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Last Sold Price
4 beds
478 Panther Ridge Rd, Lake Toxaway, NC 28747
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.41 acresLot Size
2008Year Built
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This is the perfect mountain home that so many people are looking for to build memories for the extended family. The post and beam construction has an elegant rustic feel and this large home will accommodate the kids and grandkids. Plenty of space for recreational and electronic gaming and yet separated from other members wanting peace and serenity, The house has 4 bedrooms and two bonus rooms and air conditioned/heated storage. The 5 porch areas will accommodate any large party group with open covered...This is the perfect mountain home that so many people are looking for to build memories for the extended family. The post and beam construction has an elegant rustic feel and this large home will accommodate the kids and grandkids. Plenty of space for recreational and electronic gaming and yet separated from other members wanting peace and serenity, The house has 4 bedrooms and two bonus rooms and air conditioned/heated storage. The 5 porch areas will accommodate any large party group with open covered and screened decks. The three masonry fireplaces exhibits quality and provides the mountain touch of a crackling fire and the smell of wood smoke. Each bedroom has a separate bathroom which are quite spacious. The home is being sold mostly furnished but usable on the day of closing. There is a large office space/overflow sleeping area over the garage, The garage has 4 doors so you drive in and drive out. Unusually large, level paved driveway/parking area will accommodate numerous guest cars. The wood, tile and granite in the house yells quality and craftsmanship throughout. you aare about a mile from the country club, marina, tennis, pickle ball, and croquet courts and the pro shop and golf courts. Outstanding fishing is available in Lake Toxaway featuring brown and rainbow trout, walleye, large and smallmouth bass, blue gill, shellcrackers and huge catfish. The Panthertown Wilderness area is on the north side of our property and the Gorges State Park is on the south side of our property. Lake Toxaway is the largest private lake in North Carolina and we do not allow jet skis on the lake. The POA provides 24 hour roving patrol security. Around our property are several great restaurants and many others nearby. The average high temperature in the summer is 75 degrees and low is 60 degrees. Winter time high is 52 and low is 27. Three 5" snow falls are an average winter snowfall.
  • Listed by: Jerry Starr 828.507.9968 jerrystarr@hotmail.com Brokerage DRE #C1566 • LAKE TOXAWAY COMPANY
Listing closed: 01/19/2022 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 94835

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,500,000

Avg days on market

112

Sale-to-list ratio

88.0%

Lake Toxaway, NC

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Location

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Property Information for 478 Panther Ridge Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $10,439 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Post And Beam
  • Furnished: Partially
  • Subdivision Name: Lake Toxaway Estates
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Lake, Mountain(s)
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront Access
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Lot Size: 2.41 AC / 104,979 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Take US 64 to NC 281 (Blue Ridge Road) at the LT fire department turn left and follow Cold Mountain to Panther Ridge Road (2+ miles) turn right on to Panther Ridge follow to sharp right turn, next driveway on the right, 478 on mail box. Paved driveway.
  • Latitude: 35.154235
  • Longitude: -82.95636
  • MLS Area Major: Toxaway
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: Yes
  • Parcel Number: 8513-74-7201-000
  • Tax Annual Amount: $10,439.23
  • Tax Lot: 16 & 1/2 17
  • Tax Year: 2020
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Rolling Slope, Wooded, Waterfall
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.41
  • Lot Size Area: 2.41
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 104979.6
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2008
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
  • Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
  • Roof: Shingle
Financial Information
  • Current Financing: Conventional
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Lake, Playground
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch, Screened
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Disposal, Microwave, Propane Cooktop, Refrigerator, Wine Cooler, Washer, Instant Hot Water
  • Basement: Finished, Partially Finished, Concrete
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Humidity Control, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Humidity Control, Heat Pump, Zoned
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Living Room, Masonry, Outside, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features: Wet Bar, Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 2
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 3
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 4
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 5
  • Type: Exercise Room
  • Level: Upper
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 6
  • Type: Den
  • Level: Upper
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 7
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 8
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 9
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 10
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 478 Panther Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 19, 2022

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #94835

$2,400,000
Jan 1, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1481695529

$2,400,000
Dec 9, 2021

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #94835

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/19/2022

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #94835

$2,400,000
01/01/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1481695529

$2,400,000
12/09/2021

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #94835

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 478 Panther Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$328,260Additions$2,581,880Total$2,910,140
Tax Record2025$13,983 ($1,165 / month)
Home Facts
Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt5,953 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,953 SqFtLot Size55,321 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous CommercialYear Built2008Year Renovated2015CountyTRANSYLVANIAAPN8513-74-7201-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 478 Panther Ridge Road

This home is within Transylvania County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
T C Henderson Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Rosman Middle
Public6 to 8

Rosman High
Public9 to 12

Rosman Elementary
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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