For Sale $487,000
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
| List Price: | $487,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 1145 sqft |
| Parking: | Circular Driveway, Driveway |
| MLS Number: | CAR4394289 |
| Subdivision: | none |
| Style: | Cottage |
| Bathrooms: | 2 |
| Lot Description: | Cleared, Creek Front, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Level, Creek/Stream, Wooded |
| Year Built: | 1924 |
| Sewer Type: | Public Sewer |
| Elementary: | Unspecified |
| Middle: | Unspecified |
| High: | Unspecified |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 07-02-2026 | Listed | $487,000 | $426 |
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Junaluska Elementary | 2 miles | KG-05 | 9 |
| Bethel Elementary | 6 miles | KG-05 | 9 |
| Riverbend Elementary | 7 miles | KG-05 | 10 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 169 East Street, Waynesville NC | 0 mi | $487,000 | days | |
| 147 Preservation Way, Waynesville NC | 0.2 mi | $995,000 | days | |
| 65 Cora View Trail, Waynesville NC | 0.2 mi | $404,990 | days | |
| 102 Babb Street, Waynesville NC | 0.3 mi | $379,900 | days | |
| 30 Babb Street, Waynesville NC | 0.3 mi | $295,000 | days | |
| 131 Church Street, Waynesville NC | 0.3 mi | $550,000 | 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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169 East Street, Waynesville NC is a 1145 ft2 on a 0.230 acres lot. This is for $487,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and was built in 1924.
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