Discover this storybook bungalow set on 1.5 unrestricted acres in the heart of the Jonathan Creek area of Waynesville—just two doors down from a picturesque Christmas Tree Farm. This charming two-bedroom, one-bath home offers the perfect blend of cozy comfort and mountain living with endless flexibility thanks to the rare unrestricted acreage. With room for a garden, outdoor firepit, play area, animals, or future expansion, this usable land gives you the freedom to create the lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of.
Step inside to a warm and inviting interior filled with natural light and classic 1940s cottage character. The living spaces offer a peaceful retreat after a day of enjoying the surrounding mountain views and crisp country air. Relax on the covered porch swing while soaking in the scenery and embracing the slow-paced charm of the mountains.
Whether you’re searching for your first home, a vacation getaway, a mini-homestead, or a short-term rental opportunity, this sweet bungalow offers incredible potential. Conveniently located near Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Lake Junaluska, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, this property combines small-town charm with flexible land use—an increasingly rare find.
With 1.5 unrestricted acres and an adaptable layout, this home is ready to welcome its next chapter.
Under contract-show
$250,000
39 Hemphill Rd, Waynesville, NC 28785
2beds
840sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
1.5 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$298/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Surrounding mountain viewsStorybook bungalowCharming two-bedroom one-bath homePeaceful retreat
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 08, 2025 at 09:06am
Listing Provided by:
Sarah Corn sarah@grgnc.com,
Keller Williams Great Smokies
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4326345
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom s
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Hood, Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Kitchen, Other
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Has basement: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 840
- Total interior livable area: 840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 840
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Detached Carport, RV Access/Parking
- Carport spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
- Waterfront features: Creek/Stream
Lot
- Size: 1.5 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot, Flood Plain/Bottom Land, Level, Pasture
Details
- Parcel number: 8608307830
- Zoning: Res
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Waynesville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $298/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $91,600
- Annual tax amount: $798
- Date on market: 12/5/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 42 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Gravel, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $250,000-9.1%$298/sqft |
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| 8/5/2025 | Listing removed | $275,000$327/sqft |
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| 7/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000$327/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4277474 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2025 | Pending sale | $275,000$327/sqft |
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| 7/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $275,000$327/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4277474 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $798 | $103,000 |
| 2023 | $798 +2% | $103,000 |
| 2022 | $782 | $103,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,399/mo
Principal & interest
$1186
Property taxes
$125
Home insurance
$88
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28785
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Jonathan Valley ElementaryGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 4/10Waynesville MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 7/10Tuscola HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Jonathan Valley
- Middle: Waynesville
- High: Tuscola
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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