Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Cullowhee, NC

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Investment Property for Sale in Cullowhee, NC

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
22 S Sundrops Trail Cullowhee, NC Turnkey, beautifully appointed, and income-producing - this townhome in Sundrops on Caney ...	2 beds \| 3 baths \| 1,630 sq.ft.	$425,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.46% Traditional cash on cash: 3.69% Airbnb Rental Income: $1020 Traditional Rental Income: $2315 Airbnb ROI: -0.46% Traditional ROI: 3.69%
541 Summer Hill Road lot: 39 & 31 Cullowhee, NC Nestled in the prestigious Summer Hill community overlooking the serene waters of Lake Gle...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$4,250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.14% Traditional cash on cash: -0.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $4788 Airbnb ROI: -1.14% Traditional ROI: -0.2%
1783 W. Cliff Road lot: 5-9 Cullowhee, NC If you have been waiting for the perfect mountain home with the long distance vistas, then...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$1,400,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.46% Traditional cash on cash: 0.83% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $2686 Airbnb ROI: -0.46% Traditional ROI: 0.83%
117 Amberleaf Way Cullowhee, NC Tucked away in a serene riverfront community in the heart of Cullowhee, this custom home o...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$1,240,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.45% Traditional cash on cash: 2.01% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $3839 Airbnb ROI: -0.45% Traditional ROI: 2.01%
249 Gudger Hill Rd Cullowhee, NC This beautifully remodeled home, nestled in a quiet, friendly neighborhood in scenic Cullo...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$595,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.19% Traditional cash on cash: 3.41% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $3009 Airbnb ROI: -0.19% Traditional ROI: 3.41%
574 Pine Creek Road Cullowhee, NC Come take a look at this beautiful home situated just a short drive to the fast sprouting ...	1 beds \| 2 baths \| 768 sq.ft.	$190,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.45% Traditional cash on cash: 8.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $907 Traditional Rental Income: $1826 Airbnb ROI: 1.45% Traditional ROI: 8.42%
321 Mariposa Lane Cullowhee, NC Attention all nature lovers! Newly priced log cabin tucked away in the woods of Western NC...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$799,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.05% Traditional cash on cash: 4.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $4761 Airbnb ROI: 0.05% Traditional ROI: 4.99%
310 Mount Admire Road lot: 70 & 71 Cullowhee, NC East meets West in this unique, Greene and Greene-influenced, Japanese-style mountain geta...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$3,100,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.85% Traditional cash on cash: 0.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $4737 Airbnb ROI: -0.85% Traditional ROI: 0.42%
124 LIGHT WATERS DR Cullowhee, NC Riverfront New Construction: Mountain Luxury on the Water! Welcome to your dream home nest...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$675,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.28% Traditional cash on cash: 4.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $3853 Airbnb ROI: -0.28% Traditional ROI: 4.11%
268 Tocami Trail lot: 1, 2 Cullowhee, NC Lake Glenville Luxury Retreat: Private Dock, Designer Renovation, and Turnkey Perfection! ...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$2,500,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.79% Traditional cash on cash: 0.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $4789 Airbnb ROI: -0.79% Traditional ROI: 0.8%
62 Channel View Drive lot: 11 Cullowhee, NC Discover the perfect blend of craftsmanship, comfort, and breathtaking mountain and lake v...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$1,698,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.64% Traditional cash on cash: 1.27% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $4111 Airbnb ROI: -0.64% Traditional ROI: 1.27%
407 MONTEITH GAP RD Cullowhee, NC Discover the perfect blend of convenience and comfort in this spacious built home located ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$390,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.24% Traditional cash on cash: 3.25% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $1741 Airbnb ROI: 1.24% Traditional ROI: 3.25%
210 Triple Fork Road Cullowhee, NC Mountain escape home. Family or Vacation Rental Home. Located in a popular vacation and re...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$575,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.48% Traditional cash on cash: 1.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $1765 Airbnb ROI: 0.48% Traditional ROI: 1.89%
124 Compass Rose Way lot: 34 Cullowhee, NC Discover the perfect canvas for your dream mountain retreat on this 2.2-acre lot in the so...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$1,500,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.4% Traditional cash on cash: 2.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $4730 Airbnb ROI: -0.4% Traditional ROI: 2.21%
55 Derby Road Cullowhee, NC Charming 2BR/2BA condo just steps from Western Carolina University! This updated unit feat...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$209,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.46% Traditional cash on cash: 6.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $1020 Traditional Rental Income: $1604 Airbnb ROI: 1.46% Traditional ROI: 6.19%
197 Briar Patch Rd Cullowhee, NC Full of warmth and character, this renovated 4BD/2BA home is tucked away in a private sett...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$525,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.2% Traditional cash on cash: 1.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $1966 Airbnb ROI: 0.2% Traditional ROI: 1.98%
56 Faraway Drive Cullowhee, NC This charming cabin has been cherished and lovingly maintained by its owners for over fort...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$385,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.37% Traditional cash on cash: 3.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $1020 Traditional Rental Income: $1794 Airbnb ROI: 0.37% Traditional ROI: 3.5%
935 Glenshore Drive lot: 9 Cullowhee, NC Enjoy breathtaking views of Lake Glenville from this brand-new, high-end construction nest...	5 beds \| 6 baths \| N/A	$6,750,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.93% Traditional cash on cash: -0.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $1233 Traditional Rental Income: $6119 Airbnb ROI: -0.93% Traditional ROI: -0.09%
71 Buggy Barn Road Cullowhee, NC Tucked away in a serene country landscape, this beautifully renovated cottage bungalow off...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$370,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.41% Traditional cash on cash: 4.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $1020 Traditional Rental Income: $2026 Airbnb ROI: 0.41% Traditional ROI: 4.34%
453 Bright Mountain Road lot: 11 Cullowhee, NC You are immediately encouraged to view a transformation of epic proportions...while it's s...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$1,425,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.5% Traditional cash on cash: 1.5% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $3741 Airbnb ROI: -0.5% Traditional ROI: 1.5%
