For Sale $408,000
Picturesque location, now offering a $10,000 seller credit at closing for your custom updates. This charming cottage, nestled in the heart of the historic Lake Junaluska district in Western North Carolina, offers the quintessential mountain retreat just steps from the water’s edge. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental, the property perfectly balances serene living with high investment potential. Residents and guests enjoy lake access, low HOA fees, and premier community amenities, including a scenic walking trail, outdoor pool, tennis courts, and a playground—all located just 45 minutes from Asheville Regional Airport. The interior features three spacious bedrooms, each thoughtfully designed with its own private ensuite bathroom to ensure maximum privacy and comfort. The sun-drenched, open-concept main floor boasts a dramatic two-story living room with soaring ceilings and a rustic wood-burning fireplace—the ideal sanctuary after a day of local hiking, biking, or paddling. For winter enthusiasts, Cataloochee Ski Area is less than 30 minutes away. Whether you are looking for a peaceful personal sanctuary or a turnkey investment, this rare gem captures the best of Western North Carolina. Contact us today to schedule your private showing; appointments are available between guest reservations.
| List Price: | $408,000 |
| Status: | For Sale |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Approx Sq. Ft.: | 909 sqft |
| Parking: | Parking Space(s) |
| MLS Number: | CAR4307011 |
| Subdivision: | Lake Junaluska Assembly |
| Bathrooms: | 3 |
| Lot Description: | Sloped |
| Year Built: | 1974 |
| Sewer Type: | Public Sewer |
| Elementary: | Junaluska |
| Middle: | Waynesville |
| High: | Tuscola |
| Date | Event | Price | $/SQFT |
| 01-29-2026 | Price Decrease | $408,000-0.24% | $449 |
| 11-22-2025 | Price Decrease | $409,000-2.39% | $450 |
| 10-30-2025 | Listed | $419,000 | $461 |
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| School Name | Distance | Grades | Rating |
| Junaluska Elementary | 2 miles | KG-05 | 9 |
| Riverbend Elementary | 4 miles | KG-05 | 10 |
| Bethel Elementary | 6 miles | KG-05 | 9 |
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| Street Address | Distance | Status | List Price | Days on Market |
| 486 Oxford Road, Lake Junaluska NC | 0 mi | $408,000 | days | |
| 77 Whitfield Way, Lake Junaluska NC | 0.1 mi | $310,000 | days | |
| 185 JB Ivey Lane, Lake Junaluska NC | 0.2 mi | $600,000 | days | |
| 37 Hart Lane, Lake Junaluska NC | 0.2 mi | $435,000 | days | |
| 139 Kammerer Drive, Waynesville NC | 0.2 mi | $534,900 | days | |
| 37 Whitfield Way, Lake Junaluska NC | 0.2 mi | $299,000 | days |
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| Street Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Property Details |
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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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A Courtesy Listing Provided By LPT Realty, LLC
486 Oxford Road, Lake Junaluska NC is a 909 ft2 on a 0.080 acres lot. This is for $408,000. This has 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, and was built in 1974.
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