$285,000
About this home
PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Now Priced at $285,000 -- Your Dream Family Home Awaits! Welcome to this hidden gem in a welcoming neighborhood -- a spacious residence designed for growing families with all living areas conveniently on the main floor. Spacious Main-Floor Living The bright, well-designed layout features a welcoming living room that flows seamlessly into the dining area -- perfect for family gatherings, cozy evenings, and holiday celebrations. Generous Unfinished Basement - A True Blank Canvas This huge unfinished basement offers endless potential for a recreation room, home gym, additional bedrooms, hobby space, or extra storage. Paired with the attached two-car garage, it's ideal for a workshop without disrupting main living areas. Expansive Outdoor Oasis Enjoy summer barbecues, kids' playtime, gardening, or peaceful evenings under the stars in your private backyard retreat. Family-Friendly Location Set in a welcoming neighborhood near top-rated schools, parks, and community amenities -- perfect for families who want convenience and a strong sense of community. Lake Appalachia Recreation Just Minutes Away Water enthusiasts will love the quick access to public boat launch on Lake Appalachia -- ideal for kayaking, fishing, boating, and enjoying beautiful sunsets. Large Two-Story Barn - Major Added Value & Workshop Paradise This standout feature significantly boosts the property's appeal and long-term value. The impressive two-story barn provides massive versatility and endless possibilities: • Perfect for a full workshop or hobby space • Ample room for vehicle/equipment storage • Ideal for conversion into a guest suite, entertainment area, or event venue Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, need serious storage, or want extra income potential (think workshop rental or future guest house), this barn is a game-changer that sets this property apart from typical homes. Unbeatable Value Priced at only $124 per square foot, this home delivers exceptional value compared to new construction in the area (currently selling around $333 per square foot). You get charm, character, generous living space, lake access, and a large barn -- plus the freedom to customize it exactly to your family's needs. This is a rare opportunity to own a versatile family home with real potential and outstanding added-value features in today's market. Don't miss this price improvement! Schedule your private showing today and discover how this home -- and its incredible barn -- can become your family's perfect haven.
Property details
- MLS
- Hive MLS
- MLS #
- 98544581
- Property type
- Single Family Residence
- Subdivision
- None
- Status
- Active
- Days on market
- 211
- On market date
- March 20, 2026
- Stories
- N/A
- Total bathrooms
- 3
- Garage spaces
- 4
- Parking spaces
- 4
- Lot size
- 2.1 acres
Location
Get directions →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.
- Enrollment
- 112
- Student:teacher ratio
- 11.2:1
- District
- Cherokee County Schools
- 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).
Market position
How this listing compares to current activity in Murphy, from live MLS data.
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Data source: Listing information provided by Hive MLS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated August 19, 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.







