$409,000
Price
1,472 Sq. Ft.
$278 / Sq. Ft.
1,472
Sq. Ft.
$278
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Discover lakeside living at its finest in this charming cottage nestled in the heart of the Lake Junaluska district in picturesque Western North Carolina. Just a short stroll from the water, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental that offers lake access, low HOA fees, and an array of exceptional community amenities, including a playground, outdoor pool, tennis courts, and scenic walking trails, only 45 minutes from Asheville...Discover lakeside living at its finest in this charming cottage nestled in the heart of the Lake Junaluska district in picturesque Western North Carolina. Just a short stroll from the water, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Currently operating as a successful short-term rental that offers lake access, low HOA fees, and an array of exceptional community amenities, including a playground, outdoor pool, tennis courts, and scenic walking trails, only 45 minutes from Asheville Airport. The cottage features three bedrooms, each with its own private ensuite bathroom, ensuring comfort and privacy for all. The sunlit, open plan main floor showcases a two-story living room with soaring ceilings and a cozy wood burning fireplace, an inviting space to unwind after a day spent enjoying nearby hiking, biking, and paddlesports. Ski Cataloochee in less than 30 minutes away! Whether you're seeking a serene retreat or a turnkey investment property, this home is a rare gem waiting to be yours. Contact Us today, showing appointments are now available and scheduled around guest reservations.
  1. Listed by Galen Walter • LPT Realty, LLC • 828-329-9213

Property Details for 486 Oxford Road

Parking Features
Parking Space(s)
Community Features
Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Lake Access, Outdoor Pool, Picnic Area, Playground, Recreation Area, Tennis Court(s), Walking Trails
Subdivision Name
Lake Junaluska Assembly
LISTING UPDATED: 11/17/2025 10:52 AM

Property Details for 486 Oxford Road

StatusActive
MLS #4307011
Days on Market87
Taxes-
HOA Fees$1,200 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1974
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,484 SF
CountyHaywood County

Location

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Building Information for 486 Oxford Road

Stories-Year Built1974Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,484 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,093 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,993

Property Taxes

$0

HOA Dues

$100

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Property Information for 486 Oxford Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Water Body Name: Lake Junaluska
  • Longitude: -82.97428
  • Latitude: 35.530552
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: Yes
  • HOA Name: Lake Junaluska Assembly
  • HOA Phone: 828-452-5911
  • HOA Subject To: Required
  • HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • HOA Annual Expense: $1,200.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $243,200.00
  • Parcel Number: 8617-71-9607
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Waynesville
  • High School: Tuscola
  • Elementary School: Junaluska
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
  • Parking: Assigned Spaces: 2
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 2000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1472.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 909
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 863
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 928
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 65
  • Sq Ft Upper: 563
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 1472.0
  • Lot Features: Sloped
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 35
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Book Slide: Cab C/ 1808
  • Restrictions: Other - See Remarks
  • Restrictions Description: Please see Lake Junaluska Assembly Restrictions and Rules attached or here: https://lakejunaluskacommunity.org/lja-rules-and-regulations
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Stone, Concrete
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bedroom Main: 1
  • Bedroom Upper: 2
  • Full Bath Main: 1
  • Full Bath Upper: 2
  • Half Bath Main: 0
  • Half Bath Upper: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 7.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 3
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 4
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Upper
Room 6
  • Room Types: Great Room-Two Story
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 486 Oxford Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 17, 2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4307011

$409,000—
Oct 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4307011

$419,000—
Aug 24, 2020

Closed

CANOPY #3625739

$244,000—
Aug 19, 2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #676204027

$244,000

+9.7% / yr

Jun 9, 2020

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3625739

—
Jun 4, 2020

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3625739

$249,900—
Oct 12, 2018

Closed

CANOPY #3431813

$205,000—
Oct 5, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #632660478

$205,000

+9.7% / yr

Sep 11, 2018

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3431813

—
Sep 10, 2018

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3431813

$199,870—
May 21, 2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #551973635

$150,000—
May 21, 2015

Closed

CANOPY #580780

$150,000—
Apr 1, 2015

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #580780

$159,000—
Jan 10, 2015

Expired

CANOPY #567702

$158,000—
Jul 29, 2014

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #567702

$161,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/17/2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4307011

$409,000
10/12/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4307011

$419,000
08/24/2020

Closed

CANOPY #3625739

$244,000
08/19/2020

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #676204027

$244,000

+9.7% / yr

06/09/2020

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3625739

—
06/04/2020

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3625739

$249,900
10/12/2018

Closed

CANOPY #3431813

$205,000
10/05/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #632660478

$205,000

+9.7% / yr

09/11/2018

Under Contract-No Show

CANOPY #3431813

—
09/10/2018

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3431813

$199,870
05/21/2015

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #551973635

$150,000
05/21/2015

Closed

CANOPY #580780

$150,000
04/01/2015

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #580780

$159,000
01/10/2015

Expired

CANOPY #567702

$158,000
07/29/2014

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #567702

$161,000

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Public Records for 486 Oxford Road

Taxable ValueLand$41,600Additions$201,100Total$242,700
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt880 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt880 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,868 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1974CountyHAYWOODAPN8617-71-9607Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 486 Oxford Road

This home is within Haywood County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Junaluska Elementary
PublicK to 5

Waynesville Middle
Public6 to 8

Tuscola High
Public9 to 12

Central Haywood High
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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486 Oxford Road is a single family home for sale in Lake Junaluska, NC 28745. This property was listed for sale on October 12, 2025 by LPT Realty, LLC, it's currently listed at $409,000. It has been on the market for a total of 87 days and was last sold on August 24, 2020. This listing's school district is Haywood County School District. Nearby schools include Junaluska Elementary, Waynesville Middle and Tuscola High. 486 Oxford Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,472 sqft single family home built in 1974.

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