Private paradise w/ studio! This gorgeous 2 BR/ 2 BA chalet is surrounded by 1 acre of hardwoods & has wood ceilings, wood & tile floors, C/H/A & stone FP w/ gas logs. Cozy office or den off main level BR, master bath is huge w/ double sinks, Jacuzzi tub & custom shower. Spacious laundry room w/ lots of shelving/storage. Studio w/ 1/2 BA will make any artist or craftsman drool!! Basement garage & workshop under studio offers so many possibilities. Enjoy your personal mtn views & cup of morning joe from 2 screened porches. .. one gazebo style w/ wood ceilings plus an open deck for grilling. 2 car attached garage w/ pull down attic storage. Paved subdivision road completes the deal!!
Private paradise w/ studio! This gorgeous 2 BR/ 2 BA chalet is surrounded by 1 acre of hardwoods & has wood ceilings, wood & tile floors, C/H/A & stone FP w/ gas logs. Cozy office or den off main level BR, master bath is huge w/ double sinks, Jacuzzi tub & custom shower. Spacious laundry room w/ lots of shelving/storage. Studio w/ 1/2 BA will make any artist or craftsman drool!! Basement garage & workshop under studio offers so many possibilities. Enjoy your personal mtn views & cup of morning joe from 2 screened porches. .. one gazebo style w/ wood ceilings plus an open deck for grilling. 2 car attached garage w/ pull down attic storage. Paved subdivision road completes the deal!!
Hive MLS #98529400
Mar 13, 2017
Sold
$233,500
$117/sq ft
Aug 13, 2016
Listed
$249,900
$125/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 19, 1999
Sold
$93,500
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,933
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2024
$1,933 (+0.5%)
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2023
$1,923
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2022
$1,923 (+19.2%)
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2021
$1,613 (+7.5%)
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2020
$1,501 (−8.8%)
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2019
$1,645 (+6.4%)
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2018
$1,546
$48,450 + $225,580
$274,030
2017
$1,546 (+9.4%)
$48,450 + $215,120
$263,570
2016
$1,413
$48,450 + $215,120
$263,570
2014
$1,413
$48,450 + $191,450
$239,900
2013
$1,414
$48,450 + $191,450
$239,900
Tax history for 262 Houston Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,933
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2024
$1,933 (+0.5%)
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2023
$1,923
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2022
$1,923 (+19.2%)
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2021
$1,613 (+7.5%)
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2020
$1,501 (−8.8%)
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2019
$1,645 (+6.4%)
$24,000 + $257,210
$281,210
2018
$1,546
$48,450 + $225,580
$274,030
2017
$1,546 (+9.4%)
$48,450 + $215,120
$263,570
2016
$1,413
$48,450 + $215,120
$263,570
2014
$1,413
$48,450 + $191,450
$239,900
2013
$1,414
$48,450 + $191,450
$239,900
*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
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
102 ft.
Lot depth
334 ft.
Lot size
1.69 Acres
Year renovated
1998
Sq. Ft.
1,994
Year built
1998
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cherokee County
APN
456100058524000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 21, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Attached Garage
Parking Features: Attached, Gravel, Garage
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Wet Bar, Other
Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 7
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partial, Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Screened
Fencing: None
Roof: Composition
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 2000
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Other Structures: Workshop
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 1
Lot Size Dimensions: 1.69 +/-
Lot Size Area: 1
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1
Zoning: Deed Restricted
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,413.64
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Murphy take Hwy 64 West for approx. 6 miles and take right onto Hwy 294. Make a right onto Sandy Gap Road and a right onto Houston Way. Stay on main road and house is on the right. Sign at driveway.
Subdivision Name: Sandy Gap Retreat
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,994
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 1998
County: Cherokee County
APN: 456100058524000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 21, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Ranger Elementary/Middle
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.6mi
5/10
Hiwassee Dam High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.5mi
6/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Murphy, NC • 28906
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$425,000 – $514,000
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