A quaint and charming mountain retreat awaits you! This house hosts a perfect blend of modern upgrades with 1950's nostalgia of easy living. Relax on the large screened-in covered front porch, or open side deck and enjoy the mountain view. Beautiful hardwood floors cover the entire main level giving rustic charm throughout the living space. A large utility shed sits right off to the side of the house and is wired with electricity, makes a great space for workshop or arts & crafts area. Easy year-round access with paved frontage and driveway, located in highly desirable Walker in the Hills community off US-23, just minutes to downtown Waynesville and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.45 acresLot Size
$344Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lynda Bennett• Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage
Listed by Kimberly Mayfield• Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage
Bought with Nedra Creason• WEICHERT, Realtors - Unlimited
Peaceful enchanting and charming! Modern kitchen and bath, rustic pine floors, and artistic decor compliment this 1950's cottage in Walker in the Hills. Expand your living space onto the 30 x 10 screened porch overlooking stone walls and blended mountain landscaping. A 16 x 12 utility building with wood stove makes the perfect place for your hobbies and crafts. For romantics and artists who want a special place that inspires them in every moment. Great year round home or seasonal home. A serene, picturesque and desirable community offering paved access, and just ten minutes form the Blue Ridge Parkway or downtown Waynesville. Thirty five to Asheville or Cherokee. Close to numerous hiking trails and nearby Winchester Club.
Public Records
Mar 9, 2009
Sold
$118,000
$167/sq ft
Public Records
May 3, 2004
Sold
$85,000
$121/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$987
$31,700 + $106,300
$138,000
2024
$987
$31,700 + $106,300
$138,000
2023
$987 (+2.1%)
$31,700 + $106,300
$138,000
2022
$966
$31,700 + $106,300
$138,000
2021
$966 (+12.6%)
$31,700 + $106,300
$138,000
2020
$858 (−0.6%)
$19,900 + $90,200
$110,100
2019
$863
$19,900 + $90,200
$110,100
2018
$863
$19,900 + $90,200
$110,100
2017
$863 (+9.8%)
$19,900 + $90,200
$110,100
2016
$786 (+15.8%)
$21,700 + $79,400
$101,100
2014
$679
$21,700 + $79,400
$101,100
Tax history for 1198 Walker Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$987
$31,700 + $106,300
$138,000
2024
$987
$31,700 + $106,300
$138,000
2023
$987 (+2.1%)
$31,700 + $106,300
$138,000
2022
$966
$31,700 + $106,300
$138,000
2021
$966 (+12.6%)
$31,700 + $106,300
$138,000
2020
$858 (−0.6%)
$19,900 + $90,200
$110,100
2019
$863
$19,900 + $90,200
$110,100
2018
$863
$19,900 + $90,200
$110,100
2017
$863 (+9.8%)
$19,900 + $90,200
$110,100
2016
$786 (+15.8%)
$21,700 + $79,400
$101,100
2014
$679
$21,700 + $79,400
$101,100
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.