$356,250
SOLD JAN 12, 2026

280 Bear Cove Rd Bryson City, NC 28713

3 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
16,988 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

11% Below List Price

71 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Garage Apartment
  • Wood Flooring
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Custom Home
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of January 2026

Versatile Mountain Home – Perfect for Families, Investors, or STR Opportunities! This spacious 3BR/2BA home offers endless potential in a peaceful, wooded setting just minutes from town. With a solid metal roof, 2-car garage, and full walk-out basement, this property is ideal as a family home, rental investment, or vacation getaway. Inside features charming wood paneling, hardwood and tile flooring, and an open kitchen with breakfast bar. The basement with private entrance would be perfect to add some additional revenue if finished! Large lot, mature trees, and great curb appeal — all in a quiet, accessible location. Whether you want to move in, rent it out, or renovate for resale, this property checks all the boxes.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ross Ensley

Yellow Rose Real Estate LLC Brokerage Phone: 8284882797 License #313723 Listed on: 05/14/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Ross Ensley

Yellow Rose Real Estate LLC Brokerage Phone: 8284882797 License #313723 Listed on: 05/14/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $235

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 0.39 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Apartment
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Metal Roof
  • HardiePlank Type

Interior Spaces

  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Living Area on First Floor

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Stubbed For A Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System
  • Water Filtration System
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 666208886038

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$235

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0.39 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.39
  • Road Frontage Type: None
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Directions: Alarka to Bear cove. House is on the right
  • Architectural Style: Custom
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1962
  • NAV27_rets_property_type: Residential
  • NAV27_AllowsVacationRentalYN: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Water Filter System, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Full, Exterior Entry, Bath/Stubbed
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Main Level Living, Primary on Main Level
  • Window Features: Windows-Insulated/Storm
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level Yard, Unrestricted
  • View: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: HardiPlank Type
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage-Double Attached, Paved Driveway, Garage Apartment

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cell Service Available
  • Water Source: Well
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: None
  • Telephone: Cell Service Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16988.4
  • Parcel #: 666208886038

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 234.62
  • Tax Book Number: 530

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2025
Closed on
Jan 12, 2026
Sold by
Brown Robert and Tavish Lambert
Bought by
Reed Dorian Keely and Reed Dorian K
Seller's Agent
Ross Ensley
Yellow Rose Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Ross Ensley
Yellow Rose Real Estate LLC
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$356,250
Premium/Discount to List
-$43,650
-10.92%
Views
33

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-37.57%
Original Mortgage
$232,300
Outstanding Balance
$232,079
Interest Rate
6.23%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$93,671

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2024
Sold by
Mcelreath Brown Diane and Brown Lloyd G
Bought by
Brown Robert and Brown Tavish Lambert
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $356,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $142,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $142,000 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $232,300 FHA
Closed $50,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/12/2026 01/12/26 Sold $356,250 -5.0% --
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2025 06/10/25 Price Changed $375,000 -6.2% --
05/14/2025 05/14/25 For Sale $399,900 -- --
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

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 $531 $101,530 $15,400 $86,130
2024 $531 $101,530 $15,400 $86,130
2023 $481 $101,530 $15,400 $86,130
2022 $481 $101,530 $15,400 $86,130
2021 $481 $101,530 $0 $0
2020 $366 $80,930 $12,350 $68,580
2019 $366 $80,930 $12,350 $68,580
2018 $366 $80,930 $12,350 $68,580
2017 $366 $80,930 $12,350 $68,580
2016 $366 $80,930 $12,350 $68,580
2015 -- $80,930 $12,350 $68,580
2014 -- $80,930 $12,350 $68,580
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Ross Ensley

    Yellow Rose Real Estate LLC

    (828) 736-7386

    36 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Ross Ensley
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Map

Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26040913

APN: 6662-08-88-6038

North Carolina Swain County Bryson City 28713

280 Bear Cove Rd, Bryson City, NC

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