Rustic Mountain Retreat on 1.79 Unrestricted Acres
Escape to the mountains and enjoy the simple charm of this rustic cabin nestled on 1.79 unrestricted acres in the heart of Western North Carolina. Surrounded by a blend of mature trees, open grassy areas, and several fruit trees, this property offers the privacy and freedom that mountain buyers are searching for.
Inside, you'll find approximately 1,300 +/- square feet of comfortable living space featuring warm wood interiors, vaulted wood ceilings, an open-concept living area, and a classic wood-burning stove that creates the perfect mountain-lodge atmosphere. The spacious kitchen provides abundant cabinetry and workspace, while two cozy bedrooms and a full bath make this an ideal full-time residence, vacation getaway, or investment property.
The level-to-gently rolling acreage provides plenty of room for gardening, outdoor entertainment, and the space for additional man cave or she shed structures, or simply enjoying the extremely peaceful surroundings. A large accessory storage building adds valuable utility for equipment, recreational gear, or workshop space.
New hvac mini split system and the metal roof was replaced in 2019. The home is and looks and feels nice and clean. This home is ready for rest and relaxation. The unrestricted setting allows flexibility rarely found in today's market. Located just minutes from the Tennessee state line, this property offers convenient access to Murphy, Blue Ridge, McCaysville, Copperhill and the Ocoee River Scenic area making it easy access to rafting, hiking, fishing, and countless mountain attractions.
Whether you're looking for a mountain retreat, vacation rental opportunity, hunting / fishing basecamp, or affordable full-time home, this property delivers the privacy, character, and freedom that make Western North Carolina living so desirable.
For sale
$199,800
86 Alpaca Lane, Murphy, NC 28906
2beds
1,300sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2001
1.79 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$154/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 27 days |
- 2,632 |
- 178 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Old Town Team,
Old Town Brokers
Source: Hive MLS,MLS#: 100578802
Originating MLS: Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room, Bathroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Other
Bedroom 1
- Dimensions: 10.84 x 19.06
Bedroom 2
- Dimensions: 9.26 x 13.88
Bathroom 1
- Dimensions: 11.02 x 6.86
Bathroom 2
- Dimensions: 5.6 x 4.1
Kitchen
- Dimensions: 10.5 x 18.64
Living room
- Dimensions: 21.21 x 15.24
Other
- Description: hallway area to bdrooms
- Dimensions: 9.94 x 4.66
Heating
- Other, Electric, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen, Wood Burning Stove
- Flooring: Wood, Other
- Basement: None
- Attic: No Access,None
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,300
- Total interior livable area: 1,300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Aggregate, Unpaved, No Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Entrance
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Porch, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Outdoor Grill
- Fencing: Partial,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: See Remarks
- Frontage type: See Remarks
Lot
- Size: 1.79 Acres
- Dimensions: 1.79
- Features: Open Lot, Farm, Wooded, Cleared, Gentle Sloping, Rural
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: 440900899369000
- Zoning: None
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, Wood Siding, Wood Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2001
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well, Well
- Utilities for property: See Remarks
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Murphy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $154/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $87,880
- Annual tax amount: $700
- Date on market: 6/3/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 27 days
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,800+129.7%$154/sqft |
Source:  Hive MLS #100578802 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2021 | Sold | $87,000-2.2%$67/sqft |
Source: Hive MLS #98531711 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2021 | Listed for sale | $89,000$68/sqft |
Source: OLD TOWN BROKERS #134739 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2020 | Contingent | $89,000$68/sqft |
Source:  Mountain Lakes BOR #134739 Report a problem | ||
| 12/31/2020 | Pending sale | $89,000$68/sqft |
Source: OLD TOWN BROKERS #134739 Report a problem | ||
| 12/16/2020 | Listed for sale | $89,000$68/sqft |
Source: OLD TOWN BROKERS #134739 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2020 | Listing removed | $89,000$68/sqft |
Source: OLD TOWN BROKERS #134739 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2020 | Pending sale | $89,000$68/sqft |
Source: OLD TOWN BROKERS #134739 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2020 | Listed for sale | $89,000+217.9%$68/sqft |
Source: OLD TOWN BROKERS #134739 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2010 | Sold | $28,000-71.3%$22/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #47130 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2010 | Sold | $97,500$75/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $87,880 |
| 2024 | -- | $87,880 |
| 2023 | $642 | $87,880 |
| 2022 | -- | $87,880 +3.4% |
| 2021 | $530 +6.9% | $84,960 |
| 2020 | $496 | $84,960 +26.4% |
| 2019 | -- | $67,230 |
| 2018 | -- | $67,230 |
| 2017 | $451 | $67,230 |
| 2016 | $451 | $67,230 |
| 2015 | $451 | $67,230 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28906
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Ranger Elementary/MiddleGrades: PK-5Distance: 7.6 mi
- 7/10Hiwassee Dam Elementary/MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 8.5 mi
- 6/10Hiwassee Dam HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ranger
- Middle: Murphy Middle
- High: Murphy High School
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- North Carolina
- Cherokee County
- Murphy
- 28906
- 86 Alpaca Lane
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