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Listing office: ERA Sunburst Realty
$1,350,000 List price
147 Preservation Way Waynesville, NC 28786
$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
4 full, 2 partial
4,475 sqft
$302 / sqft
House
Property details
About 147 Preservation Way
Own a piece of Waynesville history with this beautifully restored 1927 brick home perched atop East Hills. Once host to Roy Rogers and Gene Autry, this historic gem has 5bd/4ba/2halfba and blends timeless charm with modern updates. Original features include a beautiful brick fireplace, wood floors, French doors and a grand staircase. Enjoy mountain views from the covered porch or bedroom windows. Set on 2.6+ acres this property offers complete privacy yet walkable to Main Street. A beautiful garden with fruit trees, blueberries and grapes has been tended your enjoyment. Additional space in the basement is ideal for an office or hobby area. The Massie House - visible from Main Street in its early days - offers a rare opportunity to own a landmark with all the modern comforts. In the past, this home has been used as a private residence and a Bed and Breakfast. Basement heat (HLA) is non-traditional yet warms the office and laundry room. Available fully furnished with a strong offer.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingDuctless, Heat Pump, Propane
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Ductless, Heat Pump
Size4,475 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1927
ParkingDriveway, Parking Space(s)
MLS #4264584
FireplaceFire Pit, Gas Log, Gas Vented, Living Room, Propane, Wood Burning
ViewOther, Mountain(s)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Microwave, Water Heater, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
- Interior: Built-in Features, Storage
- Fireplace: Fire Pit, Gas Log, Gas Vented, Living Room, Propane, Wood Burning
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Parking: Driveway, Parking Space(s)
- View: Other, Mountain(s)
- Heating: Ductless, Heat Pump, Propane
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Heat Pump
- List Price: $1,350,000
- Price/SqFt: $301
- Annual Tax Amount: $3,299
- Tax Year: 2022
- Directions: From downtown Waynesville, turn left onto East Street. Then turn right onto Belleview. Preservation Way is on the left. The mailbox at the bottom of the driveway says 147 on it. The driveway is a lovely drive up to the top of the hill!
- Year Built: 1927
- Living Area: 4,475 SqFt
- MLS Number: 4264584
- Office Name: Real Broker, LLC
- Office Email: Joellen@carolinalifeproperties.com
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2021 | Home Sold | $865,000 |
| May 10, 2017 | Home Sold | $430,000 |
| Jan 26, 2007 | Home Sold | $367,500 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $616,800 | $- |
| 2023 | $616,800 | $- |
| 2022 | $616,800 | $3,299 |
| 2021 | $616,800 | $3,299 |
| 2020 | $441,800 | $2,584 |
| 2018 | $441,800 | $1,591 |
| 2017 | $244,000 | $1,591 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Junaluska Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.7 mi
•2238 Asheville Rd
7
Hazelwood Elementary School
Public District PK-5
2.0 mi
•1111 Plott Creek Rd
6
Jonathan Valley Elementary School
Public District PK-5
4.1 mi
•410 Hall Dr
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,867. Typical income of Waynesville, NC residents is between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
45%
<35k
48%
35k-100k
7%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
47%
Single, No Kids
14%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
11%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
22%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Figure Skating
Extreme Sports
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Kmart
Academy Sports & Outdoors
Dollar General
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Bob Evans
Little Caesars
Cracker Barrel
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Chevrolet
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
Oldies
Country- Classic Country
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 147 Preservation Way
The listing price of 147 Preservation Way property is $1,350,000.
The property 147 Preservation Way is a house located in Waynesville, North Carolina, 28786.
Active Listing: 147 Preservation Way is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 147 Preservation Way are: Junaluska Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hazelwood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Jonathan Valley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Waynesville Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Shining Rock Classical Academy: Cfa (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bethel Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Tuscola High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Haywood Early College (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Central Haywood High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $3,299 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 15, 2021 for $865,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 147 Preservation Way has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 147 Preservation Way is 4,475 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 147 Preservation Way is 1927.
This home is located at 147 Preservation Way in Waynesville, NC and zip code 28786. This 4,475 square foot home was built in 1927. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 5, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,350,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in Waynesville, NC there were more than 4 sold above asking price, over 18 sold below and more than 8 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Waynesville, NC increased by 20.8% between April and May 2025. Listings spent 60 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $418,716 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.