Single Family Residence at 280 Fox Trot Lane, Murphy, NC 28906
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$344,900

280 Fox Trot Lane, Murphy, NC 28906
Murphy, NC 28906
Listed by Spies Team · Carolina Mountain Homes
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,064 sqft
Year built
2006

About this home

If you've been searching for that hard-to-find mountain cabin that feels just right the moment you pull into the driveway, this may be the one. Nestled among towering hardwoods and surrounded by beautifully maintained landscaping, this immaculate one-level cabin offers the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and easy living. A paved road leads all the way to the property, where a circular driveway welcomes you home. The grounds are absolutely pristine, with manicured plantings, lush greenery, and a setting that feels peaceful and established without being difficult to maintain. Step onto the full-length covered front porch and you'll immediately appreciate the inviting outdoor living space. Inside, the home opens into a spacious great room featuring soaring wood ceilings, warm wood finishes, abundant natural light, and a beautiful stone fireplace that anchors the living area. The open-concept design creates an easy flow between the living room, dining area, and kitchen, making the home feel both comfortable and surprisingly spacious. The kitchen offers generous cabinetry, ample workspace, and great connection to the main living areas, making it ideal for everyday living or entertaining family and friends. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a private primary suite complete with its own bath and a wonderful enclosed porch/sunroom overlooking the wooded surroundings--a perfect spot for morning coffee, reading, or simply enjoying the sights and sounds of nature year-round. Additional outdoor living space includes an open side deck, giving you multiple places to relax and enjoy the peaceful mountain setting. Lovingly maintained inside and out, this property showcases true pride of ownership at every turn. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, mountain getaway, or retirement retreat, you'll appreciate the combination of privacy, easy access, one-level living, and a location that puts you close to everything while still feeling tucked away in the woods. Beautifully landscaped. Immaculately maintained. Easy to reach. Ready to enjoy. This is mountain living the way it was meant to be.

Highlights

Fireplace

Property details

MLS
Hive MLS
MLS #
100579173
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
Fox Trot
Status
Active
Days on market
135
On market date
June 4, 2026
Stories
N/A
Total bathrooms
2
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
N/A
Lot size
0.7 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles. School directory data from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), accessed via the Urban Institute Education Data API. Local Score is calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate; where a state rating is shown, it comes from that state's own official school report card.

Elementary
Ranger Elementary/Middle
1.51 mi away · Grades -1-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
256
Student:teacher ratio
11.6:1
District
Cherokee County Schools
Middle
Murphy Middle
9.72 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.0
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
306
Student:teacher ratio
15.3:1
District
Cherokee County Schools
High
Hiwassee Dam High
6 mi away · Grades 9-12
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
4.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: B (2025)
Enrollment
148
Student:teacher ratio
10.6:1
District
Cherokee County Schools

Walkability

Blended score for Murphy's center, calculated by INNOVATE Real Estate from two sources: the EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) and Google Places amenity data (what's actually reachable on foot from this point). 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

14
Very car-dependent
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
4.5 / 20 -- Least walkable
Google Places amenity density
0 / 100
Restaurants & cafes0
Grocery stores0
Parks0
Schools0
Transit stops0
Pharmacies0

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in Murphy, from live MLS data.

On the market 135 days -- 45 fewer days than Murphy's current average of 180 days.
For reference, the median list price across 584 active listings in Murphy right now is $247,200.

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Est. monthly payment
$2,227/mo
$68,980 down
$275,920 loan
Principal & interest$1,790
Property tax (est.)$287
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 23, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.