A rare property in the current market, this charming mountain cabin is on unrestricted 2.267+/- acres. The cabin offers all-on-one level living, 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath and a nice open space from the living room to kitchen with a spacious covered front porch. Home has had recent improvements and some vacation rental history as well. Home is being sold fully furnished and stocked with all the necessities, so you could start renting on day one of ownership. Because of the size of the property, a second home could possibly be built on the property. The property location is only minutes away from Lake Glenville beach access, two public boat launches and convenient to both downtown Cashiers and Highlands.
Single-familyProperty Type
1970Year Built
2.27 acresLot Size
$396Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Rob Whitney• Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.
Bought with Rob Whitney• Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.
Source:HCMLS #96032
Redfin Estimate
$297,907
$106K since sold in December 2023$12K since September
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This home's estimate is 57.2% lower than the average sale price ($696K) of 5 comparable homes.
A rare property in the current market, this charming mountain cabin is on unrestricted 2.267+/- acres. The cabin offers all-on-one level living, 2 bedrooms and 1 full bath and a nice open space from the living room to kitchen with a spacious covered front porch. Home has had recent improvements and some vacation rental history as well. Home is being sold fully furnished and stocked with all the necessities, so you could start renting on day one of ownership. Because of the size of the property, a second home could possibly be built on the property. The property location is only minutes away from Lake Glenville beach access, two public boat launches and convenient to both downtown Cashiers and Highlands.
HCMLS #88879
Aug 20, 2018
Sold
$115,000
$153/sq ft
Jul 10, 2018
Listed
$124,900
$166/sq ft
Quintessential mountain cottage on 2 gorgeous wooded acres. Enjoy cool days sitting on the covered porch or delight in warm evenings by the old wood stove in the living room. Wood floors add to the rustic charm of this cabin. Close to Cashiers and Lake Glenville. Wonderful property at an affordable price.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$793 (−2.1%)
$75,170 + $129,631
$204,801
2025
$809 (+24.3%)
$75,170 + $129,631
$204,801
2024
$651 (+1.5%)
$63,940 + $64,574
$128,514
2023
$642
$63,940 + $62,250
$126,190
2022
$642 (+9.0%)
$63,940 + $62,250
$126,190
2021
$588 (+2.5%)
$63,940 + $62,250
$126,190
2020
$574
$63,940 + $62,250
$126,190
2019
$574
$89,890 + $31,630
$121,520
2018
$574 (+2.2%)
$89,890 + $31,630
$121,520
2017
$562 (+0.2%)
$89,890 + $31,630
$121,520
2016
$561 (−6.5%)
$89,890 + $31,630
$121,520
2014
$600
$121,220 + $63,190
$184,410
Tax history for 5729 N Norton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$793 (−2.1%)
$75,170 + $129,631
$204,801
2025
$809 (+24.3%)
$75,170 + $129,631
$204,801
2024
$651 (+1.5%)
$63,940 + $64,574
$128,514
2023
$642
$63,940 + $62,250
$126,190
2022
$642 (+9.0%)
$63,940 + $62,250
$126,190
2021
$588 (+2.5%)
$63,940 + $62,250
$126,190
2020
$574
$63,940 + $62,250
$126,190
2019
$574
$89,890 + $31,630
$121,520
2018
$574 (+2.2%)
$89,890 + $31,630
$121,520
2017
$562 (+0.2%)
$89,890 + $31,630
$121,520
2016
$561 (−6.5%)
$89,890 + $31,630
$121,520
2014
$600
$121,220 + $63,190
$184,410
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
May 21, 2024 • Active
Residential accessory structure
ADU
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Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Heating Fuel Type: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air Not Ducted
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Type: Prefab
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Foundation Type: Continuous Wall
Exterior Wall: Frame
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 753
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 753
Building Sq. Ft: 753
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: N NORTON RD
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 98,881
Municipality Name: HAMBURG
Acres: 2.27
County Use Description: RES DWELLING
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Septic
Utility Type: Water Available
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 753
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.27 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Jackson County
APN: 7554-22-2987
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Blue Ridge School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 4.3mi
5/10
Blue Ridge Virtual Early College
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi
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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 90° 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
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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