PRICE IMPROVEMENT!! SHOWINGS START 2/12. BRING YOUR HORSES! THIS IS THE DREAM PROPERTY YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR! Lovely EQUESTRIAN ESTATE boasts 2 lg wood fenced pastures, addt'l electric pasture & 2 bay shed w/spacious feed room. BRAND NEW ALL WEATHER ARENA equipped w/premium drainage system-never miss a day of riding! Enjoy the serene views of your PRIVATE ESTATE from the oversized windows all around the custom-built home. Main level primary suite features walk-in closets, lg bath w/split sinks & whirlpool tub. The great room w/vaulted ceiling & fp is the heart of this home. Kitchen has gas cooking, breakfast nook & newer SS appliances. Upstairs... 2 additional BRs connected by Jack & Jill bath, as well as a huge bonus room ideal for guests, gym or office. SALTWATER POOL w/travertine deck, gazebo, wet bar & more. Too much to list here!! See Agent Remarks for more.
Single-familyProperty Type
1993Year Built
8.1 acresLot Size
$308Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Mary Shumate• Howard Hanna Allen Tate SouthPark
PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!! BRING YOUR HORSES! THIS IS THE DREAM PROPERTY YOU'VE BEEN LOOKING FOR! Lovely EQUESTRIAN ESTATE boasts 2 lg wood fenced pastures, addt'l electric pasture & 2 bay shed w/spacious feed room. BRAND NEW ALL WEATHER ARENA equipped w/premium drainage system-never miss a day of riding! Enjoy the serene views of your PRIVATE ESTATE from the oversized windows all around the custom-built home. Main level primary suite features walk-in closets, lg bath w/split sinks & whirlpool tub. The great room w/vaulted ceiling & fp is the heart of this home. Kitchen has gas cooking, breakfast nook & newer SS appliances. Upstairs... 2 additional BRs connected by Jack & Jill bath, as well as a huge bonus room ideal for guests, gym or office. SALTWATER POOL w/travertine deck, gazebo, wet bar & more. Too much to list here!! See Agent Remarks for more.
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3811697
Apr 19, 2022
Sold
$860,000
$308/sq ft
Feb 22, 2022
Pending
—
Feb 18, 2022
Contingent
—
Feb 11, 2022
Relisted
—
Feb 9, 2022
Price Changed
$845,000
$303/sq ft
Dec 15, 2021
Listed
$949,900
$340/sq ft
Dec 13, 2021
Coming Soon
$949,900
$340/sq ft
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3704544
Apr 15, 2021
Sold
$615,000
$220/sq ft
Feb 10, 2021
Contingent
—
Feb 6, 2021
Listed
$585,000
$210/sq ft
Feb 3, 2021
Coming Soon
$585,000
$210/sq ft
+38
Custom Built Home on 8+ acres of nature & privacy! Beautiful foyer opens to Living Room & Dining Area. Newly updated Kitchen will inspire you w/new quartz countertops, painted cabinets, single bowl sink, custom tile backsplash & metal ceiling tile - one of a kind. Desirable Lg Master Suite on main w/relaxing view & direct outdoor patio access. MasterBA has custom tile & glass shower, garden tub, walk-in partial cedar lined closet, and many other features. Upstairs Bonus Room & Bedrooms have built-in desks; 2 separate counter-tops separated by Jack & Jill bath. Oversized Garage w/separate entrance & new garage doors. Plenty of storage throughout! Relax by incredible custom Outdoor Living Area & Salt Water Pool! Custom travertine stone, pool toy storage & solar shower! Mature trees & landscaping will capture eye along Crape Myrtle lined drive & perennials to brighten your day! Designated fenced pasture w/barn; Outbuildings include; hay & tractor storage. No HOA. Make this your new home!
CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #3012798
Sep 26, 2014
Sold
$375,000
$134/sq ft
Jul 22, 2014
Contingent
—
Jun 16, 2014
Listed
$389,900
$140/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,184 (+16.3%)
$160,800 + $544,500
$705,300
2024
$2,738 (+0.5%)
$160,800 + $544,500
$705,300
2023
$2,725
$67,200 + $381,000
$448,200
2022
$2,726 (−0.2%)
$67,200 + $381,000
$448,200
2021
$2,732 (+8.5%)
$67,200 + $381,100
$448,300
2020
$2,519 (+2.2%)
$58,200 + $264,100
$322,300
2019
$2,466
$58,200 + $264,100
$322,300
2018
$2,466 (+6.3%)
$58,200 + $264,100
$322,300
2017
$2,319 (+3.2%)
$58,200 + $224,700
$282,900
2016
$2,247 (+2.3%)
$58,200 + $224,700
$282,900
2015
$2,196 (−3.3%)
$58,200 + $224,700
$282,900
2014
$2,270 (+14.5%)
$73,710 + $210,010
$283,720
2013
$1,982 (+1.9%)
$73,710 + $210,010
$283,720
2012
$1,946 (−0.9%)
$73,710 + $210,010
$283,720
2011
$1,964
$73,710 + $210,010
$283,720
Tax history for 1517 Helms Short Cut Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,184 (+16.3%)
$160,800 + $544,500
$705,300
2024
$2,738 (+0.5%)
$160,800 + $544,500
$705,300
2023
$2,725
$67,200 + $381,000
$448,200
2022
$2,726 (−0.2%)
$67,200 + $381,000
$448,200
2021
$2,732 (+8.5%)
$67,200 + $381,100
$448,300
2020
$2,519 (+2.2%)
$58,200 + $264,100
$322,300
2019
$2,466
$58,200 + $264,100
$322,300
2018
$2,466 (+6.3%)
$58,200 + $264,100
$322,300
2017
$2,319 (+3.2%)
$58,200 + $224,700
$282,900
2016
$2,247 (+2.3%)
$58,200 + $224,700
$282,900
2015
$2,196 (−3.3%)
$58,200 + $224,700
$282,900
2014
$2,270 (+14.5%)
$73,710 + $210,010
$283,720
2013
$1,982 (+1.9%)
$73,710 + $210,010
$283,720
2012
$1,946 (−0.9%)
$73,710 + $210,010
$283,720
2011
$1,964
$73,710 + $210,010
$283,720
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8.1 Acres
Year renovated
1993
Sq. Ft.
3,130
Year built
1993
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Union County
APN
09289006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 10, 2026.
RA-40
Residential-Agriculture-40 District
The RA-40 district is primarily intended to accommodate agriculture, agriculture-related uses, compatible agribusiness and rural business uses and low-density residential development (including most classes of manufactured housing units). The district is generally intended to apply in areas where central water and/or central sewer service is not widely available.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Other
Public service
Educational / school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 1
SqFt Garage: 598
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Garage - 2 Car, Garage Door Opener, Keypad Entry, Parking Space - 4+, Other
Other Parking: Generously sized circle driveway with ample parking
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Great Room, Wood Burning
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Central, Heat Pump, Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: Attic Stairs Pulldown, Breakfast Bar, Built Ins, Garden Tub, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Tray Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet(s), Whirlpool, Window Treatments
Appliances: Ceiling Fan(s), Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Wall Oven
Exterior Features: Arena, Equestrian Facilities, Fence, Gazebo, Hay Shed, In-Ground Irrigation, Outbuilding(s), Outdoor Shower, In Ground Pool, Shed(s), Terrace, Tractor Shed
Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits, Bath 60 Inch Turning Radius
Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Level, Pasture, Private, Wooded
Lot Size Area: 8.1
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 957 x 441 x 922 x 287
Road Surface Type: Circular, Concrete, Gravel
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Zoning NCM: AF8
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: County Water
Sewer: Septic Installed
Water Heater Information: Gas
Location
Multi-Unit Information
# of Units: 0
Restrictions: None
HOA Information
HOA Subject To Dues: No
HOA Subject To: None
School Information
Elementary School: Unspecified
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified
Location Information
Directions: From Matthews; 485 & 74: take 74 towards Monroe, turn R on MLK Jr Blvd (at Monroe Crossings Mall); turn R on Lancaster Hwy, L on Plyler Mill Rd, L on Helms Short Cut Rd. Home is on the right.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,130
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8.1 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1993
Year Renovated: 1993
County: Union County
APN: 09289006
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 10, 2026
Other
Home Information
Total Primary HLA: 2791
Living Area: 2791
Sq. Ft. Upper: 1015
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 1776
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Sq. Ft. Additional: 0
Building Area Total: 2791
Foundation Details: Slab
Structure Type: One and a Half Story
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Schools
Prospect Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 6.2mi
5/10
Parkwood Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.3mi
4/10
Parkwood High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
8/10
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Climate risks
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
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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