Looking for the perfect escape? This completely redone cabin tucked away in the mountains offers an opportunity to own a piece of Appalachian paradise. The cozy interior with lots of light and recently all updated including a custom bathroom will draw you in. Enjoy your morning coffee while sitting amongst the trees and soaking in nature, The outside with both covered and open levels of expansive decking surrounded by lush forest to enjoy all the natural beauty and quiet retreat you are seeking, with a seasonal mountain view as a bonus. Conveniently located close to downtown Murphy, restaurants and shopping and 5 minutes from the John C Campbell Folk School. High speed internet, and the ability to use as either a permanent home, second home or vacation rental make this perfectly maintained and tastefully updated refuge the chance you have been waiting for. List of updates, improvements and recent survey on file. New roof in 2020. Washer and dryer in lower level can be moved back to main floor.
Single-familyProperty Type
1994Year Built
0.98 acresLot Size
$424Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sharon Snyder• 1st Realty Group, Inc.
Listed by Kayleigh Stout• 1st Realty Group, Inc.
Bought with Ivan Walker• ReMax Town & Country - BR Downtown
Looking for the perfect escape? This completely redone cabin tucked away in the mountains offers an opportunity to own a piece of Appalachian paradise. The cozy interior with lots of light and recently all updated including a custom bathroom will draw you in. Enjoy your morning coffee while sitting amongst the trees and soaking in nature, The outside with both covered and open levels of expansive decking surrounded by lush forest to enjoy all the natural beauty and quiet retreat you are seeking, with a seasonal mountain view as a bonus. Conveniently located close to downtown Murphy, restaurants and shopping and 5 minutes from the John C Campbell Folk School. High speed internet, and the ability to use as either a permanent home, second home or vacation rental make this perfectly maintained and tastefully updated refuge the chance you have been waiting for. List of updates, improvements and recent survey on file. New roof in 2020.
Hive MLS #98534154
Nov 20, 2024
Sold
$221,000
$384/sq ft
Aug 1, 2024
Listed
$239,000
$415/sq ft
NEGBOR #302063
Jan 5, 2021
Sold
$124,000
$215/sq ft
Oct 30, 2020
Listed
$125,000
$217/sq ft
This 2 bedroom 1 bath with VIEW from deck and porch will make a great little mountain get away for you or compact efficient full-time living!. Enter from gravel parking area and land in your mudroom/laundry room. The kitchen has an updated look and has new appliances. The kitchen is open to the living/dining space and there are two sliders out to the covered porch. Enjoy the view from this covered porch. Roof NEW this year 2020.
Hive MLS #98509721
Dec 30, 2020
Sold
$124,000
$215/sq ft
Oct 30, 2020
Listed
$125,000
$217/sq ft
NEGBOR #244191
Nov 3, 2015
Sold
$46,000
$80/sq ft
Dec 16, 2014
Listed
$59,000
$102/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$662
$18,750 + $88,230
$106,980
2024
$662 (+1.5%)
$18,750 + $88,230
$106,980
2023
$652
$18,750 + $69,820
$88,570
2022
$652 (+17.6%)
$18,750 + $69,820
$88,570
2021
$554 (+58.4%)
$18,750 + $69,820
$88,570
2020
$350 (−5.0%)
$18,750 + $69,820
$88,570
2019
$368
$16,500 + $38,350
$54,850
2018
$368 (+1.9%)
$19,600 + $32,120
$51,720
2017
$362
$19,600 + $30,930
$50,530
2013
$362
$19,600 + $30,930
$50,530
Tax history for 245 Mountain Stream Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$662
$18,750 + $88,230
$106,980
2024
$662 (+1.5%)
$18,750 + $88,230
$106,980
2023
$652
$18,750 + $69,820
$88,570
2022
$652 (+17.6%)
$18,750 + $69,820
$88,570
2021
$554 (+58.4%)
$18,750 + $69,820
$88,570
2020
$350 (−5.0%)
$18,750 + $69,820
$88,570
2019
$368
$16,500 + $38,350
$54,850
2018
$368 (+1.9%)
$19,600 + $32,120
$51,720
2017
$362
$19,600 + $30,930
$50,530
2013
$362
$19,600 + $30,930
$50,530
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
68 ft.
Lot depth
434 ft.
Lot size
0.98 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
576
Year built
1994
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cherokee County
APN
551103018007000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 30, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel, No Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Fireplace(s), Baseboard, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 5
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Exterior Entry, Unfinished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Wire
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 576
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Other Structures: Outbuilding, Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Size : 0.98
Lot Size Area: 0.98
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.98
Zoning: Single Family
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Amenities: Water
Location Information
Directions: From Murphy, take 64 East to right on Harshaw, left at stop sign, continue on Harshaw approximately 2.1 miles to left on Mountain Stream Rd. Follow to 245 on left. No sign.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 576
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.98 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1994
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Cherokee County
APN: 551103018007000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®
Around this home
Schools
Murphy Elementary
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.9mi
8/10
Murphy Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.9mi
5/10
Murphy High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.0mi
7/10
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Murphy, NC • 28906
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In this area, properties receive around 9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$233,000 – $281,000
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