$550,000

52 Briar Patch Rd Cullowhee, NC 28723

Estimated payment $3,086/month

Total Views 802
4 Beds
3 Baths
1,830 Sq Ft
$301 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Cooling Available
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Views

About This Home

INVESTOR ALERT / PRIVATE RETREAT: 4 bed with Proven Rental Income and Views of WCU. Enjoy the best of both worlds, where views of Western Carolina University meet the feel of your own private retreat. Located in the heart of campus living, yet tucked behind a surprisingly peaceful back patio, this home offers a rare balance of energy and escape. This 4 bed, 3 bath home features both a formal living room and separate family room, all accented by hardwood flooring. The updated kitchen anchors the home and connects seamlessly to the main living areas, creating an easy flow for everyday living and entertaining. A standout feature is the adjoined 1 bed, 1 bath space with its own private access or adjoined to the main house, currently operating as an active vacation rental (83 stays and $20,900 in 2025). Continue using it for income or incorporate it as a private primary suite or guest quarters depending on your needs. Just minutes to campus, dining, and everyday conveniences, this property is ideal for full time living, student housing, or those looking to offset their mortgage with added flexibility. 10 minutes to downtown Sylva. Ask today about all the recent updates!

Listing Agent

Stefanie Conley

Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva Brokerage Phone: 8285864616 License #336164 Listed on: 04/26/2026

Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,304

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 21,780 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,830 Sq Ft Home
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Crawl Space
  • Property Views

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 2 Attached Carport Spaces
  • No Garage
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Schools

  • Cullowhee Valley Elementary And Middle School
  • Smoky Mountain High School

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Stream

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7549939690

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,304

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0.5 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Directions: From 107S, take a right on to Blackhawk then right on Briar Patch - house is 2nd one on the right. Use GPS
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Single, Traditional
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1963
  • NAV27_rets_property_type: Residential
  • NAV27_AllowsVacationRentalYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Gas/Propane Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: Doors-Insulated
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Main Level Living, Primary w/Ensuite, Primary on Main Level, Split Bedroom
  • Living Area: 1830
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Room Bedroom4 Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level, Open Lot
  • View: View Year Round
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Other Structures: Storage Building/Shed
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 2
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: No Garage, Carport-Double Attached, Paved Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cell Service Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: Leased
  • Telephone: Cell Service Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cullowhee Valley
  • High School: Smoky Mountain
  • Middle Or Junior School: Cullowhee Valley

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 21780
  • Parcel #: 7549939690

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1303.6
  • Tax Book Number: 1194

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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 $1,445 $380,194 $20,250 $359,944
2024 $919 $241,870 $30,380 $211,490
2023 $1,044 $241,870 $30,380 $211,490
2022 $1,044 $241,870 $30,380 $211,490
2021 $919 $241,870 $30,380 $211,490
2020 $661 $151,930 $19,130 $132,800
2019 $661 $151,930 $19,130 $132,800
2018 $661 $151,930 $19,130 $132,800
2017 $646 $151,930 $19,130 $132,800
2015 $635 $151,930 $19,130 $132,800
2011 -- $196,670 $21,680 $174,990
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/26/2026 04/26/26 For Sale $550,000 -- $301 / Sq Ft
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26047019

APN: 7549-93-9690

North Carolina Jackson County Cullowhee 28723

52 Briar Patch Rd, Cullowhee, NC

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