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Escape to this charming & cozy 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath cottage located just 5 minutes to scenic downtown Waynesville. Inviting Family Room with vaulted ceilings, ideal for cozy gatherings or quiet evenings by the fire. The gas fireplace adds warmth and charm, creating perfect ambiance for mountain living. Galley kitchen updated in 2020. New bathroom fixtures and updated plumbing. Ceiling fans in every room. This wonderful cottage offers a peaceful lifestyle, surrounded by nature, whether you’re looking for a weekend getaway or a year-round retreat. Bring your pets to a fenced back yard and wonderful relaxing deck. Perfect start up home or investment opportunity. No restrictions on short term rentals.
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$260,000
72 Taylor Ave, Waynesville, NC 28786
2beds
1,407sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
0.31 Acres Lot
$252,500 Zestimate®
$185/sqft
$2,200 Estimated rent
Home value
$252,500
$217,000 - $295,000
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Gas fireplaceVaulted ceilingsRelaxing deckNew bathroom fixtures
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Listed by:
Bea Mattice beamattice.realestate@gmail.com,
Lantern Realty & Development
Bought with:
Sherri Middleton
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4217866
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Level: Upper
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bathroom half
- Level: Upper
Family room
- Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Loft
- Level: Upper
Loft
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Ductless, Space Heater
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Oven, Refrigerator with Ice Maker
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Inside, Main Level
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas Log, Propane
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,407
- Total interior livable area: 1,407 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,407
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Two or More Access Exits
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Glass Enclosed
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Winter
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.31 Acres
- Features: Cleared, Corner Lot, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 8615681373
- Zoning: RES
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: A-Frame,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Waynesville
- Elevation: 2500 Feet
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $185/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $166,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,075
- Date on market: 2/1/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/10/2025 | Sold | $260,000-34.2%$185/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4217866 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2025 | Pending sale | $395,000$281/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4217866 Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $395,000+117%$281/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4217866 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2020 | Sold | $182,000-1.4%$129/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3593172 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2020 | Listed for sale | $184,500$131/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks Waynesville #3593172 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2020 | Pending sale | $184,500$131/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks Waynesville #3593172 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2020 | Listed for sale | $184,500$131/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks Waynesville #3593172 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2020 | Pending sale | $184,500$131/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks Waynesville #3593172 Report a problem | ||
| 2/17/2020 | Listed for sale | $184,500+49.4%$131/sqft |
Source: Beverly Hanks & Associates #26014892 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2011 | Listing removed | $123,500$88/sqft |
Source: Beverly-Hanks & Associates #477460 Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2011 | Price change | $123,500-14.8%$88/sqft |
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| 4/21/2011 | Price change | $144,900+17.3%$103/sqft |
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| 4/8/2011 | Price change | $123,500-14.8%$88/sqft |
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| 12/3/2010 | Listed for sale | $144,900-15.8%$103/sqft |
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| 1/12/2009 | Listing removed | $172,000$122/sqft |
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| 10/15/2008 | Listed for sale | $172,000$122/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,075 | $166,500 |
| 2024 | $1,075 | $166,500 |
| 2023 | $1,075 +2.4% | $166,500 |
| 2022 | $1,050 | $166,500 |
| 2021 | $1,050 | $166,500 |
| 2020 | -- | -- |
| 2019 | $692 | $90,200 |
| 2018 | $692 | $90,200 |
| 2017 | $692 -6% | $90,200 -10.7% |
| 2016 | $736 | $101,000 |
| 2015 | $736 +15.2% | $101,000 |
| 2014 | $639 +6.4% | $101,000 -2.2% |
| 2010 | $601 +3.9% | $103,220 |
| 2008 | $578 | $103,220 |
| 2007 | -- | $103,220 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28786
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Junaluska ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 4/10Waynesville MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Tuscola HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Junaluska
- Middle: Waynesville
- High: Tuscola
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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