Meticulously maintained log cabin located in River Ridge estates in murphy NC. Massive porch for gatherings, plenty of garage and carport space, storage all over and a basement ready for expansion. Sitting on 1.12 wooded acres, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath log cabin offers the perfect mix of privacy, comfort, and convenience. Located in a desirable neighborhood with mountain views, this home captures the essence of peaceful mountain living while remaining just minutes from local amenities. Inside, the spacious great room welcomes you with soaring wood ceilings, warm hardwood floors, and a cozy fireplace — ideal for relaxing on crisp mountain evenings. The open-concept design flows effortlessly for entertaining family and friends, while the large rear deck provides a wonderful space for outdoor dining, grilling, or simply soaking in the serene wooded surroundings. The oversized master suite is a true retreat, featuring a luxurious jetted tub and an enormous walk-in closet (roughly the size of a small bedroom). Abundant storage throughout the home makes daily living comfortable and practical. Downstairs, the expansive unfinished basement offers tremendous potential for additional living space, a game room, home theater, workshop, or guest suite with fireplace. Outdoor features include a chain-link fenced yard perfect for pets, two single-car garages, an attached double carport, and a large driveway with plenty of room for guests, boats, cars, motorcylces, or RVs. Only 8 minutes from downtown Murphy and just 10 minutes from Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel, this property also gives residents access to community walking paths and the beautiful Hiwassee River for fishing, kayaking, and riverside relaxation. Whether you're looking for a full-time mountain home, a weekend getaway, or a strong investment property, this charming log cabin delivers space, character, and the authentic mountain lifestyle in one exceptional package.
For sale
$499,000
118 Laurel Ridge Ln, Murphy, NC 28906
3beds
2,196sqft
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Residential, Cabin, Single Family Residence
Built in 1995
1.12 Acres Lot
$477,900 Zestimate®
$227/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mountain viewsMeticulously maintained log cabinCozy fireplaceSoaring wood ceilingsLarge rear deckWarm hardwood floorsTwo single-car garages
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Listed by:
Old Town Team 828-321-5516,
Old Town Brokers
Source: Mountain Lakes BOR,MLS#: 158370
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Basement, Bonus Room, Breakfast Area, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living/Dining Combo
Basement
- Description: 3 Room
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air, Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Washer/Dryer Connection
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Insulation, Pantry, Primary on Main, Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Wood Ceiling(s), Wood Walls
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile Tile, Wood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Attic: Access Only,Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,196
- Total interior livable area: 2,196 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Basement Double Garage, Carport Double Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Carport spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck/Patio, Porch
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Good View, Mountain(s), Seasonal View
Lot
- Size: 1.12 Acres
- Features: Level/Rolling Land, Sloping/Steep Land, Wooded, 1-3 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 551103302510
- Zoning description: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subtype: Residential, Cabin, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Log
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Excellent
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Community
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: River Ridge
HOA
- Services included: Road Maintenance, Water
Location
- Region: Murphy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $227/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $242,660
- Date on market: 5/26/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$477,900
$454,000 - $502,000
$2,630/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,000+101.6%$227/sqft |
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| 5/11/2005 | Sold | $247,500$113/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $242,660 |
| 2024 | -- | $242,660 |
| 2023 | -- | $242,660 |
| 2022 | -- | $242,660 |
| 2021 | $1,512 +6.9% | $242,660 |
| 2020 | $1,414 | $242,660 +12.1% |
| 2019 | -- | $216,390 |
| 2018 | -- | $216,390 -6% |
| 2017 | -- | $230,150 |
| 2016 | -- | $230,150 |
| 2015 | $1,500 | $230,150 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28906
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Murphy ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 4.4 mi
- 5/10Murphy MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 7/10Murphy HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Murphy
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- North Carolina
- Cherokee County
- Murphy
- 28906
- 118 Laurel Ridge Ln






