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  • $1,425,000

    167 Wild Orchid Trail, Bryson City, NC 28713

    3beds
    3,270sqft
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    $7,853/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2003
    1.33 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $436/sqft
    $150/mo HOA

    What's special

    Perched in the sought-after community of Fontana Lake Estates in Bryson City, this beautifully updated lake-view home blends mountain charm with modern comfort. Designed to capture sweeping views of Fontana Lake and the surrounding Smoky Mountains, the property offers both serenity and convenience in one exceptional package. Extensively upgraded, the home features a new 25-year roof on both the house and garage, complete with a 10-year transferable labor warranty. Inside, you'll find fresh interior paint throughout, enhanced by new LED lighting, luxury vinyl flooring on the lower level, and a stunning rhododendron railing that adds authentic mountain character to the living room. The kitchen has been thoughtfully modernized with a new granite countertop, updated sink with Moen faucet, and a new KitchenAid dishwasher. Relaxation comes easy with a new Fyre gas log set, a four-seat Master Spa hot tub, and Trex decking on both levels—perfect for enjoying the incredible lake views year-round. Comfort and efficiency are top priorities with a new 100,000 BTU Trane two-speed furnace paired with a Wi-Fi-enabled thermostat, as well as a new pressure tank and switch for the water system. Accessibility is enhanced by a newly installed two-passenger Stultz elevator. Additional highlights include a fully insulated and drywalled garage, a heated and finished bonus room above, a custom bar with bar back hutch in the lower level, a motorized skylight shade in the guest bath, and a transferable Starlink internet system for reliable connectivity. This turnkey mountain retreat offers the perfect blend of luxury, practicality, and breathtaking natural beauty—ready for you to enjoy from day one.
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    Listed by:

    Christina Lohmann 828-788-8473,

    Keller Williams - Great Smokies

    Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 98544196MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3
      Bedroom 1
      • Description: Dimensions: 15.8 X 16
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 2
      • Description: Dimensions: 12 X 14.7
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom 3
      • Description: Dimensions: 9.10 X 16
      • Level: Upper
      Heating
      • Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Dryer, Dishwasher
      • Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Walk-in Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Pantry, Basement, Walk-In Closet(s), Other
      • Flooring: LVT/LVP, Wood, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
      • Doors: Storm Door(s)
      • Basement: Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
      • Attic: None
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Furnished: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,270
      • Total interior livable area: 3,270 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Detached, Gravel, Garage
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Exterior features: Storm Doors
      • Fencing: None
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Lake
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Lake
      • Frontage type: River
      Lot
      • Size: 1.33 Acres
      • Features: Lake Privileges
      Details
      • Parcel number: 664202760537
      • Zoning: None

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Fiber Cement
      • Foundation: Other
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Year built: 2003

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Fontana Lake Estates
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Gated, Maintenance Roads
      • HOA fee: $1,800 annually
      Location
      • Region: Bryson City

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $436/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $766,650
      • Annual tax amount: $3,258
      • Date on market: 5/13/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 105 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Lease term: Short Term Lease

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/13/2026Listed for sale$1,425,000+35.7%$436/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047236 Report a problem
        7/8/2024Sold$1,050,000-16%$321/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26036355 Report a problem
        6/7/2024Contingent$1,250,000$382/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26036355 Report a problem
        4/12/2024Listed for sale$1,250,000$382/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26036355 Report a problem
        3/1/2024Listing removed$1,250,000$382/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26034986 Report a problem
        11/28/2023Price change$1,250,000-7.4%$382/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26034986 Report a problem
        10/18/2023Listed for sale$1,350,000$413/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26034986 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,258 $766,650
        2024$3,258 +13.3%$766,650
        2023$2,875 +4.2%$766,650
        2022$2,760 -4%$766,650
        2021$2,875 +39.3%$766,650 +38.8%
        2020$2,064 $552,440
        2019-- $552,440
        2018-- $552,440
        2017-- $552,440
        2016-- $552,440
        2015-- $552,440
        2014-- $552,440
        2013-- $552,440 -1.1%
        2012-- $558,700
        2011-- $558,700
        2010-- $558,700
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        Neighborhood: 28713

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