This beautiful home on 3.14 acres has a 180 degree view, including Fairfield Lake, Chimney Top, Rock Mountain, and to the far right Whiteside Mountain. A desirable feature is having 3 bedrooms and 3 baths on one level, a gorgeous great room with a huge stone, wood-burning fireplace, a charming den with a gas -log fireplace and built-ins galore, two laundry rooms--one off the master bedroom and one on the other end of the house near one of the guest rooms. The present owner has added many desirable features such as a screened porch stretching the length of the house to enjoy the exquisite view, gas-log fireplace on the porch, tongue and groove ceilings throughout the house, all new windows, and sliding glass doors on the main level. All the bathrooms have been up-graded with beautiful tile and natural stone, including granite counter tops. The kitchen is truly deluxe, Subzero refrigerator, large Thermador gas stove with 2 ovens, all granite counter tops, a wine refrigerator, and a vegetable sink in the large island. Just beyond the kitchen is a charming breakfast area. Gorgeous wood floors are throughout the main floor, including the master and guest bedrooms. His and her closets are part of the spacious master suite. The upstairs has a bedroom and bath, plus two other rooms which can be used as an extra sleeping area, living room, or activity room. The present owner uses one for wrapping gifts, extra storage, and other household activities. On the lower floor is a spacious living room, pool table, and exercise area. Lots of storage here, too! Sliding doors open to another lovely deck. Once you step outside, you will find beautiful landscaping with native plants, an enlarged parking area, and best of all, a fenced-in yard to the side for your pets! This is also a great area for gardening and for once again, taking in the beautiful view. Don't miss seeing this fabulous home. You won't be disappointed!
Single-familyProperty Type
1991Year Built
3.41 acresLot Size
$539Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Sandra Barrow• McKee Properties
Listed by John Barrow• McKee Properties
Bought with Bill Kruckenberger• Sapphire Valley Real Estate
Source:HCMLS #87799
Redfin Estimate
$2,143,229
$1.1M since sold in April 2025$41K since July
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This home's estimate is 38.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.54M) of 6 comparable homes.
This beautiful home on 3.14 acres has a 180 degree view, including Fairfield Lake, Chimney Top, Rock Mountain, and to the far right Whiteside Mountain. A desirable feature is having 3 bedrooms and 3 baths on one level, a gorgeous great room with a huge stone, wood-burning fireplace, a charming den with a gas -log fireplace and built-ins galore, two laundry rooms--one off the master bedroom and one on the other end of the house near one of the guest rooms. The present owner has added many desirable features such as a screened porch stretching the length of the house to enjoy the exquisite view, gas-log fireplace on the porch, tongue and groove ceilings throughout the house, all new windows, and sliding glass doors on the main level. All the bathrooms have been up-graded with beautiful tile and natural stone, including granite counter tops. The kitchen is truly deluxe, Subzero refrigerator, large Thermador gas stove with 2 ovens, all granite counter tops, a wine refrigerator, and a vegetable sink in the large island. Just beyond the kitchen is a charming breakfast area. Gorgeous wood floors are throughout the main floor, including the master and guest bedrooms. His and her closets are part of the spacious master suite. The upstairs has a bedroom and bath, plus two other rooms which can be used as an extra sleeping area, living room, or activity room. The present owner uses one for wrapping gifts, extra storage, and other household activities. On the lower floor is a spacious living room, pool table, and exercise area. Lots of storage here, too! Sliding doors open to another lovely deck. Once you step outside, you will find beautiful landscaping with native plants, an enlarged parking area, and best of all, a fenced-in yard to the side for your pets! This is also a great area for gardening and for once again, taking in the beautiful view. Don't miss seeing this fabulous home. You won't be disappointed!
Public Records
Dec 15, 2005
Sold
$1,522,500
$383/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 10, 2004
Sold
$1,125,000
$283/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,270 (+33.7%)
$250,000 + $1,578,192
$1,828,192
2024
$4,690
$250,000 + $856,590
$1,106,590
2023
$4,690
$250,000 + $856,590
$1,106,590
2022
$4,690 (+5.3%)
$250,000 + $856,590
$1,106,590
2021
$4,453 (+22.0%)
$250,000 + $856,590
$1,106,590
2020
$3,650
$250,000 + $856,590
$1,106,590
2019
$3,650
$175,000 + $699,110
$874,110
2018
$3,650 (+2.5%)
$175,000 + $699,110
$874,110
2017
$3,563
$175,000 + $699,110
$874,110
2016
$3,562 (−13.1%)
$175,000 + $699,110
$874,110
2014
$4,100
$427,940 + $991,750
$1,419,690
Tax history for 1561 Spring Frst Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,270 (+33.7%)
$250,000 + $1,578,192
$1,828,192
2024
$4,690
$250,000 + $856,590
$1,106,590
2023
$4,690
$250,000 + $856,590
$1,106,590
2022
$4,690 (+5.3%)
$250,000 + $856,590
$1,106,590
2021
$4,453 (+22.0%)
$250,000 + $856,590
$1,106,590
2020
$3,650
$250,000 + $856,590
$1,106,590
2019
$3,650
$175,000 + $699,110
$874,110
2018
$3,650 (+2.5%)
$175,000 + $699,110
$874,110
2017
$3,563
$175,000 + $699,110
$874,110
2016
$3,562 (−13.1%)
$175,000 + $699,110
$874,110
2014
$4,100
$427,940 + $991,750
$1,419,690
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 450
Basement Finish: Finished
Basement Type: Finished
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 4
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Fuel Type: Gas
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Type: Stone
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Foundation Type: Continuous Wall
Exterior Wall: Frame/Stucco
Roof Shape Type: Gable
Property Information
Subdivision Name: SPRING FOREST
Living Sq. Ft: 3,974
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,953
Building Sq. Ft: 3,974
# of Stories: 1.5
Legal Description: LT 5 SPRING FOREST
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Type: Finished Garage
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 610
Garage / Carport Type: Finished
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 148,540
Legal Lot Number: 5
Municipality Name: CASHIERS
Acres: 3.41
County Use Description: RES DWELLING
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Septic
Utility Type: Water Available
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,974
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 3.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1991
Year Renovated: 2001
County: Jackson County
APN: 7582-88-8983
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 29, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Blue Ridge School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 3.9mi
5/10
Blue Ridge Virtual Early College
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
4/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$2.04M – $2.47M
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