$269,999

1500 Mountain Laurel Dr Whittier, NC 28789

Estimated payment $1,545/month

Total Views 23,636
2 Beds
1 Bath
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wooded Lot
  • Access To Lake
  • Hilly Lot
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom

About This Home

Welcome to this charming two-bedroom, one-bath mountain cabin situated in the desirable Ocona Lake Estates. Residents here enjoy the unique amenity of a private lake, ideal for activities such as fishing, kayaking, and swimming. The cabin features an open floor plan and a delightful covered porch, perfect for unwinding and appreciating the serene mountain atmosphere. Currently, this property functions as a vacation rental. Its location provides convenient access to a variety of popular attractions, including Harrah's Cherokee Casino, the charming town of Bryson City, and the picturesque Fontana Lake. Furthermore, Gatlinburg and Asheville are within a short driving distance for those wishing to explore the surrounding areas.

Listing Agent

Erika Smith

Exp Realty, LLC (Mls Only) Brokerage Phone: 8885849431 License #278731 Listed on: 05/15/2025

Exp Realty, LLC (Mls Only)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $709

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • 0.49 Acre Lot
  • Hilly Lot
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $55 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Log Cabin
  • Rustic Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Furnished
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Paved Parking
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Porch

Schools

  • East Swain Elementary School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Ocona Lake Estates Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 669402975607

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$709

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$55 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Cabin,Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.492
  • Road Frontage Type: Property Owners' Assoc
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: Ocona Lake Estates
  • Directions: From Hwy 74W, take exit 69 (Hyatt Creek Rd). Go 1.6 miles and turn right onto 19N toward Cherokee. After 1.2 miles, turn right onto Blue Mist Mountain Rd. After 0.3 miles, turn left onto Orchard Hill. Follow it to the stop sign and continue straight onto Riverside Dr. In 0.3 miles, veer right onto Mountain Laurel Rd. The home will be left in another 0.3 miles. Will need to Back in or sharp U turn.
  • Architectural Style: Log, Cabin
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1991
  • NAV27_rets_property_type: Residential
  • Attribution Contact: 8885849431
  • NAV27_AllowsVacationRentalYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Laminate, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Room, Primary on Main Level, Open Floorplan
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Hilly/Steep, Wooded
  • View: No
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Access
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Log, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Rustic Appearance
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: None-Carport, Paved Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cell Service Available
  • Water Source: Community
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: None
  • Telephone: Cell Service Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 660
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: East Swain

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 21431.52
  • Parcel #: 669402975607

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 708.66
  • Tax Book Number: 520

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $707 $106,420 $35,670 $70,750
2024 $707 $106,420 $35,670 $70,750
2023 $633 $106,420 $35,670 $70,750
2022 $633 $106,420 $35,670 $70,750
2021 $498 $106,420 $0 $0
2020 $413 $93,860 $27,430 $66,430
2019 $413 $93,860 $27,430 $66,430
2018 $413 $93,860 $27,430 $66,430
2017 $413 $93,860 $27,430 $66,430
2016 $263 $93,860 $27,430 $66,430
2015 -- $93,860 $27,430 $66,430
2014 -- $93,860 $27,430 $66,430
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/25/2025 07/25/25 Price Changed $269,999 -1.8% --
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Sale $275,000 +4.9% --
06/16/2023 06/16/23 Sold $262,170 +1.2% -- View Prior Sale
04/29/2023 04/29/23 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2023 04/18/23 For Sale $259,000 +57.0% --
08/02/2021 08/02/21 Sold $165,000 0.0% -- View Prior Sale
07/03/2021 07/03/21 Pending -- -- --
06/14/2021 06/14/21 For Sale $165,000 +57.1% --
03/21/2017 03/21/17 Sold $105,000 0.0% -- View Prior Sale
02/19/2017 02/19/17 Pending -- -- --
10/25/2016 10/25/16 For Sale $105,000 -- --
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $261,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $261,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $165,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $105,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $75,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $222,080 New Conventional
Closed $222,080 New Conventional
Previous Owner $71,250 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Erika Smith

Exp Realty, LLC (Mls Only)

(828) 813-1810

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Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26040924

APN: 6694-02-97-5607