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3 beds2,454 sqft$224/sqft
525 Higher Ground Ridge, Waynesville, NC 28785
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.35 acresLot Size
1999Year Built
$224/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$450/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Mountain log home perched on a ridgel with beautiful views and privacy. A very loved home in a serene setting with hardwood floors, gas log fireplace, 3 br/2ba on main level and 2 heated finished bonus rooms on lower level which could be a home office, family room or storage space. There is also a 3rd bath almost completed making it a great guest suite. Lots of wildlife off covered deck. Two and a half car garage with workshop in lower level. Main floor has a dumb waiter to bring groceries up from...Mountain log home perched on a ridgel with beautiful views and privacy. A very loved home in a serene setting with hardwood floors, gas log fireplace, 3 br/2ba on main level and 2 heated finished bonus rooms on lower level which could be a home office, family room or storage space. There is also a 3rd bath almost completed making it a great guest suite. Lots of wildlife off covered deck. Two and a half car garage with workshop in lower level. Main floor has a dumb waiter to bring groceries up from lower level or send wash downstairs to the W/D. Hot tub off the lower level sliding doors. (which owners have never used). This home is delightful and a perfect get-a-way. Side yard for cook-outs. All furnishings convey with home.
  • Listed by: • Elk Country Realty connieleedennis@msn.com
Listing closed: 05/30/2023 12:00 AM • Source: CANOPY, MLS#: 3924511

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$601,000

Avg days on market

109

Sale-to-list ratio

96.5%

Waynesville, NC

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Location

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 525 Higher Ground Ridge

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s), Year Round
  • Parking Features: Attached Garage
  • Community Features: None
  • Subdivision Name: Higher Ground Ridge
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1999
  • Lot Size: 1.35 AC / 58,675 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Longitude: -83.038609
  • Zoning: RES
  • Latitude: 35.566935
  • Directions: Hwy 19 W towards Maggie Valley, right at 276N to left on Grindstone, right on Beantown and left on Red Maple and follow to left at Higher Ground Ridge. About 1/4 mile up well maintained gravel road to home. Sign in front.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA YN: Yes
  • HOA Name: Tom Tout
  • HOA Phone: 828-550-4851
  • HOA Subject To: Required
  • HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • HOA Annual Expense: $450.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $251,200.00
  • Parcel Number: 7698-95-0628
  • City Taxes Paid To: No City Taxes Paid
School Information
  • Middle Or Junior School: Waynesville
  • High School: Tuscola
  • Elementary School: Jonathan Valley
Parking
  • Parking: Open Parking YN: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage YN: Yes
  • Garage Main Level YN: No
Property
Lot Information
  • Elevation: 3000
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1482.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 972.0
  • Sq Ft Garage: 510
  • Sq Ft Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Main: 1482
  • Sq Ft Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 510
  • Sq Ft Unheated Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 510
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Total Property HLA: 2454.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Private, Views
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.347
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Property Attached YN: No
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Photos Count: 48
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Assumable: No
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: CAB C 3040
  • Restrictions: Architectural Review, Building, Deed, Livestock Restriction, Manufactured Home Not Allowed, Subdivision
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Propane, Satellite Internet Available, Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Shared Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits
  • Exterior Features: Hot Tub
  • Construction Materials: Log
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Side Porch
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Propane Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer
  • Levels: One
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air, Propane
  • Interior Features: Hot Tub, Open Floorplan, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Lower Level
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Great Room, Living Room
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s), Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Permanent, Other - See Remarks
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Basement Features: Basement Garage Door, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Finished, Interior Entry, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedroom Main: 3
  • Full Bath Basement: 1
  • Full Bath Main: 2
  • Half Bath Lower: 0
  • Half Bath Main: 0
Room Information
Room Information
  • Room Count: 9.0
Room 1
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 2
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 3
  • Room Types: Bonus Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 4
  • Room Types: Recreation Room
  • Room Level: Basement
Room 5
  • Room Types: Bathroom-Full
  • Room Level: Main
Room 6
  • Room Types: Bedroom(s)
  • Room Level: Main
Room 7
  • Room Types: Dining Area
  • Room Level: Main
Room 8
  • Room Types: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
Room 9
  • Room Types: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
Rental
Rent Information
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Property History for 525 Higher Ground Ridge

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 30, 2023

Closed

CANOPY #3924511

$549,500
May 18, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1512556577

$549,500

+19.2% / yr

Nov 26, 2022

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3924511

$549,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/30/2023

Closed

CANOPY #3924511

$549,500
05/18/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1512556577

$549,500

+19.2% / yr

11/26/2022

Listed (Active)

CANOPY #3924511

$549,500

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

Public Records for 525 Higher Ground Ridge

Taxable ValueLand$29,300Additions$233,100Total$262,400
Tax Record2025$1,835 ($153 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,912 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,456 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,456 SqFtStories1Lot Size58,675 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1999Year Renovated1999CountyHAYWOODAPN7698-95-0628

Schools near 525 Higher Ground Ridge

This home is within Haywood County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 13
Rating
School
Distance
Jonathan Valley Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Waynesville Middle
Public6 to 8

Tuscola High
Public9 to 12

Haywood Early Colleg
Public9 to 13

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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