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67 Quartz Lane, Balsam
$179,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4427799 MLS
Come escape to Balsam and imagine your life in this sweet little cottage. Enjoy year round views from a covered back porch. Nestled on top of a woodsy hill with a nice level side yard, this well-loved 3 bedroom home is waiting for its new owners. This oldie, but goodie features a fully renovated kitchen with stunning butcher block countertops, brand new white cabinets, fresh plumbing, and upscale kitchen sink. It also has a fully updated bathroom and LVP flooring throughout part of the home. Each bedroom has its own built-in dressers and closets. In addition, the primary bathroom has a half bath attached and natural wood shelving. This manufactured doublewide stands out due to its charming wood siding, large level side yard, and covered back porch looking out at the Blue Ridge Mountains and famous Balsam Mountain Inn. With move in ready homes rarely coming available in this convenient location, you don't want to miss this opportunity. CASH ONLY due to age or home. Inspection Summary Available in notes.

67 Quartz Lane, Balsam
169 Roadrunner Drive, Balsam
$479,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4411533 MLS
Discover a home designed for comfort, convenience, and peace of mind. Thoughtfully upgraded throughout, this property combines modern smart-home features, energy-efficient systems, quality finishes, and valuable included appliances, making it truly move-in ready. Stylish bamboo flooring flows through the main living areas, adding warmth & durability, while smart recessed and can lighting in the kitchen, living room, and hallway provides bright, customizable illumination with convenient voice and app control through Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. The Great room offers a remote-controlled propane fireplace that creates instant comfort and a cozy atmosphere at the touch of a button. Beautiful butcher block kitchen countertops bring warmth, character, and a custom feel to the kitchen. The kitchen and laundry areas are also well equipped with a brand-new refrigerator and stove and a standalone freezer provides valuable extra food storage capacity. A brand-new Samsung washer and dryer with Steam Cycle technology, and a brand-new A. O. Smith Signature 900 Hybrid Heat Pump Water Heater that delivers energy-efficient performance. The home includes a whole-house gasoline generator with a home connection for dependable backup power should there be any power outages, along with Spectrum fiber internet service availability to support high-speed work-from-home, streaming, and connected-home needs. The encapsulated crawlspace enhances moisture protection, energy efficiency, and overall indoor air quality, while two professionally installed ALORAIR commercial-grade crawlspace dehumidifiers provide exceptional moisture control and long-term structural protection. Additional recent improvements include a brand-new whole-house well water filtration system, as well as a brand-new sewer pump for reliable wastewater service and extra peace of mind. Freshly replaced wood decking on the front and back porches enhances curb appeal and creates inviting outdoor living spaces. An above-ground swimming pool with an ionization system is designed for low-maintenance enjoyment with reduced reliance on chlorine. The property includes an 8'8 x 15 vinyl outbuilding and a 7'3 x 7'4 playhouse with wraparound deck. Together, these upgrades create a rare opportunity to own a well-equipped 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with comfort, efficiency, and everyday livability already built in. All listed upgrades and included appliances are in excellent condition and will convey with the home. Please ask for the amenities sheet.

169 Roadrunner Drive, Balsam
868 Cabin Flats Road, Balsam
$335,000
2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 4383189 MLS
Charming Cottage with Creek Views at 868 Cabin Flats Rd, Cullowhee, NC (Just Over the Jackson County Line) Discover this character-filled cottage nestled in the serene mountains of Western North Carolina. Beaming with warmth and Appalachian charm, this approximately 1,270-square-foot home offers 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, creating an ideal retreat for those seeking peace, nature, and easy access to mountain adventures. Step onto the wonderful back porch for peaceful mornings and evenings spent listening to the gentle flow of the nearby creek. Attractions Sylva (Jackson County seat) lies just a short drive away, offering charming downtown shops, restaurants, breweries, and the iconic courthouse square. Waynesville downtown is about 15 minutes away, with its vibrant arts scene, farm-to-table dining, antique shops, and year-round festivals. Asheville sits roughly 45 minutes east, providing world-class dining, breweries, galleries, Outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to world-class recreation: Hiking and Waterfalls — Endless trails await in the Nantahala National Forest and nearby Gorges State Park (with its 26 waterfalls and biodiversity). The Blue Ridge Parkway entrance at Balsam is only about 20 minutes away, offering panoramic drives, overlooks like Waterrock Knob, and access to more trails. Fishing — The property’s creek setting plus nearby Tuckasegee River and spots along the Western North Carolina Fly Fishing Trail provide excellent trout fishing right in the backyard of Jackson County. Great Smoky Mountains National Park — Reach the Cherokee/Oconaluftee entrance in under an hour for hiking, wildlife viewing (elk!), historic sites, and over 800 miles of trails. This cottage perfectly balances cozy mountain living with convenient access to everything Western North Carolina offers. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful full-time residence, weekend getaway, or investment property, its location just over the Jackson County line positions you in the heart of the Smokies and Blue Ridge region.

868 Cabin Flats Road, Balsam
244 Westview Drive, Balsam
$525,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 4039682 MLS
Rare find in the wonderful historic Balsam community. Park like property features gorgeous craftsman/ cottage style home with detached barn/workshop/garage with upstairs storage or space to finish as guest quarters. The 3BR/2BA home is perched on a knoll with incredible long range Mountain views and a gorgeous driveway with stone walls. A stunning front porch is the entry to the home featuring an interior with too die for knotty pine tongue and groove ceilings and walls. Main floor includes living room, family room with stone fireplace, spacious eat-in kitchen, wonderful spacious primary suite and bath, guest bedroom, hall bath, and plenty of windows with ample natural light. Lower level boasts inviting and spacious family/rec room, guest bedroom, full bath, and huge laundry/storage room. For the car enthusiast the detached garage includes an oil changing bay with pit and basement storage. The upstairs of the building can be used for or residential addition.

244 Westview Drive, Balsam
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Homes with Front Porch in Balsam, NC

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Balsam Market — Homes with Front Porch Comparison

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Balsam
Homes with Front Porch
inventory
Active Listings
6
3
Sold (Past 6 Mo.)
6
0
pricing
Avg. List Price
$203,500
$331,000
Cost / Sq. Ft.
$210
$210
typical home
Living Area
1,576 ft²
1,576 ft²
Avg. Beds
2.7
2.7
Avg. Baths
2.7
2.7
Days on Market
163
87

Homes with Front Porch in Balsam: Market Data

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Jon Tharp Homes' review of MLS data as of October 23, 2026 shows 3 active listings for Balsam homes with front porch. Listings like these do not come up often in Balsam. These listings made up about 50% of the 6 active listings in Balsam, across every property type. With so few listings, setting up a listing alert is the easiest way to learn of the next one.

Homes with Front Porch in Balsam, NC, October 23, 2026
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How many Balsam homes with front porch are on the market?

There were 3 Balsam homes with front porch for sale as of October 23, 2026, based on Jon Tharp Homes' review of MLS data.

How do Balsam homes with front porch compare with other cities?

As of October 23, 2026, there were 3 Balsam homes with front porch for sale. In the same search, Buncombe County had 1,001 homes with front porch for sale at a median list price of $584,900, Asheville had 520 homes with front porch for sale at a median list price of $569,000 and Henderson County had 458 homes with front porch for sale at a median list price of $548,500.

How do Balsam homes with front porch compare with all active listings in Balsam?

As of October 23, 2026, there were 3 Balsam homes with front porch for sale, out of 6 active listings in Balsam across every property type.

Listing data courtesy of Carolina Multiple Listing Services, Inc.

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