Discover the charm of small-town mountain living in this beautifully updated historic home located in the heart of downtown Murphy. Combining timeless character with thoughtful modern updates, this spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and classic appeal. Inside, you'll find beautifully refinished original hardwood floors, updated light fixtures, remodeled bathrooms, and newer windows that preserve the home's historic charm while adding modern comfort. The spacious kitchen features granite countertops, extensive cabinetry, and a large center island, creating the perfect gathering space for entertaining family and friends. The inviting living and dining area offers plenty of room to relax and unwind, complete with a cozy gas log fireplace that creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere on cool mountain evenings. The main-level primary suite includes a private en-suite bathroom and large walk-in closet for added convenience. Just off the kitchen, a generous sunroom overlooking the private backyard provides additional living space filled with natural light and extra storage options. Outside, enjoy relaxing on the partially covered front porch surrounded by beautiful mature hardwoods, or take advantage of the large backyard and additional storage building/outbuilding. The home also includes an attached concrete carport with ample parking and is conveniently located within walking distance to downtown Murphy shops, restaurants, Konahete Park, and local favorites like The Sweet Tooth. Perfectly positioned near Harrah's Valley River Casino, whitewater rafting, Blairsville, GA, and Blue Ridge, GA, this property is ideal for those seeking a full-time residence, mountain-town retreat, or investment opportunity with character and convenience.
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$339,900
849 Valley River Ave, Murphy, NC 28906
4beds
2,673sqft
Residential
Built in 1950
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Natural lightCozy gas log fireplacePartially covered front porchUpdated light fixturesSpacious kitchenLarge center islandGranite countertops
- 42 days |
- 509 |
- 38 |
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Listed by:
Kelly Hopkins Team 833-687-6867,
REMAX Mountain Properties
Source: NGBOR,MLS#: 430994
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Laundry, Sunroom
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Oven, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wood
- Flooring: Wood, Tile, Vinyl
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Vented, Gas Log
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,673
- Total interior livable area: 2,673 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Carport, On Street, Driveway, Gravel
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Deck, Covered, Open
- Exterior features: Storage, Private Yard
- Frontage type: Road
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Topography: Level,Sloping
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Parcel number: 459207676697000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Permanent
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Internet, Fiber Optics, Internet (Starlink)
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Murphy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $127/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $138,810
- Date on market: 5/26/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $339,900$127/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Listing removed | $339,900$127/sqft |
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| 8/29/2025 | Price change | $339,900-2.9%$127/sqft |
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| 7/30/2025 | Price change | $349,900-6.7%$131/sqft |
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| 3/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $374,900-1.1%$140/sqft |
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| 10/9/2024 | Listing removed | $378,900-2.6%$142/sqft |
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| 8/9/2024 | Price change | $388,900-2.8%$145/sqft |
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| 6/17/2024 | Listed for sale | $399,900+135.2%$150/sqft |
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| 8/17/2023 | Sold | $170,000+309.6%$64/sqft |
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| 12/16/2014 | Sold | $41,500-54.6%$16/sqft |
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| 7/9/2014 | Sold | $91,407$34/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $138,810 -3.5% |
| 2024 | $962 | $143,790 |
| 2023 | -- | $143,790 |
| 2022 | $952 +19.9% | $143,790 |
| 2021 | $794 +7.8% | $143,790 |
| 2020 | $736 +6% | $143,790 +20.7% |
| 2019 | $695 | $119,170 |
| 2018 | $695 | $119,170 |
| 2017 | -- | $119,170 |
| 2016 | -- | $119,170 |
| 2015 | $695 +0.8% | $119,170 +0.8% |
| 2012 | $689 | $118,170 -27.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $163,150 |
| 2010 | -- | $163,150 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28906
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Murphy ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Murphy MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Murphy HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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- North Carolina
- Cherokee County
- Murphy
- 28906
- 849 Valley River Ave





