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5430 Ela Road

Whittier, NC 28789

4 beds
3 baths
1,868 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$293 per sqft
1960 build
– on site

Owners have essentially rebuilt this home in the last 7 years to include new plumbing, electrical, roof, windows, walls, siding, two new HVAC systems for top and middle units. In 2022 owners rented two units for 9 months and brought in $50,000 in revenue. In 2023 they rented for 6 months then opened up and used entire home for family for the first 6 months of 2024. The top and bottom units are current rentals while the owners reside in the middle unit. The stairs to the middle unit have been blocked off, but can be reopened easily to give access to middle unit. This is a rare find with approximately 140' of river frontage. Big deck overlooks the river and the level backyard is great for picnics or just relaxing and listening to the sounds of the river. This home would be a great 1031 exchange/investment. Close proximity to Bryson and Cherokee, come explore all that western NC has to offer. No damage occurred to home from hurricane Helene so don't miss out on this great opportunity!

Listing courtesy of Canopy MLS / Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Great Smokys Rlty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 11, 2025 •

MLS# 4261259 —

The Building

Year Built:

1960
New Construction:

false
Construction Type:

Site Built
Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Construction Materials:

Cedar Shake
Roof:

Composition
Foundation Details:

Crawl Space
Levels:

Three
Basement:

false
SqFt Upper:

602
SqFt Third:

600
Above Grade Finished Area:

1868

Interior

Living Area:

1868
Fireplace:

false

Location

Directions:

From Bryson City, take Hwy 19 towards Cherokee. Home is on the right just after Hwy 19A to Whittier past Lloyds motel.
Latitude:

35.44695
Longitude:

-83.379912

The Property

Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

River Front
Lot Size Area:

0.385
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Zoning Specification:

01R
Land Included:

Yes
Waterfront Features:

None
Road Responsibility:

No Road
Road Surface Type:

Gravel, Paved

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Parcel Number:

669402569366
Tax Assessed Value:

114420

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedroom Main:

1
Bedroom Upper:

2
Bedroom Third:

1

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3
Full Baths Main:

1
Full Baths Upper:

1
Full Baths Third:

1

The Listing

Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Electric
Cooling:

Ductless, Electric

Utilities

Sewer:

Septic Installed
Water Source:

Shared Well

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Electric Range
Laundry Features:

Common Area, Utility Room, Inside

Schools

Elementary School:

Unspecified
Middle School:

Unspecified
High School:

Unspecified

The Community

Subdivision Name:

None
HOA Subject To:

None
Water Body Name:

Tuckasegee River
Senior Community:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Parking Lot
Garage:

false
Main Level Garage:

No
Carport:

false
Open Parking:

true
Open Parking Spaces:

4

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$549,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,939
Taxes	N/A
Insurance	$150
Utilities	$176 See report
Total	$3,265/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/10/25 Jun 10, 2025	Listed / Active	CMLS	$549,000	684.3% (68.5% / YR)
6/17/15 Jun 17, 2015		CMLS	$70,000

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This house located in NC 28789 is currently for sale for $549,000. 5430 Ela Road is a 1,868 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 36 days. This house is in the attendance area of Swain County High School, Swain County East Elementary School, and Swain County Middle School.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 7/16/2025 6:13 am. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Listings courtesy of Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.