Clay County, NC Homes For Sale

Clay County is a community with a humid subtropical climate. Residents experience four beautiful and distinct seasons that help showcase scenic views of a 5,000-foot mountain peak and over 1,500-foot valleys. It is ideally located in the Blue Ridge Mountains and is bordered to the south by the Chattahoochee National Forest and the state of Georgia. On its northeastern border is the Nantahala River. Meanwhile, in the southern part of Clay County is Chatuge Lake.

Clay County is the third-smallest county in North Carolina by land area and the smallest by total area. The county population is just over 11,000. These figures, however, do not erase the fact of how living here could be a great experience.

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A magnificent natural environment surrounds Clay County. This encourages residents to love the colors of life and not get easily bored. The sound of the different bodies of water nearby lap gently, and they can be heard from the lakefront homes of Clay County.

Houses here are often constructed out of rustic, natural materials, and they can blend well into their environment. Some sit on a pond excavation to establish a sense of movement. They are mostly condominiums, townhomes, and single-family homes

There are a lot of condominiums and townhomes in this town. Prices start at $200,000 to over $500,000. Each unit has 2 to 4 bedrooms and 2 to 3 bathrooms. It has an artistic interior design that maximizes space and efficiency.

The design of single-family homes is mostly rustic-inspired cabin house styles. It incorporates items that are timeworn, handcrafted, and homespun. They also display barn-inspired elements and materials, earthy colors, and re-purposed objects. For a price of $200,000 to $410,000, it already has two to six bedrooms and two to four bathrooms.

Since Clay County has six townships, residents have wide options as to where they want to build their homes. The neighborhoods in the list include Brasstown, Sweetwater, Tusquittee, Hiawassee, and Hayesville.

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Living in Clay County, North Carolina

In Clay County, outdoor activities are limitless. The town’s people can do horseback riding or hiking in their mountain trails. For those who love water, there are also canoeing, kayaking, river tubing, and fishing on its nearby lakes.

One of the advantages of country living is its abundance in fresh and organic food resources. Clay County offers exactly that. Also, people can enjoy dining in restaurants like Anejo Grille, The Copper Door, and Epic Catering and Eatery.

Transportation won’t be a hassle since the local government has its transit, which goes by the name Clay County Transportation (CCT). It is a demand response system, so all trips are booked ahead of time.

If you want to experience all these and more, be sure to visit Clay County.

17 Tusquittee Valley Ln, Hayesville image

17 Tusquittee Valley Ln, Hayesville $289,000

Beautiful home on a stunning Tusquittee Creefront lot. Over 120 ft of frontage on Tusquittee Creek. Home is in excellent condition. Can't build this close to the creek an...

2 Beds
2 Baths
299541 MLS

Downings Creek Road, Hayesville $129,900

UNRESTRICTED LEVEL LAND WITH APPROX 900 FT OF CREEK FRONTAGE. This would make a Great RV Park with easy access off Hwy 64 or Home site and pasture.

299525 MLS

408 Licklog Ridge, Hayesville $280,000

Beautiful Townhouse in Gated community. Enjoy the golfing, exercise room, clubhouse, restaurant on site

3 Beds
3 Baths
299511 MLS

255 Stoney Brook Trail, Hayesville image

255 Stoney Brook Trail, Hayesville $369,000

UNIQUE setting hard to find setting at the base of Clay County's highest mountain - Botelier Peak. INCREDIBLE CREEK FRONTAGE with multiple waterfalls on Vineyard Creek. C...

2 Beds
2 Baths
299501 MLS

5A2/1 Willow Ridge, Hayesville $24,900

Wonderful level to gentle building lot, home site cleared, driveway in place. Underground utilities, three bedroom septic permit on file. Great location, close to John C....

299494 MLS

138 Compass Meadows Dr, Hayesville image

138 Compass Meadows Dr, Hayesville $329,000

NC MOUNTAIN CREEKFRONT LOG CABIN!! Located at the base of the NC mountains in the heart of Tusquittee, this open floor plan cabin offers 3 spacious bedrooms, 2.5 bathroom...

3 Beds
3 Baths
299489 MLS

282 Saddle Ridge Dr, Warne $365,000 ▲

Spacious creek front home on a large lot/3.39 acres. Gorgeous sunset views from the front porch as well an unobstructed dome of stars on clear nights. This home has every...

