If you've been searching for usable acreage with privacy in the Appalachian Mountains, this 12+ acre wooded property in Cherokee County, Murphy, NC, checks the boxes buyers rarely find. The land is mostly gentle and easy to walk, with side-by-side trails already cut, allowing you to explore nearly the entire property with ease. With light restrictions, multiple potential building sites, and electric access at the road, this acreage offers flexibility for a custom home, mountain retreat, recreational property, or long-term investment. One of the lots includes a rustic structure with a covered porch, ideal as a weekend basecamp while you plan future improvements. Fully wooded and naturally private, this property delivers the seclusion buyers want without the steep terrain often found in mountain land. A rare opportunity to own buildable, walkable acreage in Western North Carolina-ready for your vision.
Vacant landProperty Type
12 acresLot Size
$13,333Price/Acres
Listed by Jessica Holloway• Coldwell Banker High Country
If you've been searching for usable acreage with privacy in the Appalachian Mountains, this 12+ acre wooded property in Cherokee County, Murphy, NC, checks the boxes buyers rarely find. The land is mostly gentle and easy to walk, with side-by-side trails already cut, allowing you to explore nearly the entire property with ease. With light restrictions, multiple potential building sites, and electric access at the road, this acreage offers flexibility for a custom home, mountain retreat, recreational property, or long-term investment. One of the lots includes a rustic structure with a covered porch, ideal as a weekend basecamp while you plan future improvements. Fully wooded and naturally private, this property delivers the seclusion buyers want without the steep terrain often found in mountain land. A rare opportunity to own buildable, walkable acreage in Western North Carolina—ready for your vision.
GAMLS #10658586
Mar 16, 2026
Sold
$160,000
Jan 7, 2026
Pending
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Dec 11, 2025
Listed
$167,000
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
321 ft.
Lot depth
157 ft.
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Year renovated
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Cherokee County
APN
456003317678000
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Basement
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Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Total Number Of Slips: 0
Interior
Interior Features
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Exterior
Property Information
Current Use: Subdivision
Possible Use: Residential
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Residential Lot
Other Structures: Other
Deed Book: MULTI
Deed Page: MULTI
Section: NC
Land Information
Vegetation: Wooded
Land Lot: NC
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 12
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Square Feet: 522720
Lot Size Acres: 12
Lot Size Source: Public Records
Lot Features: Level, Sloped
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Building Information
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 456003317678000
Tax Annual Amount: 348.73
Tax Year: 2025
Financial Information
Buyer Financing: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: None
Sewer: None, Other
Utilities: Other
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Number Of Lots: 4
HOA Information
No
Association Fee: 0
School Information
Elementary School: Other
Middle Or Junior School: Other
High School: Other
Location Information
Unparsed Address: 4 LOTS Old Johnson Road, Murphy NC 28906
City: Murphy
County Or Parish: Cherokee
State Or Province: NC
PostalCode: 28906
Country: US
District: NC
Subdivision Name: Dogwood Thicket
Coordinates: -84.134737,35.022618
Directions: From Murphy travel HWY64 West to LEFT onto Dickey RD at Peddlers Village. LEFT onto Old Johnson Rd. Follow to property just past the home at 339. Two access points, No turnaround at first access and have to walk around gate. Easiest to park at access next to 413.
Community Information
Community Features: None
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
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Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Cherokee County
APN: 456003317678000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Other
Miscellaneous Information
Photos Count: 36
Listing Information
Attribution Contact Phone: 8288358500
Listing Terms: Cash
Special Listing Conditions: Covenants/Restrictions, Will Consider Subdividing
List Price: 167000
Search Price: 160000
Close Price: 160000
Listing Id: 10658586
Original List Price: 167000
Listing Date Information
On Market Date: 2025-12-11
Close Date: 2026-03-16
Listing Contract Date: 2025-12-11
Purchase Contract Date: 2026-01-07
Off Market Date: 2026-01-07
Around this home
Schools
Ranger Elementary/Middle
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 2.7mi
5/10
Hiwassee Dam High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 7.6mi
6/10
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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
7 days above 100° expected this year, 19 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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Estimated sale price
$129,000 – $156,000
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