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Off market jul 2023 for $538K

$656,093

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,514/mo

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172 Short Rd, Cashiers, NC 28717

About this home

Escape to this pondside paradise that will leave you breathless! This newly renovated cottage has been transformed into a rustic yet luxurious space that's perfect for anyone seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Relax in the new hot tub, installed in 2022, after a day of exploring the nearby Nantahala National Forest, or unwind on the spacious wrap-around deck with a morning coffee or glass of wine. The cottage features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, all on one level, with high-quality beds for a restful night's sleep. The fully equipped modernized kitchen includes granite countertops and all the amenities you need to cook your own meals, or take a 20-30 minute drive to nearby towns like Cashiers and Highlands to dine in their many fabulous restaurants. This lakeside oasis is a nature lover's dream, with plenty of nearby hiking trails, waterfalls, and opportunities for fly fishing and sightseeing. You can take a short drive to Lake Glenville, Lake Jocassee, or Lake Toxaway for swimming, boating, and other water sports. The cabin is also near the Ellicott Rock Wilderness Area of the Nantahala National Forest and the Chattooga River, where you can find the Iron Bridge. The cabin is secluded and peaceful, surrounded by mountain laurel and other beautiful flora. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this amazing lakeside cottage! With its recent renovation and luxurious amenities, it's the perfect getaway for you and your family. Offered fully furnished, this property has an excellent rental history with repeat tenants, making it a smart investment for your future. Contact us today to schedule a viewing or purchase this fantastic property before it's too late!

Single-familyProperty Type

1997Year Built

0.72 acresLot Size

Listed by Bambi Famous Kaine • Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.

Contact: 8287431999

Bought with Rob Whitney • Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:HCMLS #102041

Redfin Estimate

$656,093

$118K since sold in July 2023$28K since October

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This home's estimate is 54.3% lower than the average sale price ($1.44M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 9, 2026
$1,550,000
A
3 beds3 baths1,946 sq ft
174 Garnet Rock Trl, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD JUL 23, 2026
$1,100,000
B
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
4 Woodland Ln, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD DEC 29, 2025
$637,500
C
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
500 Walkingstick Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$745,000
D
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
19-B Whiteside Mountain RD Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$1,450,000
E
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
845 Whiteside Mountain Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD SEP 23, 2026
$3,140,000
F
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
120 Split Rail Row, Highlands, NC 28741

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$212,349

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Rent

$2,603/mo

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Market trends in 28717, NC

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

93.8%

+1.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.9M

$145K MoM

Avg. days on market

106d

19 days MoM

Recently sold homes

14 MoM

New listings for sale

3D WALKTHROUGH
$2,200,000
4 beds4 baths— sq ft
10 Bent Tree Ln, Cashiers, NC 28717
3D WALKTHROUGH
$574,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
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Sale history for 172 Short Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #102041

Jul 20, 2023

Sold

$538,000

May 5, 2023

Listed

$589,500

Public Records

Jan 11, 2022

Sold

$510,000

Public Records

Aug 12, 2021

Sold

$437,000

HCMLS #95465

Mar 1, 2021

Sold

$155,000

Dec 28, 2020

Listed

$155,000

+16

Nestled on 0.72 acre, bordering thousands of acres of National Forest offering miles of scenic trails, this 3 bed, 2 bath hideaway off Bull Pen Road is perfect for those who don't want restrictions. Flat lot adjacent to a pond, one-level with an open floor plan, eat-in kitchen, and a lot of light; the remote location offers privacy, yet is only a 12-mile drive from the town of Cashiers. Perfect starter home tucked in the woods; aggressively priced and in need of a little TLC.

