52 Briar Patch Rd

Cullowhee, NC 28723

$549,000
Price
4
Beds
1,831 Sq. Ft.
$300 / Sq. Ft.
1,831
Sq. Ft.
$300
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Briar Patch is one of those neighborhoods that earns the word "surprising." Positioned directly above the WCU campus with year-round views of university grounds and the surrounding mountains, it manages to stay genuinely quiet, a point that appears unprompted in many of the Airbnb guest reviews spanning five years of short-term rentals at this address. Adjacent student housing complexes operate under enforceable noise restrictions, and the result is a residential street that functions entirely on...Briar Patch is one of those neighborhoods that earns the word "surprising." Positioned directly above the WCU campus with year-round views of university grounds and the surrounding mountains, it manages to stay genuinely quiet, a point that appears unprompted in many of the Airbnb guest reviews spanning five years of short-term rentals at this address. Adjacent student housing complexes operate under enforceable noise restrictions, and the result is a residential street that functions entirely on its own terms. The home is a well-maintained 4-bedroom, 3-bath ranch on a level, half-acre open lot. Hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, a formal living room, and a separate family room give the main living area a comfortable and flexible layout. The roof, HVAC, electrical system, plumbing, and primary appliances have all been upgraded and/or replaced and are in verified working condition. Public water service and an insulated exterior with vinyl and brick finish make this a move-in-ready property without a project list attached. The property's most distinctive asset is an attached 1-bedroom efficiency suite with its own private exterior entry and near-complete sound isolation from the main home. This suite has operated as a licensed short-term rental since 2021, generating $20,900 across 83 bookings in 2025 alone and earning Airbnb Superhost and Guest Favorite status with 153 reviews at a 4.9-star rating. Current figures reflect intentional owner-use blackout dates, meaning a new owner who converts those dates to bookings has additional upside already built in. The current owners note that in five years of continuous operation, the suite has never produced a noise or disturbance in the main living area. Buyers with no interest in short-term rentals will find the suite equally well-suited as a private primary ensuite, guest quarters with independent access, or a dedicated home office with a separate entrance. The property functions as a hub for western North Carolina. Waynesville, Cashiers, Cherokee, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are within 30 minutes. Bryson City and Franklin are 40 minutes out. Asheville is approximately one hour away. The Tuckasegee River, popular for whitewater paddling, kayaking, and fly fishing, runs through the area. The yard includes a 24-by-24-foot concrete basketball court. A double attached carport with an integrated storage building complete the property
  1. Listed by Keller Williams Great Smokies • stefanie@conleyrogerswnc.com

Property Details for 52 Briar Patch Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
View
Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
Parking Features
Attached Carport
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 06/04/2026 01:35 PM

Property Details for 52 Briar Patch Road

StatusActive
MLS #4375247
Days on Market31
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1963
Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF
CountyJackson County
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Location

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Building Information for 52 Briar Patch Road

Stories-Year Built1963Building Size-Lot Size0.50 AC / 21,780 SF

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$2,736

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Property Information for 52 Briar Patch Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -83.190962
  • Latitude: 35.308682
  • Directions: From 107S, take a right on to Blackhawk then right on Briar Patch - house is 2nd one on the right. Use GPS
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • Tax Assessed Value: $380,194.00
  • Parcel Number: 7549-93-9690
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Cullowhee Valley
  • High School: Smoky Mountain
  • Elementary School: Cullowhee Valley
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking: Carport YN: Yes
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1831.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1831
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Second Living Quarters HLA: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 1831.0
  • Lot Features: Views
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Restrictions: Deed
  • Restrictions Description: no dwelling under $10k to build - restriction written in the 60s
Green Features
  • Green Verification Count: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick Partial, Vinyl
  • Pool Private YN: No
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Roof: Architectural Shingle
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Levels: One
  • Other Equipment: Fuel Tank - Leased
  • Cooling: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom, Main Level
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bedroom Main: 4
  • Full Bath Main: 3
  • Half Bath Main: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 1.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 52 Briar Patch Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 1, 2026

Price Change

CANOPY #4375247

$549,000—
May 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4375247

$550,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/01/2026

Price Change

CANOPY #4375247

$549,000
05/05/2026

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4375247

$550,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 52 Briar Patch Road

Taxable ValueLand$20,250Additions$359,944Total$380,194
Tax Record2025$1,445 ($120 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,102 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,102 SqFtStories1Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1963Year Renovated1978CountyJACKSONAPN7549-93-9690

Schools near 52 Briar Patch Road

This home is within Jackson County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cullowhee Valley School
Public - PK to 8
Smoky Mountain High
Public - 9 to 12
Blue Ridge Virtual Early College
Public - 7 to 13
Jackson Community School
Public - 5 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cullowhee Valley School
PublicPK to 8

Smoky Mountain High
Public9 to 12

Blue Ridge Virtual Early College
Public7 to 13

Jackson Community School
Public5 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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More information about 52 Briar Patch Road, Cullowhee, NC 28723

52 Briar Patch Road is a single family home for sale in Cullowhee, NC 28723. This property was listed for sale on May 5, 2026 by Keller Williams Great Smokies, it's currently listed at $549,000. This listing's school district is Jackson County School District. Nearby schools include Cullowhee Valley School, Smoky Mountain High and Blue Ridge Virtual Early College. 52 Briar Patch Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 1,831 sqft single family home built in 1963.

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