
Residential Land for Sale in Murphy, North Carolina
Burrell Mountain Rd, Murphy, NC 28906
Breathtaking 56.28 Acres, overlooking 2 lakes, unbelievably long range panoramic views of TN, GA, Western NC, just under 3000' elevation, adjoins USFS on southern face. Soul soothing to sit in solitude on the top of Bird Knob and enjoy the pristine beauty of the many ridges below. All land is usable with many marvelous homesites. Roads roughed in. For the outdoor enthusiast, trout fishing in nearby streams or lakes, hiking trails on property or trekking the Bartram Trail. Hunting for large and small game on adjoining USFS land (99,000 acres), whitewater enthusists have Olympic courses in Ocoee and Nantahala Rivers. Secluded. Private. Quiet. Nearest towns are Murphy, NC and Copper Hill, TN. Centered from Atlanta, Chattanooga, Asheville, Knoxville for airplane travel (2 Hours +-). Minor restrictions at closing. Necessary for Listing Agent to accompany showings for complete feel of the property and its exceptional potential.
Location
- Street address
- Burrell Mountain Rd
- County
- Cherokee County
- Community
- Shoal Creek
- School district
- Cherokee County Schools
- Elevation
- 2,101 feet
Directions
From center of Murphy, Go west on Tenneesee St., which ends and becomes Joe Brown Highway. Follow for 20+ miles, paved, to junction of Burrell Mountain and Violet Roads. Turn Right (upper road gravel) onto Burrell Mountain Rd, turn Right onto Bird Knob Drive. Follow to hilltop, Right to "y". LA will guide from here. 4wheel drive will be necessary in wet weather, slick roads.
Property details
- MLS #
- MLBOR 155620
- Posted
Property taxes
- 2025
- $120
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Land
- Franchise
- RE/MAX International
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 16, 2026 | New listing | $465,000 | — | MLBOR |