Public Records

Dec 18, 2006

Sold

$135,000

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,936 (−2.3%)

$88,340 + $467,029

$555,369

2025

$1,981 (+19.6%)

$88,340 + $467,029

$555,369

2024

$1,656

$52,300 + $321,600

$373,900

2023

$1,656

$52,300 + $321,600

$373,900

2022

$1,656 (+131.0%)

$52,300 + $321,600

$373,900

2021

$717 (+2.4%)

$52,300 + $321,600

$373,900

2020

$700

$52,300 + $106,880

$159,180

2019

$700

$59,900 + $92,910

$152,810

2018

$700 (+2.2%)

$59,900 + $92,910

$152,810

2017

$685

$59,900 + $92,910

$152,810

2016

$685 (+31.5%)

$59,900 + $92,910

$152,810

2014

$521

$39,170 + $117,220

$156,390

Tax history for 172 Short Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$1,936 (−2.3%)

$88,340 + $467,029

$555,369

2025

$1,981 (+19.6%)

$88,340 + $467,029

$555,369

2024

$1,656

$52,300 + $321,600

$373,900

2023

$1,656

$52,300 + $321,600

$373,900

2022

$1,656 (+131.0%)

$52,300 + $321,600

$373,900

2021

$717 (+2.4%)

$52,300 + $321,600

$373,900

2020

$700

$52,300 + $106,880

$159,180

2019

$700

$59,900 + $92,910

$152,810

2018

$700 (+2.2%)

$59,900 + $92,910

$152,810

2017

$685

$59,900 + $92,910

$152,810

2016

$685 (+31.5%)

$59,900 + $92,910

$152,810

2014

$521

$39,170 + $117,220

$156,390

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.72 Acres

Year renovated

2021

Sq. Ft.

1,232

Year built

1997

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jackson County

APN

7469-75-9493

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel, Parking Lot

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Heat Pump

Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Furnished: Furnished
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Fireplace Features: None

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Dirt Floor

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Side Porch
Roof: Shingle

Pool Information
Has Spa/Hot Tub

Building Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Frame, Concrete
Foundation Details: Block

Property Features
Waterfront Features: Pond
Has View
Other Structures: Shed(s)

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Rolling Slope
Water Body Name: No Name Known
Lot Size : 0.72
Lot Size Area: 0.72
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.72

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,656

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Other, Septic Tank

Location

Location Information
Directions: From the crossroads of Highways 107 and 64, head South on Highway 107. In 6.9 miles, turn right onto Bull Pen Road. In 3.6 miles, turn right on McCall Road. 1.5 miles, take a left to Short Road. Destination will be at the end of the road.
Subdivision Name: None

Community Information
Community Features: None

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,232
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.72 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2021
County: Jackson County
APN: 7469-75-9493

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8287431999

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Blue Ridge School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 6.1mi

5/10

Blue Ridge Virtual Early College

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 6.1mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 95° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Cashiers, NC • 28717

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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in June and 4.6 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$624,000 – $755,000

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Home values near 172 Short Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
127 Short Road, Cashiers, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1144 Sq. Ft.	—
861 Garnet Hill Lane, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1504 Sq. Ft.	$606,191
140 Deep Woods Lane, Highlands, NC 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3679 Sq. Ft.	$1,204,422
1528 McCall Road, Cashiers, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1752 Sq. Ft.	$1,008,954
1182 McCall Road, Cashiers, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$275,620

Address	Redfin Estimate
67 Short Road, Cashiers, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 408 Sq. Ft.	—
840 Garnet Hill Lane, Highlands, NC 4 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4014 Sq. Ft.	$1,575,029
1161 Garnet Hill Lane, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1540 Sq. Ft.	$1,311,386
1526 McCall Road, Cashiers, NC 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1584 Sq. Ft.	$549,004
1241 McCall Road, Cashiers, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 3190 Sq. Ft.	$1,187,800

Address	Redfin Estimate
1638 McCall Road, Cashiers, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2001 Sq. Ft.	$788,997
997 Garnet Hill Lane, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1680 Sq. Ft.	$1,169,695
1664 McCall Road, Cashiers, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2040 Sq. Ft.	$638,714
1524 McCall Road, Cashiers, NC 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 828 Sq. Ft.	$427,170
1180 McCall Road, Cashiers, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1770 Sq. Ft.	$750,895

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