This light bright and airy home is located in the sought after neighborhood of The Oaks. Always a desirable location, it now has the distinction of abutting the beautiful new Glen Cove development. It is conveniently located between Highlands and Cashiers and a short distance to Lake Glenville. An easy living home with kitchen open to dining area and living room. The master on the main level has a private screen porch. Laundry and half bath off the hallway completes the Main level comfort. Upstairs are 2 guest bedrooms (on opposite side of home from the master) with a large bath in between. There is also a loft area currently used for a TV room and office. The wrap around deck is perfect for lounging or entertaining with views of both the pond and Whiteside Mountain in the background. The gently rolling 1.87+/- acre lot has direct access to the pond as well as garden areas and a large fire pit. This is easy mountain living at its best - comfort and convenience. Home has been recently painted. There is both a 1 car garage and a 1 car carport plus area for guest parking. Take a look at this lovely home today!
Single-familyProperty Type
1997Year Built
1.87 acresLot Size
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Wanda Klodosky• Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Contact: 8285268300
Bought with Cathy Garren• Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Conveniently located near Cashiers, Highlands and Lake Glenville in the desirable Norton Road area, this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home offers pond frontage and a mountain view! Peaceful setting with 1.87 acres of gently laying property with a fire pit and plenty of space for a garden. Charming interior that is light and bright with wood floors throughout and a floor-to-ceiling gas stone fireplace in the great room. Spacious kitchen with breakfast bar and a separate dining area. The master bedroom is on the main level with a private screened porch which is a great place to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning and enjoy the peace and quiet. Upstairs are two nice sized guest rooms, full bath and an open loft. Easy driveway access, single car garage and plenty of extra space for parking with a turnaround spot. The common area pond has a small dock and is stocked with trout every couple of years. Some furnishings included. Truly a great price for a home with so many features and only 5-10 minutes to restaurants, shopping and more!
Public Records
Oct 31, 2012
Sold
$314,000
Public Records
Mar 10, 1998
Sold
$240,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,067 (+51.7%)
$94,060 + $786,315
$880,375
2024
$2,021
$86,750 + $376,430
$463,180
2023
$2,021
$86,750 + $376,430
$463,180
2022
$2,021 (+24.7%)
$86,750 + $376,430
$463,180
2021
$1,621 (+0.6%)
$86,750 + $376,430
$463,180
2020
$1,611
$85,940 + $305,390
$391,330
2019
$1,611
$73,510 + $305,010
$378,520
2018
$1,611 (+2.4%)
$73,510 + $305,010
$378,520
2017
$1,573
$73,510 + $305,010
$378,520
2016
$1,572 (+5.0%)
$73,510 + $305,010
$378,520
2014
$1,497
$104,150 + $400,520
$504,670
Tax history for 425 Wayfaring Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,067 (+51.7%)
$94,060 + $786,315
$880,375
2024
$2,021
$86,750 + $376,430
$463,180
2023
$2,021
$86,750 + $376,430
$463,180
2022
$2,021 (+24.7%)
$86,750 + $376,430
$463,180
2021
$1,621 (+0.6%)
$86,750 + $376,430
$463,180
2020
$1,611
$85,940 + $305,390
$391,330
2019
$1,611
$73,510 + $305,010
$378,520
2018
$1,611 (+2.4%)
$73,510 + $305,010
$378,520
2017
$1,573
$73,510 + $305,010
$378,520
2016
$1,572 (+5.0%)
$73,510 + $305,010
$378,520
2014
$1,497
$104,150 + $400,520
$504,670
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.89 Acres
Year renovated
2012
Sq. Ft.
2,244
Year built
1997
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Jackson County
APN
7552-65-3556
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
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened, Wrap Around
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Pond
Has View
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Other Structures: Workshop
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 : 1.87
Lot Size Area: 1.87
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.87
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,438.38
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association
Association Fee: $400
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Derived Association Fee (Monthly): $33.33
Location Information
Directions: Take Highway 64 East from Highlands and West from Cashiers. Turn onto Norton Road, left from Highlands, right from Cashiers. Go approx 1.1 miles and take a left into the Oaks on Wayfaring.Road. Bear right at the name signs. House is 1st left after pond.
Subdivision Name: The Oaks
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,244
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 1.89 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1997
Year Renovated: 2012
County: Jackson County
APN: 7552-65-3556
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285268300
Around this home
Schools
Blue Ridge School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 2.3mi
5/10
Blue Ridge Virtual Early College
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 2.3mi
4/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 90° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
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Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.04M – $1.25M
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