Bear Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$205
$50,000
2024
$205 (+13.9%)
$50,000
2022
$180 (−34.4%)
$50,000
2020
$274
$50,000
2019
$274
$76,220
2018
$274
$76,220
2017
$274 (+0.1%)
$76,220
2016
$274
$76,220
2015
$274
$76,220
2014
$274 (−0.1%)
$76,220
2013
$274
$76,220
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
2.31 Acres
Year renovated
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Swain County
APN
654900687905
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Basement
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Apr 21, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Lot
Zoning Specification: R1
Land Information
Possible Use: Horses, Multi-Family, Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Open Lot, Private, Views
Lot Size Area: 2.3
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well Needed
Sewer: Septic Needed
Utilities: Underground Power Lines
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Deed,Livestock Restriction,Modular Not Allowed,Short Term Rental Allowed,Square Feet
HOA Information
Has HOA
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: Required
Association Fee: $700
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Annual Expense: 700.00
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From Bryson City head west on Hwy 74 for approx. 7 miles, turn left onto Needmore Rd. and follow for approximately 4 miles partially along the Little Tennessee River, turn right onto Long Branch Rd. Continue on Long Branch Rd into the community and up to Little Bear Rd. Lot is towards the top, look for signs.
Community Information
Community Features: Picnic Area, Playground
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Swain County
APN: 654900687905
Home facts updated by county records on Apr 20, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Is Auction: 0
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Around this home
Schools
Swain County West Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 5.9mi
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Swain County Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 9.3mi
4/10
Cherokee Extension High School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 9.5mi
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 95° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Bryson City, NC • 28713
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.