Swain County, Bryson City, NC. Just back on the market with a Trout buffer variance and septic approved. Beautiful bold rushing creek frontage with numerous possibilities. Private Well. Finish out the cabin and make this your home on the creek. Cast a hook and fish for trout! Home was started in 1921 and upgraded somewhat in 1998. Easy access off state road. Near Nantahala Gorge, Bryson City and Fontana Lake. Call for more info.
Swain County, Bryson City, NC. Just back on the market with a Trout buffer variance and septic approved. Beautiful bold rushing creek frontage with numerous possibilities. Private Well. Finish out the cabin and make this your home on the creek. Cast a hook and fish for trout! Home was started in 1921 and upgraded somewhat in 1998. Easy access off state road. Near Nantahala Gorge, Bryson City and Fontana Lake. Call for more info.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3691365
Jan 15, 2021
Sold
$38,000
$37/sq ft
Dec 14, 2020
Listed
$44,900
$43/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 2020
Sold
$8,500
$8/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3425090
Aug 16, 2018
Listed
$49,900
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2019
$110
$30,440
2018
$110
$30,440
2017
$110 (+0.5%)
$30,440
2016
$109
$30,440
2015
$109
$30,440
2014
$109 (−0.5%)
$30,440
2013
$110
$30,440
Tax history for 0 Lower Alarka Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2019
$110
$30,440
2018
$110
$30,440
2017
$110 (+0.5%)
$30,440
2016
$109
$30,440
2015
$109
$30,440
2014
$109 (−0.5%)
$30,440
2013
$110
$30,440
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Swain County
APN
665202763976
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: None
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 0
# of Bedrooms: Main: 0
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: None
Fireplace Information
Fireplace Features: Other - See Remarks
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Other - See Remarks
Interior Features
Room Count: 4
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Log
Roof: Composition
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Water Body Name: Creek
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Zoning: R-1
Zoning Specification: R1
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level, Creek/Stream, Waterfront, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 0.47
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.47
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Other - See Remarks
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: No Restrictions
Restrictions Description: None
HOA Information
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Swain
Middle Or Junior High School: Swain
High School: Swain
Location Information
Directions: Hwy 74 to the Alarka Exit. Turn Right and then immediately Left on Lower Alarka Rd. Property is located about 1/4-1/2 mile on Left. See sign.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 2 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Swain County
APN: 665202763976
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Exception YN: 0
Green Information
Green Verification Count: 1
Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1039
Living Area: 1039
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,039
Sq. Ft. Upper: 445
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 594
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Building Area Total: 1039
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: Two
Team Information
List Office AOR: CAROLINA SMOKIES ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS INC
Around this home
Schools
Swain County West Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Swain County Middle School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
4/10
Cherokee Extension High School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 95° expected this year, 22 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.