938 Shepherds Gap Rd Cullowhee, NC Price reduced 100k. Live in your luxury resort view home. Gorgeous custom home at 4,000' (...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$1,895,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.41% Traditional cash on cash: 0% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $3490 Airbnb ROI: -1.41% Traditional ROI: 0%
96 LIGHT WATERS DR Cullowhee, NC Riverfront New Construction: Modern Luxury Meets Serene Living! Welcome to your dream hom...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$785,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.5% Traditional cash on cash: 3.37% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $3918 Airbnb ROI: -0.5% Traditional ROI: 3.37%
222 Notta Road Cullowhee, NC Now available, sitting at above 3500 feet in elevaton is a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath, 2 Story Cu...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$1,299,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.45% Traditional cash on cash: 1.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $2992 Airbnb ROI: -0.45% Traditional ROI: 1.19%
186 GRAYLING DR Cullowhee, NC Mountain luxury and income potential come together in this stunning riverfront retreat on ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$695,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.07% Traditional cash on cash: 2.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $2564 Airbnb ROI: 0.07% Traditional ROI: 2.47%
121 Speedwell Baptist Church Road Cullowhee, NC Finalize your creek front dream home! This home design offers expansive living spaces! It ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$349,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.72% Traditional cash on cash: 6.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $2453 Airbnb ROI: 1.72% Traditional ROI: 6.13%
660 660 Montieth Gap Cullowhee, NC Cozy, convenient and affordable. Located 1 easy mile off WCU campus on state paved road. ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 768 sq.ft.	$212,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.55% Traditional cash on cash: 5.77% Airbnb Rental Income: $1020 Traditional Rental Income: $1509 Airbnb ROI: 1.55% Traditional ROI: 5.77%
205 Blackwood Road Cullowhee, NC Just 7 minutes from Western Carolina University, this 4 bedroom, 2 bath single-level ranch...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$339,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.3% Traditional cash on cash: 6.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $2684 Airbnb ROI: 1.3% Traditional ROI: 6.3%
199 Springhead Trail lot: 59 Cullowhee, NC 2023 Pristine Dream Home on a perfect lot in the Ridges section of Trillium Links & Lake C...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$2,385,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.87% Traditional cash on cash: -0.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $2651 Airbnb ROI: -0.87% Traditional ROI: -0.13%
36 Chimney Stone Way Cullowhee, NC Welcome to your dream riverfront escape â where impeccable craftsmanship, high-end finis...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$965,400	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.59% Traditional cash on cash: 1.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $1020 Traditional Rental Income: $2730 Airbnb ROI: -0.59% Traditional ROI: 1.71%
5 N Ridgeline Road lot: 11-N Cullowhee, NC New home breaking ground soon in the boutique Tocami community on Lake Glenville, NC! This...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$3,700,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.78% Traditional cash on cash: 0.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $5533 Airbnb ROI: -0.78% Traditional ROI: 0.52%
233 Strawberry Hill Road lot: 17 Cullowhee, NC This sweet, updated cottage is located just across the road from picturesque Lake Glenvill...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$489,900	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.22% Traditional cash on cash: 2.8% Airbnb Rental Income: $1020 Traditional Rental Income: $2047 Airbnb ROI: -0.22% Traditional ROI: 2.8%
973 Sitting Rock Trail Cullowhee, NC 143+/- Acres Estate in a 1,250 acres Prestigious Mountain Preserve - Nestled in a private,...	5 beds \| 7 baths \| N/A	$5,500,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.09% Traditional cash on cash: 0.06% Airbnb Rental Income: $1233 Traditional Rental Income: $6707 Airbnb ROI: -1.09% Traditional ROI: 0.06%
159 Comanche Road Cullowhee, NC NEW CONSTRUCTION. MOUNTAIN VIEW, +-200 STREAM FRONT, 28' WALL OF GLASS overlooking sunset ...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 3,550 sq.ft.	$1,549,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.5% Traditional cash on cash: 0.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $2631 Airbnb ROI: -0.5% Traditional ROI: 0.57%
29 Winterberry Drive Cullowhee, NC Turnkey 8-unit multifamily property in Cullowhee, NC - located just minutes from WCU. 29 W...	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$695,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.21% Traditional cash on cash: 1.09% Airbnb Rental Income: $1179 Traditional Rental Income: $1640 Airbnb ROI: -0.21% Traditional ROI: 1.09%
141 Speedwell Baptist Church Road Cullowhee, NC Finalize your creek front dream home! This home design offers expansive living spaces! It ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$349,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.96% Traditional cash on cash: 5.38% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $2457 Airbnb ROI: 0.96% Traditional ROI: 5.38%
421 Easter Lane lot: 4 Rev Cullowhee, NC On the shores of Lake Glenville, Deer Run Cottage emerges as poetry written in timber and ...	4 beds \| 6 baths \| N/A	$6,650,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.93% Traditional cash on cash: 0.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $7242 Airbnb ROI: -0.93% Traditional ROI: 0.07%
66 Jones Hollow Rd 28723 lot: 2 Cullowhee, NC Tucked inside the gated community of Cross Creek Reserve, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$474,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.79% Traditional cash on cash: 4.1% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $2471 Airbnb ROI: 0.79% Traditional ROI: 4.1%
48 Upsy Daisy Lane lot: 1 Cullowhee, NC Unique Opportunity in the Heart of Bright Mountain - Nearly 2 Acres Near Lake Glenville Th...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$249,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.12% Traditional cash on cash: 8.28% Airbnb Rental Income: $1020 Traditional Rental Income: $2345 Airbnb ROI: 1.12% Traditional ROI: 8.28%
112 Hawks Nest Ridge Cullowhee, NC Are you ready for your dreams to come true in the NC Mountains? Come see this traditional ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$899,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.16% Traditional cash on cash: 2.34% Airbnb Rental Income: $1435 Traditional Rental Income: $3094 Airbnb ROI: -0.16% Traditional ROI: 2.34%
545 Cross Creek Trail lot: 15 Rev Cullowhee, NC Set against the backdrop of Shortoff Mountain, this property offers a serene mountain life...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$2,995,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.99% Traditional cash on cash: 0.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $1535 Traditional Rental Income: $4721 Airbnb ROI: -0.99% Traditional ROI: 0.31%

