Escape the everyday in this charming cottage tucked away on 1.6 private acres, where easy living meets the serenity of a peaceful retreat. Whether used as a full-time residence or a getaway, this property offers a rare connection to nature and established landscaping, and walking trails throughout the grounds. Enjoy the beauty of all four seasons. Inside, extensive updates create a truly move-in-ready home. The fully renovated kitchen features newer appliances, a gas range, granite countertops, a stainless farmhouse sink, and custom cabinetry. The bathroom has been fully renovated, and the home includes all new plumbing, new flooring, fresh interior and exterior paint, and updated light fixtures. Additional improvements include new windows and new doors, a Quadra-Fire wood stove, mini-split system, new roof, new gutters, newer water heater, whole-house water filtration system, and custom closet shelving and doors. This beautiful and private cottage is conveniently located near I-26, the Tryon International Equestrian Center, Tryon, Saluda, Hendersonville, and the best of Western North Carolina.
Active
$349,900
1586 Skyuka Mountain Rd, Columbus, NC 28722
1beds
881sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
1.6 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$397/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully renovated kitchenCharming cottageEstablished landscapingUpdated light fixturesGranite countertopsGas rangeNew windows
- 20 days |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: February 07, 2026 at 03:57am
Listing Provided by:
Margo Barbee margo.barbee@allentate.com,
Howard Hanna Beverly-Hanks
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 4340363
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom full
- Level: Main
Bonus room
- Level: Main
Dining area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Main
Heating
- Ductless, Wood Stove
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Has basement: No
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 881
- Total interior livable area: 881 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 881
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 1.6 Acres
- Features: Level, Private, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: P46100 & P46110
- Zoning: MU
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Arts and Crafts,Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Columbus
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $397/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $158,476
- Annual tax amount: $758
- Date on market: 2/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 20 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
- Road surface type: Asphalt, Paved
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $349,900+32%$397/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4340363 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  RE/MAX International Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2021 | Pending sale | $265,000+191.2%$301/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX International #3719838 Report a problem | ||
| 10/7/2016 | Sold | $91,000$103/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3173639 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $758 +13.7% | $138,371 +42.7% |
| 2024 | $667 +2.2% | $96,981 |
| 2023 | $653 +4.3% | $96,981 |
| 2022 | $626 | $96,981 |
| 2021 | $626 +13.3% | $96,981 +22.6% |
| 2020 | $552 +6.8% | $79,120 |
| 2019 | $517 +15.2% | $79,120 |
| 2018 | $449 -6% | $79,120 -27.3% |
| 2017 | $478 -29.9% | $108,783 |
| 2016 | $682 | $108,783 |
| 2015 | $682 +4.1% | -- |
| 2014 | $655 | -- |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,810/mo
Principal & interest
$1641
Property taxes
$169
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28722
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Tryon Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 3.2 mi
- 4/10Polk County Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 4.3 mi
- 4/10Polk County High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Tryon
- Middle: Polk
- High: Polk
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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