55 Polk St

Waynesville, NC 28786

$399,900
Price
3
Beds
1,726 Sq. Ft.
$232 / Sq. Ft.
1,726
Sq. Ft.
$232
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome home to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch-style gem in the heart of Waynesville! Backing directly up to the Waynesville Inn and Golf Club, this home offers peaceful golf course proximity along with serene Richland Creek. Featuring true one-level living, the layout includes generously sized rooms, ideal for comfortable daily living or easy entertaining. Fresh interior and exterior paint add a modern, move-in-ready feel, while the durable metal roof ensures long-lasting protection...Welcome home to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch-style gem in the heart of Waynesville! Backing directly up to the Waynesville Inn and Golf Club, this home offers peaceful golf course proximity along with serene Richland Creek. Featuring true one-level living, the layout includes generously sized rooms, ideal for comfortable daily living or easy entertaining. Fresh interior and exterior paint add a modern, move-in-ready feel, while the durable metal roof ensures long-lasting protection and curb appeal. Start your mornings on the charming covered front porch, then enjoy the afternoons on the open back deck overlooking a level, easy-to-maintain yard – perfect for pets, play, or gardening. Inside, the home’s thoughtful updates complement the warm, inviting atmosphere throughout. Whether you're looking to settle into full-time living or a mountain getaway, this location offers both tranquility and convenience. Just minutes from downtown Waynesville’s shops, restaurants, galleries, and festivals, you'll also enjoy easy access to hiking trails, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and local breweries. Don’t miss this opportunity to own a slice of mountain-town charm and modern upgrades – schedule your showing today!
  1. Listed by Thomas Mallette • Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage • MRE@BHGHeritage.com

Property Details for 55 Polk Street

Architectural Style
Ranch
Waterfront Features
Other - See Remarks
View
Mountain(s)
Parking Features
Driveway
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 01/22/2026 11:49 AM

Property Details for 55 Polk Street

StatusActive
MLS #4296968
Days on Market180
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.42 AC / 18,295 SF
CountyHaywood County

Location

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Building Information for 55 Polk Street

Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.42 AC / 18,295 SF

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Property Information for 55 Polk Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -83.00021
  • Latitude: 35.464529
  • Directions: Allens Creek to left on Warren Street to left on Browning Road to right on Polk Street. The home is on the left.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: No
  • HOA Subject To: None
  • HOA Subject To Dues: No
  • Tax Assessed Value: $144,800.00
  • Parcel Number: 8604-97-2909
  • City Taxes Paid To: Waynesville
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Waynesville
  • High School: Tuscola
  • Elementary School: Hazelwood
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Parking: Carport YN: No
  • Garage YN: No
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 2000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1726.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1726
  • 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: 1726.0
  • Lot Features: Creek Front, Level
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Down Payment Resource YN: Yes
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 45
  • Road Responsibility: Publicly Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Stone Veneer
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete, Paved
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Refrigerator with Ice Maker
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Full Bath Main: 2
  • Half Bath Main: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 8.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Level: Main
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 3
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 4
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Family Room
  • Room Level: Main

Property History for 55 Polk Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 6, 2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4296968

$399,900—
Sep 24, 2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4296968

$419,900—
Aug 29, 2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4296968

$399,900—
Aug 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4296968

$425,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/06/2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4296968

$399,900
09/24/2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4296968

$419,900
08/29/2025

Price Change

CANOPY #4296968

$399,900
08/29/2025

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #4296968

$425,000

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

Public Records for 55 Polk Street

Taxable ValueLand$21,900Additions$138,800Total$160,700
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,200 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,200 SqFtStories1Lot Size18,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956ZoningAC-NDCountyHAYWOODAPN8604-97-2909Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 55 Polk Street

This home is within Haywood County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Hazelwood Elementary
Public - PK to 5
Waynesville Middle
Public - 6 to 8
Tuscola High
Public - 9 to 12
Central Haywood High
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hazelwood Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Waynesville Middle
Public6 to 8

Tuscola High
Public9 to 12

Central Haywood High
Public9 to 12

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More information about 55 Polk Street, Waynesville, NC 28786

55 Polk Street is a single family home for sale in Waynesville, NC 28786. This property was listed for sale on August 29, 2025 by Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Heritage, it's currently listed at $399,900. This listing's school district is Haywood County School District. Nearby schools include Hazelwood Elementary, Waynesville Middle and Tuscola High. 55 Polk Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,726 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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