Off market dec 2015 for $450K

$1,013,335

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sq ft

226 Bear Log Rd, Cashiers, NC 28717

About this home

The signature view of the Whiteside Mtn rockface spanning from Highlands cliffs all the way to Devil's Courthouse from this rambling brick home. Almost 6 acres total, near level w/ a spring, stream & approx 689 ft adjoining over 5000 acres of Nat'l Forest. A great opportunity to get a lot of enjoyable square footage w/ 3 bedrooms on the main floor. The property has tons of potential w/ nice level grassy yards, mature azaleas & rhododendrons. Private well; 2 car garage. Family rm. Convenient to Cashiers.

Single-familyProperty Type

1975Year Built

5.97 acresLot Size

2 car garageParking

Listed by Michael Cox • Betsy Paul Properties, Inc.

Contact: 8287430880

Bought with Tom Willson • WILLSON PROPERTIES

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:HCMLS #81445

Redfin Estimate

$1,013,335

$563K since sold in December 2015$141K since September

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This home's estimate is 43.9% lower than the average sale price ($1.81M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$1,768,494
A
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
115 Big Terrapin Trce, Cashiers, NC 28717
SOLD AUG 13, 2026
$1,325,000
B
3 beds3.5 baths3,268 sq ft
162 Highview Rd, Cashiers, NC 28717
SOLD DEC 12, 2025
$1,700,000
C
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
36 Devils Courthouse Vw, Cashiers, NC 28717
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$1,450,000
D
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
845 Whiteside Mountain Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD SEP 8, 2026
$1,950,000
E
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
140 Wildflower Dr, Cashiers, NC 28717
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$2,650,000
F
4 beds5 baths— sq ft
653 Country Club Dr, Highlands, NC 28741

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Market trends in 28717, NC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

92.8%

+1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$54K MoM

Avg. days on market

88d

18 days MoM

Recently sold homes

9 MoM

New listings for sale

3D WALKTHROUGH
$555,000
4 beds3 baths— sq ft
170 Spur Rd, Cashiers, NC 28717
$1,995,000
2 beds4.5 baths3,000 sq ft
27 Elk Cove Cv, Cashiers, NC 28717
3D & VIDEO TOUR
$4,250,000
4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
39 Wild Turkey Rd, Cashiers, NC 28717
$1,850,000
4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
16 High Hammock Way, Cashiers, NC 28717
3D WALKTHROUGH
$595,900
3 beds2 baths1,144 sq ft
127 Short Rd, Cashiers, NC 28717
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Sale history for 226 Bear Log Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,116 (+6.2%)

$200,010 + $391,157

$591,167

2024

$1,991

$194,420 + $257,800

$452,220

2023

$1,991

$194,420 + $257,800

$452,220

2022

$1,991 (+5.8%)

$194,420 + $257,800

$452,220

2021

$1,882

$194,420 + $257,800

$452,220

2020

$1,883

$194,420 + $257,800

$452,220

2019

$1,883

$177,540 + $263,310

$440,850

2018

$1,883 (+2.4%)

$177,540 + $263,310

$440,850

2017

$1,839

$177,540 + $263,310

$440,850

2016

$1,838 (−6.5%)

$177,540 + $263,310

$440,850

2014

$1,965

$237,680 + $426,860

$664,540

Tax history for 226 Bear Log Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,116 (+6.2%)

$200,010 + $391,157

$591,167

2024

$1,991

$194,420 + $257,800

$452,220

2023

$1,991

$194,420 + $257,800

$452,220

2022

$1,991 (+5.8%)

$194,420 + $257,800

$452,220

2021

$1,882

$194,420 + $257,800

$452,220

2020

$1,883

$194,420 + $257,800

$452,220

2019

$1,883

$177,540 + $263,310

$440,850

2018

$1,883 (+2.4%)

$177,540 + $263,310

$440,850

2017

$1,839

$177,540 + $263,310

$440,850

2016

$1,838 (−6.5%)

$177,540 + $263,310

$440,850

2014

$1,965

$237,680 + $426,860

$664,540

*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

5.97 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

4,818

Year built

1975

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Jackson County

APN

7570-64-4405

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 17, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Gravel, Paved

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3

Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), None
Has Heating
Heating: Electric

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Parquet, Tile, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Basement, Masonry, Wood Burning Stove

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Walk-Out Access

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick

Property Features
Waterfront Features: Stream
Has View
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish

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

Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Rolling Slope
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Lot Size : 5.97
Lot Size Area: 5.97
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 5.97
Zoning Description: Residential

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,965.71

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Electric: Generator
Utilities: Cable Available

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $600
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $50

Location Information
Directions: From the Cashiers crossroads, take US 107 S. to right on Found Forest Road. At the Found Forest private community sign, turn left onto Bear Log Road. Home is 226 Bear Log Road.
Subdivision Name: Found Forest

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,818
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5.97 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: Jackson County
APN: 7570-64-4405

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8287430880

Around this home

Schools

Blue Ridge School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 4.6mi

5/10

Blue Ridge Virtual Early College

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

4/10 Fire Factor

0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 92° expected this year, 16 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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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

$963,000 – $1.17M

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Home values near 226 Bear Log Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
346 Bear Log Rd, Cashiers, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1923 Sq. Ft.	$551,843
74 Bear Log Rd, Cashiers, NC 5 Beds \| 6 Baths \| 5288 Sq. Ft.	$2,390,859

Address	Redfin Estimate
361 Bear Log Rd, Cashiers, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2374 Sq. Ft.	$1,168,123
336 Bear Log Rd, Cashiers, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3706 Sq. Ft.	$1,481,037

Address	Redfin Estimate
146 Bear Log Rd, Cashiers, NC 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$932,285
735 Bear Log Rd, Cashiers, NC 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3060 Sq. Ft.	$1,349,687

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