119 Old Salem Branch Drive, Alexander NC
- 2 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 502 ft2
- 1.7 ac
For Sale $395,000
Remarks:
Hand-Hewn Craftsmanship. River Views. A True Mountain Escape. Tucked away on 1.75 private acres overlooking the French Broad River, this hand-hewn log cabin offers a rare sense of place where craftsmanship, setting, and experience come together effortlessly. From the moment you arrive, there is a quiet magic to the property, inviting you to slow down and settle in. Mornings begin on the rocking chair front porch, coffee in hand, as the soft sound of the river carries through the trees. Evenings are spent beside the striking wood-burning stone fireplace, its scale and texture anchoring the home’s warm, inviting interior. Vaulted ceilings and natural wood finishes create an open yet intimate atmosphere, with light filtering in to highlight the character of every beam and detail. Designed for both relaxation and connection to the outdoors, the home offers multiple spaces to unwind, from the covered porch to the private deck with hot tub, where you can soak under the stars after a day of hiking, exploring, or simply enjoying the surrounding woods. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, the property presents a compelling opportunity for continued income generation, while equally suited as a personal getaway or full-time residence. Whether you’re drawn by the craftsmanship, the setting, or the lifestyle it affords, this is more than a cabin, it’s an experience of Western North Carolina at its most timeless. Please absolutely NO DRIVEBYS
Exterior Features:
Hot Tub
General Information:
| List Price: | $395,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 2 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 502 sqft |
| Parking: | Driveway |
| MLS Number: | CAR4372909 |
| Subdivision: | None |
| Style: | Cabin |
| Bathrooms: | 1 |
| Lot Description: | Rolling Slope, Wooded, Views |
| Year Built: | 1994 |
| Sewer Type: | Septic Installed |
Assigned Schools:
| Elementary: | Unspecified |
| Middle: | Unspecified |
| High: | Unspecified |
Lane Yates
704-232-7238
Broker In Charge
Price & Sales History
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 06-11-2026 | Price Decrease | $395,000-7.06% | $787 |
| 05-18-2026 | Listed | $425,000 | $847 |
| 10-23-2025 | Price Decrease | $1,450,000-1.69% | $2,889 |
| 08-17-2025 | Price Decrease | $1,475,000-1.67% | $2,939 |
| 06-26-2025 | Listed | $1,500,000 | $2,989 |
Nearby Schools
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Ira B Jones Elementary | 6 miles | PK-05 | 8 |
| Claxton Elementary | 7 miles | KG-05 | 6 |
| Isaac Dickson Elementary | 8 miles | PK-05 | 9 |
| Vance Elementary | 9 miles | KG-05 | 9 |
| Francine Delany New School for Children | 9 miles | KG-06 | 9 |
| Hall Fletcher Elementary | 9 miles | PK-05 | 2 |
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Properties For Sale Nearby
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 119 Old Salem Branch Drive, Alexander NC | 0 mi | $395,000 | days | |
| 9 Ginger Spice Trail, Weaverville NC | 0.6 mi | $790,000 | days | |
| 94 Spicewood Road, Weaverville NC | 0.7 mi | $719,000 | days | |
| 318 Monticello Road, Weaverville NC | 0.7 mi | $699,000 | days | |
| 40 Firefly Ridge Trail, Alexander NC | 1 mi | $635,000 | days | |
| 93 Hidden Falls Drive, Asheville NC | 1.1 mi | $1,100,000 | days |
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| Down Payment Amount | $990,000 |
| Mortgage Amount | $3,960,000 |
| Monthly Payment (Principal & Interest Only) | $19,480 |
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| Total Monthly Payment | $20,941 |
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Property Listing Information
A Courtesy Listing Provided By Carolina Mountain Sales
119 Old Salem Branch Drive, Alexander NC is a 502 ft2 on a 1.730 acres lot. This is for $395,000. This has 2 bedrooms, 1 baths, and was built in 1994.
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