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For sale by owner
  • $649,000

    1158 Upper Bear Paw Rd, Murphy, NC 28906

    2beds
    1,200sqft
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    $3,761/mo
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    SingleFamily
    Built in 1978
    4.17 Acres Lot
    $328,300 Zestimate®
    $541/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Unobstructed mountain viewsRaised garden bedsGranite countertopsNew generac generatorRv hookupWood stoveSolid wood cabinets
    This is not just a cabin. This is a compound waiting to happen. Nestled on 4.17 unrestricted acres in the mountains of Murphy NC this fully updated mountain cabin offers something most properties in the area simply cannot — complete freedom to build, unobstructed mountain views, and ultimate privacy surrounded by a gated community. The land is completely unrestricted. No HOA. No restrictions. No asking permission. Build what you want when you want. The possibilities are endless: Convert the existing outbuilding into a charming tiny home for guests or rental income. Add additional structures on the multiple available building sites across the property. Create a multi generational family compound where everyone has their own space. Use the RV hookup for visiting family or as an additional income stream. Or simply hold the land and watch it appreciate as Murphy NC continues to grow. The views are unobstructed. Step outside and take in sweeping mountain views that stretch as far as the eye can see. Not just a peek from the kitchen window — this property is surrounded by the natural beauty of the North Carolina mountains. The cabin itself has been completely updated with exquisite woodwork throughout. The kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and solid wood cabinets. Stay warm all winter by the wood stove and never worry about power outages with the new Generac generator. Fiber optic internet means you can work from anywhere. Outside you will find a large front porch perfect for morning coffee, a covered deck for watching sunsets over the mountains, a fully fenced yard to keep children and pets safe, raised garden beds, two large outbuildings one with electricity, a partial basement with its own outside entrance, and an RV hookup. Privacy. Freedom to build. Unobstructed mountain views. All in one property. Properties like this do not come available often in Murphy NC. And they do not last long when they do. Property Highlights: ? 4.17 unrestricted acres — build what you want ? Unobstructed mountain views ? Surrounded by gated community — ultimate privacy ? Multiple building sites — family compound potential ? Outbuilding convertible to tiny home ? RV hookup — additional income potential ? Fully updated cabin with granite countertops and hardwood ? New Generac generator — never lose power ? Wood stove plus central heat pump ? Fiber optic internet — work from anywhere ? Fully fenced yard ? Raised garden beds ? Two large outbuildings — one with electricity ? Partial basement with private entrance For Sale By Owner — $649,000 Sale handled through attorney or title company.
    What the owner loves about this home
    What makes this property truly special is not just the cabin — it is the freedom the land gives you. 181,645 square feet of completely unrestricted mountain land surrounded by a gated community. You can build what you want without asking anyone permission. No HOA. No restrictions. The unobstructed mountain views are breathtaking — not just a peek from one window but sweeping views across the entire property. We love sitting on the front porch with morning coffee watching the mountains. We love the privacy. We love knowing that if family wants to build nearby there is room for everyone. The Generac generator gives us peace of mind during mountain storms. The fiber optic internet means we can work from anywhere. The wood stove keeps the cabin warm and cozy all winter. This property has everything you need to escape the world and build the life you actually want. Whether that is a private retreat, a family compound, or an investment property — the land makes it all possible. We hate to leave it. But we know the right family will love it just as much as we did.
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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Heating
      • Heat pump
      Cooling
      • Central
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Smoke Detector, Fiber Optic, Master on Main, Laundry on Main
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum / Vinyl
      • Basement: Partially finished
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 6
      • Parking features: Carport
      Features
      • Exterior features: Wood products
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain
      Lot
      • Size: 4.17 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 454300900035000

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      Materials
      • Foundation: Other
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1978

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Murphy

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $541/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $197,990
      • Date on market: 7/27/2026

        Estimated market value

        $328,300

        $299,000 - $358,000

        $1,605/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/27/2026Listed for sale$649,000+102.8%$541/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        6/5/2024Sold$320,000-5.9%$267/sqft
        Source: NGBOR #402694 Report a problem
        5/4/2024Pending sale$339,900$283/sqft
        Source: Mountain Lakes BOR #147877 Report a problem
        4/22/2024Price change$339,900-1.4%$283/sqft
        Source: Mountain Lakes BOR #147877 Report a problem
        4/15/2024Price change$344,900-1.4%$287/sqft
        Source: NGBOR #402694 Report a problem
        4/2/2024Listed for sale$349,900+48.9%$292/sqft
        Source: Mountain Lakes BOR #147877 Report a problem
        4/6/2021Sold$235,000+9.4%$196/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        2/22/2021Pending sale$214,900$179/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Mountain Properties #304346 Report a problem
        2/18/2021Listed for sale$214,900+152.8%$179/sqft
        Source: REMAX MOUNTAIN PROPERTIES #137149 Report a problem
        11/10/2018Sold$85,000-22.7%$71/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        7/11/2018Listed for sale$110,000$92/sqft
        Source: COLDWELL BANKER HIGH COUNTRY REALTY #129529 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $197,990 -4.7%
        2024$1,485 +0.7%$207,700
        2023$1,475 +6.6%$207,700 +7%
        2022$1,383 +89.2%$194,110 +81.5%
        2021$731 +16.7%$106,970 +10.5%
        2020$626 +14.4%$96,820 +17.1%
        2019$547 $82,700 +0.5%
        2018$547 $82,280
        2017-- $82,280
        2016-- $82,280
        2015$545 $82,280
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28906

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        • District: Cherokee County

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