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large circular driveway
open layout
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front bedroom (1 of 3), can also be office
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main bathroom with original clawfoot tub/shower
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Primary w/ custom tile shower + upgraded toilet w/ bidet
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primary walk-in closet
laundry closet in primary
Large back deck
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back deck access to primary & kitchen
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Drone image showing downtown, main street Waynesville
Drone image showing proximity to Main Street
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$487,000

Waynesville, NC 28786
Listed by Ginny Mosteller · Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living area
1,145 sqft
Year built
1924

About this home

Discover 1924 charm meets modern comfort at 169 East Street. This fully remodeled 3-bedroom cottage in downtown Waynesville is situated just steps from the vibrant energy of historic Main Street. If you’ve been searching for true in-town convenience without the constraints of an HOA, this move-in-ready home delivers. Inside, the home seamlessly blends historic character with completely updated efficiency, boasting a brand-new 2026 HVAC system, all-new electrical, all-new plumbing, and all-new insulation. The custom kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring new high-end cabinetry, modern hardware, new appliances, and quartz countertops. Retreat to the primary ensuite, which features a custom tile shower and upgraded bidet, or relax in the main bathroom with its one-of-a-kind 1922 antique clawfoot tub—a detail that perfectly honors the home’s history. Outside, the 0.23-acre lot offers a rare peaceful setting with a cleared yard, mature trees, and creek frontage. Between the durable metal roof, LP Smart siding, and city utilities (water, sewer, and trash), this property offers a worry-free, turnkey lifestyle. Whether you are looking for a full-time residence or a mountain retreat with income-producing rental potential, this cottage is ready for its next chapter. Properties with this combination of location and charm rarely stay on the market—schedule your tour today

Property details

MLS #
CAR4394289
Property type
Single Family Residence
Subdivision
none
Status
Active
Days on market
21
On market date
June 17, 2026
Stories
N/A
Garage spaces
N/A
Lot size
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Hazelwood Elementary
1.81 mi away · Grades -1-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
3.3
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: C (2025)
Enrollment
464
Student:teacher ratio
13.3:1
District
Haywood County Schools
Middle
Waynesville Middle
0.76 mi away · Grades 6-8
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
2.6
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: D (2025)
Enrollment
767
Student:teacher ratio
14.5:1
District
Haywood County Schools
High
Haywood Early College
4.13 mi away · Grades 9-13
Zoned school (attendance boundary, 2015-16 data)
3.8
Local Score (state rating (2025) blended 70/30 with student-teacher ratio) -- not an official state rating
State rating: A (2025)
Enrollment
191
Student:teacher ratio
23.9:1
District
Haywood County Schools

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$97,400 down
$389,600 loan
Principal & interest$2,527
Property tax (est.)$406
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Canopy MLS (carolina) via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 9, 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.