30 Sleepy Bear Rdg, Whittier, NC, 28789
About This Home
Perfectly positioned between Bryson City and Cherokee, this 1.5-acre property offers the ideal blend of mountain living and income potential within a community allowing short-term rentals. The fully fenced yard provides a safe, usable space for kids and pets. The main 3BR/2BA cabin features a full-length covered porch with hot tub and a sunny open deck. Inside, vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings and a stone gas fireplace anchor the open living area, flowing into a spacious kitchen with granite countertops, stainless appliances, ample cabinetry, and dining area. The oversized primary suite includes a walk-in closet and ensuite bath with tiled shower, while two guest bedrooms share a full hall bath and large laundry. A heated 2-car garage offers a finished apartment above with living room, bedroom, full bath, kitchenette with bar, and pool table—ideal for guests or rental use. Includes 22KW Generac generator, Balsam West high-speed internet and is being sold mostly furnished. New HVAC in 2025, metal roof's, firepit, automatic gate opener, recently stained cabin and decks....the seller has meticulously maintained this property and it shows!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Not Bike FriendlySchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 2006
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Metal
- Construction materials: Wood
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer/Dryer
- Laundry features: Main Level
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bathroom Full
- Level: Main
Bathroom Full
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: Main
Bedroom S
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s),Total Primary Heated Living Area: 1699
- Window features: Insulated Windows,Storm Window(s)
- Flooring: Carpet,Laminate,Vinyl
- Fireplace features: Gas Log
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,699
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Ductless,Electric,Heat Pump,Propane
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Ductless
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,699
- Total interior livable area: 2,391 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: 2nd Living Quarters
Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 669402879553
- Zoning: None
- Special condition: Standard
- Other equipment: Generator
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck,Porch
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Winter
Lot
- Lot size: 1.50 Acres
- Features: Cleared,Level,Rolling Slope
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Ice Storm
- Landslide
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Earthquake
- Hail
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Swain County and North Carolina
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,780 | $33,360 |
| Home Insurance * | $226 | $2,712 |
| Property Taxes | $100 | $1,200 |
| Electricity | $222 | $2,672 |
| Total | $3,328 | $39,936 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-30 | Listed for sale | $574,875 |
For Sale by Agent
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