Real Estate investment in Cullowhee, NC

There are 56 properties for sale in the city of Cullowhee . The median list price in Cullowhee is $695,000 and the average price per square foot is $404. In December 2025, the average monthly cash on cash return in Cullowhee is 2.00%. The average monthly rental income in Cullowhee is $2,686.

Cullowhee, NC Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 56 investment properties available for sale in Cullowhee.

In 2025, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Cullowhee.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Cullowhee with average rental income of $1,435.

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Investment Property for Sale in Cullowhee, NC

22 S Sundrops Trail

Cullowhee, NC

2 beds | 3 baths | 1,630 sq.ft.

$425,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.46%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.69%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1020

Traditional Rental Income: $2315

Airbnb ROI: -0.46%

Traditional ROI: 3.69%

541 Summer Hill Road lot: 39 & 31

Cullowhee, NC

4 beds | 5 baths | N/A

$4,250,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -1.14%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.2%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1535

Traditional Rental Income: $4788

Airbnb ROI: -1.14%

Traditional ROI: -0.2%

1783 W. Cliff Road lot: 5-9

Cullowhee, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | N/A

$1,400,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.46%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.83%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1435

Traditional Rental Income: $2686

Airbnb ROI: -0.46%

Traditional ROI: 0.83%

117 Amberleaf Way

Cullowhee, NC

3 beds | 4 baths | N/A

$1,240,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.45%

Traditional cash on cash: 2.01%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1435

Traditional Rental Income: $3839

Airbnb ROI: -0.45%

Traditional ROI: 2.01%

249 Gudger Hill Rd

Cullowhee, NC

3 beds | 2 baths | N/A

$595,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.19%

Traditional cash on cash: 3.41%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1435

Traditional Rental Income: $3009

Airbnb ROI: -0.19%

Traditional ROI: 3.41%

574 Pine Creek Road

Cullowhee, NC

1 beds | 2 baths | 768 sq.ft.

$190,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.45%

Traditional cash on cash: 8.42%

Airbnb Rental Income: $907

Traditional Rental Income: $1826

Airbnb ROI: 1.45%

Traditional ROI: 8.42%

321 Mariposa Lane

Cullowhee, NC

4 beds | 5 baths | N/A

$799,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.05%

Traditional cash on cash: 4.99%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1535

Traditional Rental Income: $4761

Airbnb ROI: 0.05%

Traditional ROI: 4.99%

310 Mount Admire Road lot: 70 & 71

Cullowhee, NC

4 beds | 5 baths | N/A

$3,100,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.85%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.42%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1535

Traditional Rental Income: $4737

Airbnb ROI: -0.85%