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For sale
    • Price cut: $10K (7/31)
    $415,000

    5430 Ela Rd, Whittier, NC 28789

    4beds
    --sqft
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    $2,407/mo
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    Residential, Cabin
    Built in 1960
    0.38 Acres Lot
    $399,100 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Home comes furnishedNew roofNew wiringThree tastefully decorated apartments
    3- UNIT RIVERFRONT INCOME OPORTUNITY. APARTMENT UNITS ON THE RIVER. ONE 2 BEDROOM, TWO ONE BEDROOMS. ALL COMPLETELY FURNISHED AND MOVE IN READY. GREAT LOCATION! NESTLED ON THE BANKS OF THE OCONOLUFTEE RIVER THIS RENTAL PROPERTY WILL PAY FOR ITSELF! NEAR BRYSON CITY AND CHEROKEE. Owner completely renovated this property seven years ago. New roof, new wiring, new plumping, new insulated windows and doors. Basically, new everything. The cabin was formally a very lucrative Airbnb with income of 50,000 for nine months. It could be again., or can be long term rentals. Possibilities are endless. It could be a generational home, vacation rental, long term rental or your primary residence. There are three tastefully decorated apartments. A new mini- split was recently installed in unit three. Home is centrally located to all the area attractions people come here to enjoy. Five minutes to downtown Bryson City. This home definitely has a WOW FACTOR! Home comes furnished, and can be opened up as one space, or leave it as three individual living spaces.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Oleda Wells,

    Exp Realty, LLC (Mls Only)

    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26047200

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: First
      • Area: 121.78
      • Dimensions: 10.67 x 11.42
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: First
      • Area: 48
      • Dimensions: 8 x 6
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: First
      • Area: 116.42
      • Dimensions: 11 x 10.58
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: First
      • Area: 91.5
      • Dimensions: 10.17 x 9
      Heating
      • Heat Pump, Mini-Split
      Cooling
      • Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, None, Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Ceiling Fan(s), In-law Quarters, Kitchen/FR Combo, Living/Dining Room, Walk-In Closet(s), In-Law Floorplan
      • Flooring: Laminate
      • Windows: Windows-Insulated/Storm
      • Basement: Exterior Entry
      • Attic: None
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Living area range: 1601-1800 Square Feet
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: No Garage, None-Carport
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
      • Exterior features: None
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Waterfront features: River Front
      Lot
      • Size: 0.38 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 669402569366

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Contemporary,Cabin
      • Property subtype: Residential, Cabin
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Roof: Composition,Shingle
      Condition
      • Year built: 1960

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Shared Well
      • Utilities for property: Cell Service Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: None
      Location
      • Region: Whittier

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $114,420
      • Annual tax amount: $1,490
      • Date on market: 5/9/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan,FHA

        Estimated market value

        $399,100

        $379,000 - $419,000

        $2,364/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/31/2026Price change$415,000-2.4%
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047200 Report a problem
        7/28/2026Listed for sale$425,000
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047200 Report a problem
        7/19/2026Pending sale$425,000
        Source: eXp Realty #26047200 Report a problem
        7/19/2026Contingent$425,000
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047200 Report a problem
        5/9/2026Listed for sale$425,000-22.6%
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047200 Report a problem
        10/1/2025Listing removed$549,000
        Source: BHHS broker feed #4261259 Report a problem
        5/21/2025Price change$549,000-8.3%
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26037941 Report a problem
        2/3/2025Price change$599,000-4.5%
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26037941 Report a problem
        9/23/2024Listed for sale$627,000+795.7%
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26037941 Report a problem
        6/17/2015Sold$70,000-56%
        Source: NGBOR #241642 Report a problem
        7/15/2014Sold$159,000
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,110 +49%$114,420
        2024$745 +12.6%$114,420
        2023$662 +60.7%$114,420
        2022$412 -21.8%$114,420
        2021$527 +24.4%$114,420 +18.2%
        2020$423 $96,790
        2019-- $96,790
        2018-- $96,790
        2017-- $96,790
        2016-- $96,790
        2015-- $96,790
        2014-- $96,790
        2013-- $96,790 -14.4%
        2012-- $113,100
        2011-- $113,100
        2010-- $113,100
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