Partially furnished authentic log cabin w/ NEW roof, NEW split system & NEW rear screened porch on 1.07 UNRESTRICTED acres! Approximately 1200 square feet makes this a comfortable vacation cabin or a sweet full-time home. The interior is quaint w/ interesting features such as wood ceiling beams, a mix of stone, wood & drywall, rhododendron railing accents & a stone fireplace in the master. Kitchen w/ three large windows & an island w/ overhead pot-hanger opens to a dining area. Easy access off a state paved road to a circular gravel drive pulls you up to a setting of large pines. Lovely stone steps down to the cabin sets the tone of this lovely setting. Small storage shed & gentle lawn.
Oh so quaint! You will fall in love w/ this authentic log cabin built in the 1930's. 1 BR/1.5 BA w/ 2 bonus rooms. Living area off kitchen, dining area, all kitchen appliances plus stack W/ D. No restrictions on this 1.07 ac, private well, large pull through circular driveway, state paved rd frontage, metal roof & storage bldg.
Hive MLS #98506779
Oct 3, 2017
Sold
$55,000
$46/sq ft
Apr 11, 2017
Listed
$69,900
$58/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 12, 2003
Sold
$73,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$517 (−20.1%)
$9,710 + $75,110
$84,820
2023
$647
$9,710 + $75,110
$84,820
2022
$647 (+16.9%)
$9,710 + $75,230
$84,940
2021
$554 (+6.5%)
$9,710 + $75,230
$84,940
2020
$520 (+24.6%)
$9,710 + $75,230
$84,940
2019
$417
$9,710 + $75,230
$84,940
2018
$417 (+6.4%)
$16,130 + $43,840
$59,970
2017
$392
$16,130 + $43,840
$59,970
2016
$392
$16,130 + $43,840
$59,970
2014
$392
$16,130 + $39,420
$55,550
2013
$392
$16,130 + $39,420
$55,550
Tax history for 4475 Lower Bear Paw Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$517 (−20.1%)
$9,710 + $75,110
$84,820
2023
$647
$9,710 + $75,110
$84,820
2022
$647 (+16.9%)
$9,710 + $75,230
$84,940
2021
$554 (+6.5%)
$9,710 + $75,230
$84,940
2020
$520 (+24.6%)
$9,710 + $75,230
$84,940
2019
$417
$9,710 + $75,230
$84,940
2018
$417 (+6.4%)
$16,130 + $43,840
$59,970
2017
$392
$16,130 + $43,840
$59,970
2016
$392
$16,130 + $43,840
$59,970
2014
$392
$16,130 + $39,420
$55,550
2013
$392
$16,130 + $39,420
$55,550
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
173 ft.
Lot depth
284 ft.
Lot size
1.07 Acres
Year renovated
1984
Sq. Ft.
1,204
Year built
1959
Style
Vacant Land
County
Cherokee County
APN
454400418957000
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
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Other, Wall Furnace
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 6
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Basement Details: None, Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Screened
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1204
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Log, Wood Siding
Property Features
Other Structures: Storage, Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 1.07
Lot Size Dimensions: 1.07
Lot Size Area: 1.07
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.07
Zoning: None
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $417.42
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: Starting at the McDonalds in Murphy. Go 7.64 miles on Hwy 64 W (toward the TN line) Make a right onto Hwy 294. Travel 8.66 miles and make a right onto Hiwassee Dam Access Road, 2.23 miles make a right turn onto Lower Bear Paw Road. Home will be on the right.
Subdivision Name: N/A
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,204
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.07 acres
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1984
County: Cherokee County
APN: 454400418957000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 30, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®
Around this home
Schools
Hiwassee Dam Elementary/Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
7/10
Hiwassee Dam High
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
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
4/10 Fire Factor
0.93% 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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Murphy, NC • 28906
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.1 hours in
June and 4.2 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$171,000 – $207,000
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