Only 8 minutes from the heart of Cashiers, this serene south-facing lot adjoins the Nantahala National Forest, offering direct access to logging roads and hiking trails right out your doorstep. With selective clearing, enjoy beautiful view potential of Terrapin Mountain. This property is ready for your dream mountain home: Driveway installed and majority of homesite clearing already complete. Deep well drilled and in place. Fiber optic internet available. Expired septic permit on file with Jackson County Health Department. Found Forest now features recently paved roads, making access easy and enjoyable year-round. With its natural privacy, forest access, and build-ready improvements, this lot offers the perfect balance of convenience and seclusion.
Homeowners association in place with an annual fee of $1,200 (required)
Association contact: Norbert Wagner
Financial info
30-day minimum rental restriction
Other
Lot size approximately 2.5 acres
Directions: From Cashiers Crossroads, go south on 107 to Found Forest. Turn right on Found Forest then left on Bear Log Rd. Property is on the right after 346 Bear Log Rd.
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Just 8 minutes from the heart of Cashiers, this serene south-facing lot adjoins the Nantahala National Forest, offering direct access to logging roads and hiking trails right at your doorstep. With selective clearing, enjoy beautiful view potential of Terrapin Mountain. This property is ready for your dream mountain home: Driveway installed and majority of homesite clearing already complete. Deep well drilled and in place. Fiber optic internet available. Expired septic permit on file with Jackson County Health Department. Found Forest now features recently paved roads, making access easy and enjoyable year-round. With its natural privacy, forest access, and build-ready improvements, this lot offers the perfect balance of convenience and seclusion.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4311792
Apr 7, 2026
Relisted
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Jan 19, 2026
Price Changed
$215,000
Oct 8, 2025
Listed
$235,000
HCMLS #1
Jan 19, 2026
Price Changed
$215,000
HCMLS #101579
Apr 12, 2023
Sold
$150,000
Feb 28, 2023
Listed
$155,000
Public Records
Jan 10, 2005
Sold
$79,000
Public Records
Nov 25, 2002
Sold
$55,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$501 (+104.1%)
$150,000
2024
$246
$60,000
2023
$246
$60,000
2022
$246 (+5.1%)
$60,000
2021
$234 (−14.7%)
$60,000
2020
$274
$60,000
2019
$274
$67,890
2018
$274 (+2.5%)
$67,890
2017
$267
$67,890
2016
$267 (−1.8%)
$67,890
2014
$272
$97,290
Public record
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Lot size
2.53 Acres
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Jackson County
APN
7570-73-1617
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Last updated by owner on Sep 29, 2025.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cashiers, NC • 28717
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 1% for direct sun exposure in Cashiers. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
7.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1 Bear Log Rd
$199,873
$15K under list price of $215K
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