3 Beds
3 Baths
299482 MLS

Mission Ridge, Hayesville $199,500

road is solid but overgrown, 4wd is recommended

299480 MLS

179 Chatuge Village Cir, Hayesville image

179 Chatuge Village Cir, Hayesville $459,000

Got Dock? This one does!! Two docks and a waterfront deck to be exact and you won't find a move-in ready home ON the lake for this price so hurry or someone else will be ...

2 Beds
3 Baths
299475 MLS

813 Sneaking Creek, Hayesville $289,000

CHARMING MAIN LEVEL LIVING HOME IN THE WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS! BEAUTIFUL VIEWS FROM THIS 2 BEDROOM AND 2 FULL BATH HOME WITH LEVEL YARD. A DEN THAT COULD BE AN ...

2 Beds
2 Baths
299473 MLS

16 Sneaking Creek Lane, Hayesville image

16 Sneaking Creek Lane, Hayesville $429,900

You're gonna fall in love with this storybook family friendly home on Lake Chatuge. Become captivated as you walk through the doors by the floor to ceiling wood burning f...

4 Beds
3 Baths
299472 MLS

PCL 2 Walker Point Rd, Hayesville $400,000 ▲

GENTLE LAKEFRONT LOT ON LAKE CHATUGE WITH A COVERED SINGLE BOAT SLIP DOCK!! This beautifully wooded lakefront lot offers a very gentle/level grade walk down to Lake Chatu...

299470 MLS

LOT 2 Hwy 64, Hayesville $159,000 ▲

A GREAT AFFORDABLE commercial lot on Hayesville's major commercial corridor. This lot has .47 acre outside of the highway right of way. Water, Sewer and Electricity are a...

261749 MLS

283 Ashe Point Drive, Hayesville $825,000

LAKEFRONT LIVING AT IT'S BEST IN THE NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS!! Nestled on the banks on pristine Lake Chatuge, this lakefront home offers a level shaded backyard down to ...

3 Beds
3 Baths
299457 MLS

147 Little Brook Drive, Hayesville image

147 Little Brook Drive, Hayesville $255,000

EASY ACCESS ONE LEVEL LIVING! This split plan cabin offers a living room with multi-ridge mountain views, paved access, 3 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms all on the main level, a ...

3 Beds
3 Baths
299454 MLS

1012 Wikle Road, Hayesville $225,000

PRIVATE RIDGE TOP CABIN IN THE NORTH CAROLINA MOUNTAINS! Located on a beautifully wooded ridge, this home offers a spacious living room with oak wood floors, wood stove, ...

3 Beds
3 Baths
299452 MLS

LT 25 Meadows At Chatuge, Hayesville image

LT 25 Meadows At Chatuge, Hayesville $299,900

Gently rolling lake lot with a platform dock already in place. Enjoy a nice mountain and lake view year-round from this beautiful lot. Public water is available. Great ne...

299425 MLS

7 Dogwood Hollar Lane, Hayesville $249,900

Immaculately maintained residence in the heart of Chatuge Village; a Hayesville lake community. This charming home features 2 bedrooms, 3 full baths with a spacious loft ...

2 Beds
3 Baths
299423 MLS

LT 32 Barlow Fields, Hayesville $29,000

Large beautiful lot in the greatly desired neighborhood of Barlow Fields. Lot has multiple building spots to fit your needs. Build your mountain escape or forever home up...

299388 MLS

275 Fires Creek, Hayesville $249,900

Stop!!! Check out this Beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath Ranch Style Home located just outside of town in the Fires Creek area. This home has a majestic mountain view and a gorg...

3 Beds
2 Baths
299359 MLS

LT25 Mccracken Cove, Hayesville $22,500

Deeded Lake access lot, level to gentle terrain, community water, wonderful building site. Come build that dream home or weekend getaway, wonderful small lake community.

299360 MLS

136 Golden Pond Drive, Hayesville $385,000

Quality construction, 2 x 6 construction & metal roof. 1.18 level acres with year round mountain views. Main level is open living, dining area & kitchen has S/S appliance...

2 Beds
3 Baths
299350 MLS

LT 12 The Springs, Hayesville $16,500

Beautiful views and wonderful buildable site. Make this your escape to the mountains. Wonderful private community.

299328 MLS

LOT D The Springs, Hayesville $25,000

Wonderful opportunity to build your own mountain getaway with beautiful views in a private community.

299320 MLS