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526 McDonald Road, Murphy, NCVideo Tour of 526 McDonald Road, Murphy, NC.
Spacious 4BR/4BA Home on Nearly 3 UNRESTRICTED Acres, a detached 2-car garage with an unfinished upper level-framed for a potential 1bd/1.5ba guest suite with electrical already roughed in. And has FIBER OPTIC INTERNET! Enjoy privacy and convenience in this beautifully designed mountain retreat located on a paved road. This home offers two master suites-one on the main level and another in the loft. The great room features a cozy gas-log fireplace, kitchen boasts abundant cabinetry, and granite countertops. Hardwood floors throughout with tile in the bathrooms. A generous sized main level master with large walk-in closet, and separate shower and soaking tub. The finished walkout basement includes a family room with a wood-burning fireplace, a bedroom, office/craft room, and storage, perfect for in-law suite or family gatherings. Outdoors, multiple springs feed a branch and small creek in front, and the property is bordered on one side by Hanging Dog Creek, known for its trout fishing. Enjoy relaxing on the creekfront deck, tubing or kayaking right from home, or simply soaking in the views of the creek, mountains, and surrounding fields. Set on an elevated bluff with direct creek access (no road easement and not in a floodplain), this home features a wraparound porch, and a firepit area. Upgrades include Kohler porcelain cast-iron fixtures, a Generac generator, and a 500-gallon buried propane tank. This property truly has it all-creek frontage, mountain views, privacy, and modern comfort-ready for you to make it your mountain sanctuary! Near Blue Ridge, GA and an abundance of hiking, kayaking, quaint shops, the John C. Campbell Folk School, and Harrah's Valley River Casino.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 526 McDonald Rd
General
- Price: $849,900
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2253
- MLS ID: 98539617
- Updated: 6/1/2026
- Added to Site: 207 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: Short Term Lease
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Furnished, Pantry, Basement, In-Law Quarters, Workshop
- Appliances: Built-In Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Generator
- Furnished: Yes
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Security/Safety: Smoke Detector(s)
- Equipment: Generator
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch
Parking
- Parking Features: Detached, Gravel, Garage
Location
- County: Cherokee
- Subdivision: Hanging Dog Creek
- Driving Directions: From downtown Murphy, Tennessee Street to (R) Hanging Dog Rd, (L) Ebenezer, (L) McDonald, Driveway on (R). SIP
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Propane, Fireplace(s), Electric, Heat Pump
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Fiber Optic
Structural Information
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Roof: Composition
- Year Built: 2009
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 3
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 130,680
- Lot Dimensions: 2.91 +/- Acres
- Frontage: Paved, Paved
- Zoning: None
- Fencing (Description): None
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 458400555404000
- Lot Number: 9B
Listed by Coldwell Banker High Country, Carol Robinson
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Schools
Schools serving 526 McDonald Rd
School District:Cherokee County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Murphy Elementary 315 Valley River Avenue, Murphy, NC 28906 | PK-5 | 4.2 mi |
Murphy Middle 65 Middle School Drive, Murphy, NC 28906 | 6-8 | 4.2 mi |
Murphy High 234 High School Circle, Murphy, NC 28906 | 9-12 | 4.1 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 526 McDonald Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/07/2025
Listed
$849,900
529.56%
MLS
12/12/2005
Sold
$135,000
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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 526 McDonald Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,027
1%
$427,000
—
2022
$3,007
19%
$427,000
—
2021
$2,537
100%
$427,000
—
2020
-100%
$427,000
23%
2019
$2,099
—
$347,760
-4%
2019
$2,099
—
$361,480
—
2017
$2,107
—
$361,480
—
2016
$2,107
—
$361,480
—
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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526 McDonald Road, Murphy, NC 28906 (MLS# 98539617) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 526 McDonald Road is currently listed for $849,900 and was received on November 07, 2025. Want to learn more about 526 McDonald Road? 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.

