$155,000
About this home
Public Remarks: Discover the possibilities with this exceptional 26.4-acre wooded tract nestled in the scenic mountains of Smith Hollow in Murphy, North Carolina. Located within the city limits yet unrestricted, this rare property offers the perfect balance of privacy, convenience, and development potential. A gravel road is already in place, providing access through the property and leading to the upper elevations where breathtaking panoramic mountain views await. Whether you're dreaming of a secluded mountain retreat, a multi-generational family compound, a private estate, vacation cabins, or a rustic mountain lodge, this beautiful acreage provides an outstanding setting to bring your vision to life. Surrounded by mature hardwoods and abundant wildlife, you'll enjoy the peace and beauty of the North Carolina mountains while remaining just minutes from historic downtown Murphy, with its charming shops, local restaurants, breweries, and year-round community events. Nearby attractions include Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino, beautiful mountain lakes for boating and fishing, clear streams perfect for tubing, and endless opportunities for hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, and exploring the nearby Nantahala Outdoor Center. Conveniently located within approximately two hours of Atlanta, Asheville, and Chattanooga, this property is easily accessible for weekend getaways or full-time mountain living. With no restrictions and endless possibilities, this is a rare opportunity to own a sizeable tract in one of Western North Carolina's most desirable mountain destinations. Come experience the privacy, natural beauty, and spectacular mountain views that make this property truly one of a kind.
Property details
- MLS #
- 100591005
- Property type
- Wooded
- Subdivision
- None
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 44
- On market date
- September 8, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- N/A
- Garage spaces
- N/A
- Parking spaces
- N/A
- Lot size
- 26.4 acres
Location
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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 (e.g. NC Dept. of Public Instruction, SC Report Card).
- Enrollment
- 422
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.1:1
- District
- Cherokee County Schools
- Enrollment
- 306
- Student:teacher ratio
- 15.3:1
- District
- Cherokee County Schools
- Enrollment
- 442
- Student:teacher ratio
- 12.6:1
- 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). EPA National Walkability Index only -- nearby-amenity data not cached yet for this area.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated September 8, 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.