86 Lightning Bug Ln Murphy, NC 28906
Estimated payment $2,266/month
Highlights
- Heated Spa
- Mountain View
- Wooded Lot
- Craftsman Architecture
- Deck
- Cathedral Ceiling
About This Home
Murphy, NC – Beautiful 2 Bed, 2 Bath mountain chalet-style home located in “Bear Trail” on 1.39+/- wooded acres with seasonal mountain views. This property features a matching detached one-car garage plus a private screened outdoor pavilion w/ a heated hot tub for relaxation. The exterior of the home includes a metal roof, log siding, covered porches, and wrap-around side decks, plus a large gated yard for pets with lush green AstroTurf that never needs mowing. The interior includes all wood tongue & groove ceilings and walls, 12” pine plank flooring throughout, Beautiful custom tile showers and tile floors in both bathrooms. The open great room has cathedral ceilings w/ rustic beams and plenty of windows that fill the home with natural light, a a stack stone gas log fireplace w/logs in the living room. There is a large bedroom & bath that can be used as a master, while the large private loft also offers a 2nd master/guest bedroom & bathroom that has a private balcony to enjoy the outdoors. The main floor great room has access to the covered porches and fenced yard, which leads to the screened pavilion w/ a heated hot tub. The home is being sold furnished, making it move-in ready by Just bringing your personal items. Additional features include paved roads, underground utilities, and fiber optic internet perfect for working from home or staying connected with family and friends. The property is conveniently located a few miles near the Tennessee line, Blue Ridge, Blairsville, and McCaysville, Georgia, and Downtown Murphy, NC, for shopping, restaurants, healthcare, and entertainment. The property is only a short distance to Lake Hiawassee, Lake Nottely, and Lake Blue Ridge for boating and fishing adventures. Wow, Murphy, NC, also known as the City of Flowers, is located in Cherokee County and has 92,000+ acres of U.S. Forest Service land for outdoor enthusiasts. The seller is asking only $399,000. I can't wait to show you this beautiful, private, Mountain Chalet!
Listing Agent
EXIT Realty Mtn View Prop. Brokerage Phone: 8288372288 License #230004 Listed on: 09/08/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,406
Year Built
- Built in 2016
Lot Details
- 1.39 Acre Lot
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
- Wooded Lot
- Property is in excellent condition
HOA Fees
- $33 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Open Parking
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Chalet
- Cabin
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Walls
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
- Log Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,248 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Wood Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Treatments
- Great Room with Fireplace
- Mountain Views
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Heated Spa
- Deck
- Outbuilding
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Shared Well
- Electric Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- Bear Trail Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 26
- Assessor Parcel Number 4540026896900
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,338 | $188,710 | $0 | $0 |
| 2023 | -- | $188,710 | $0 | $0 |
| 2022 | $0 | $188,710 | $0 | $0 |
| 2021 | $0 | $188,710 | $30,000 | $158,710 |
| 2020 | $0 | $188,710 | $0 | $0 |
| 2019 | $935 | $148,220 | $0 | $0 |
| 2018 | $935 | $148,220 | $0 | $0 |
| 2017 | $0 | $148,220 | $0 | $0 |
| 2016 | -- | $148,220 | $0 | $0 |
| 2015 | $179 | $30,850 | $30,850 | $0 |
| 2012 | -- | $31,300 | $31,300 | $0 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/2025 09/11/25 | For Sale | $399,000 | -- | $320 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $146,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $30,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $40,000 | -- |
Source: Mountain Lakes Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 153731
APN: 4540-02-68-9690-000
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