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Property Description
Welcome home to 168 Lilac Trail! Tucked away at the end of a quiet, private road just outside Murphy, this beautifully maintained, move-in-ready ranch offers the perfect combination of privacy, accessibility, and convenient one-level living. Situated on 3.24 acres consisting of three separate lots, this unique property includes one lot with water rights and another unrestricted lot with commercial potential, offering endless possibilities for future building, investment, or added privacy. Paved road access to additional lots. Ample parking is available with a spacious driveway and an oversized attached two-car garage. Relax on the covered front porch featuring insulated panel roofing that helps keep the space cool even during the summer months, or enjoy the full-length back deck overlooking the peaceful wooded setting. A wheelchair-accessible ramp leads into the home, and the thoughtfully designed floor plan features extra-wide doorways throughout, making the home fully accessible without sacrificing style or comfort. Inside, you'll find over 1,600 square feet of well-designed living space with an open-concept layout, durable luxury vinyl plank flooring, and a beautiful stacked-stone gas fireplace with a wood mantel serving as the focal point of the spacious great room. The oversized kitchen offers abundant cherry cabinetry and opens seamlessly to the living area, making this home ideal for entertaining family and friends. All appliances & central heat & air have been replaced within 5 years. The split-bedroom floor plan provides privacy for everyone. The oversized primary suite offers a relaxing retreat, while the generously sized guest bedroom is complemented by a spacious office that's equal in size, making it perfect for working from home, hobbies, or additional accommodations. French doors open onto the expansive rear deck, creating the perfect extension of your living space for morning coffee or evenings enjoying the mountain air. The level backyard is partially fenced and surrounded by mature trees, offering privacy and room for pets, gardening, or outdoor recreation. Attractive retaining walls and stone accents add curb appeal, while the driveway and grounds are exceptionally clean and easy to maintain. Additional features include central heat and air, all appliances conveying, a private well plus deeded access to the community well for added peace of mind, and a 50-gallon water heater and water pressure tank that have both been replaced within the last five years. Whether you're looking for a full-time residence, an accessible home, or a peaceful mountain retreat with room to grow, 168 Lilac Trail checks all the boxes. Schedule your private showing today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 168 Lilac Trl
General
- Price: $424,900
- HOA FEE: $4/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $1,176 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 100585826
- Updated: 7/2/2026
- Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: Short Term Lease
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Walk-in Closet(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Laminate, Wood, Other
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Living Area
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: Maintenance Roads
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Detached, Gravel, None, Garage
Location
- County: Cherokee
- Subdivision: Willow Tree
- Driving Directions: From Murphy, take 64 West. Approx 9.7 miles, turn right on Willow Tree Lane. Stay right on Lilac Trail to last home on right.
School Information
- Elementary School: Ranger
- Middle School: Murphy Middle
- High School: Murphy High School
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: tbd
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Propane, Fireplace(s), Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well, Private
- Utility Description: Fiber Optic
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Stick Built
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Composition
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Square Feet: 1,629
- Year Built: 2006
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 3.24
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 141,134
- Lot Dimensions: 3.24 +/- acres
- Frontage: Paved, Other, Paved
- Lot Features: Wooded
- Zoning: None
- Fencing (Description): Chain Link
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $260.83
- Association Fee: $50
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $165,650
- Tax Amount: $1,176.62
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Legal Description: House & 3 lots
- Property ID: 455002567203000
- Lot Number: 7
Listed by REMAX Town & Country - Murphy, The Autumn Ritz Team
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Schools
Schools serving 168 Lilac Trl
School District:Cherokee County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ranger Elementary/Middle 101 Hardy Truett Road, Murphy, NC 28906 | PK-8 | 1.6 mi |
Hiwassee Dam High 267 Blue Eagle Circle, Murphy, NC 28906 | 9-12 | 6.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 168 Lilac Trl
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/01/2026
Listed
$424,900
211.28%
MLS
9/14/2018
Sold
$136,500
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 168 Lilac Trl
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,177
1%
$165,650
—
2022
$1,163
19%
$165,650
—
2021
$981
7%
$165,650
—
2020
$915
-5%
$165,650
7%
2019
$962
—
$154,760
-1%
2019
$962
2%
$156,280
—
2017
$947
—
$156,280
—
2016
$947
—
$156,280
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 168 Lilac Trl
168 Lilac Trail, Murphy, NC 28906 (MLS# 100585826) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 168 Lilac Trail is currently listed for $424,900 and was received on July 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 168 Lilac Trail? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Murphy? You can browse all Murphy real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

