Cedar Mountain
Neighborhood in Transylvania County
Transylvania County 28712, 28718, 28768
Mountain cabins surrounded by the forest
Cedar Mountain’s dense forest comes right up to the houses, which are mostly ranch-style homes, manufactured houses and cabins with large porches to take in the scenery. “As far as our buyers are concerned, the majority are coming in from other places,” Campbell says. “Those buyers are looking for the quintessential mountain home with views or a water feature.” Houses on 1 to 3 acres generally cost between $340,000 and $420,000, while homes on over 10 acres — some of which are custom luxury homes — typically range from $1.1 million to $1.8 million. Undeveloped properties can range from $40,000 to $250,000. There are several creeks and lakes in the area where buyers can find water views, but some properties near the water are at high risk for flooding. The forested surroundings also put the homes here at risk for wildfire.Hiking and biking in the surrounding state forests
“It’s right at the entrance to DuPont, and of course, you’re really close to Caesars Head. It's definitely a biking mecca,” Campbell says. The over 10,000-acre DuPont State Recreational Forest has over 80 miles of hiking trails and is home to several waterfalls that were featured in the films “The Last of the Mohicans” and “The Hunger Games.” Caesars Head State Park is just over the state line in South Carolina and offers more trails. Mountain biking is popular at both, and The Assault on Carolinas, an annual 100k bike race, passes through Cedar Mountain’s commercial center, where racing fans gather on restaurant patios to cheer on the cyclists. The Cedar Mountain Community Center hosts regular events throughout the year, including a monthly potluck and an annual Easter egg hunt.Kids attend B-plus-rated schools
Kids are zoned for public schools in Brevard. They can start at Brevard Elementary and then attend Brevard Middle; both earn a B-plus from Niche. At the B-plus-rated Brevard High, students can take career and technical education courses in topics like business essentials, masonry and animal sciences.Along Route 276 about 20 minutes from Brevard
U.S. Route 276, also called the Greenville Highway, is Cedar Mountain’s main road, leading 11 miles to Brevard and 36 miles to Greenville, South Carolina. Houses of worship here include Rocky Hill Baptist Church and The Terra Nova Center, a spiritual retreat. The overall CAP Index Crime Score is 1 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4. Transylvania Regional Hospital is 13 miles away, and Asheville Regional Airport is a 28-mile drive.Locally owned restaurants and stores, plus two music venues
Cedar Mountain’s small commercial center is at the intersection of Greenville Highway and Cascade Lake Road. Cedar Mountain Café has a diner atmosphere and serves breakfast and sandwiches made from local and organic ingredients. Cedar Mountain Canteen, a beer garden, and Cedar Mountain Moonshine Distillery both host regular live music. Hiker and the Hound is a family-owned outdoor store where visitors can stock up on gear, get their bike fixed and say hi to Murphy, the shop owners’ Bassett hound. For groceries, Whistlestop Market & Wine sells locally grown produce, and Dollar General is nearby. More shopping is about 11 miles away in Brevard.Impacts from Hurricane Helene
Like much of Western North Carolina, Cedar Mountain was impacted by Hurricane Helene in September 2024. “People were stranded, there was no communication and some people lost everything,” Campbell says. “What was so inspiring to those of us who live here is the fact that neighbors helped neighbors.” The Cedar Mountain Community Center acted as an emergency center, and local restaurants, which all sustained flood damage, donated food. Campbell says that while there’s still evidence of the storm in some places, everything is back up and running.
Written By
Annie Franklin
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Amanda Jennings Gravley
Amanda Jennings Gravley
Fisher Realty Sapphire/Toxaway
(828) 482-1685
90 Total Sales
1 in Cedar Mountain
$565,000 Price
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Melissa Wright
Melissa Wright
Carolina Mountain Sales
(828) 484-4654
100 Total Sales
1 in Cedar Mountain
$290,000 Price
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Jason Shepherd
Jason Shepherd
Looking Glass Realty
(828) 672-6998
191 Total Sales
5 in Cedar Mountain
$145K - $420K Price Range
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Matthew Smith
Matthew Smith
Responds QuicklyProfound Real Estate
(864) 614-8551
57 Total Sales
1 in Cedar Mountain
$281,000 Price
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Billy Harris
Billy Harris
Allen Tate/Beverly-Hanks Brevard South
(828) 929-1586
397 Total Sales
20 in Cedar Mountain
$36K - $2.2M Price Range
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Demi Loftis
Demi Loftis
Looking Glass Realty
(828) 528-3255
53 Total Sales
7 in Cedar Mountain
$21K - $650K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Cedar Mountain | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cedar Mountain Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cedar Mountain, Brevard sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Cedar Mountain, Brevard over the last 12 months is $400,000, down 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$394,500
Median Sale Price
$400,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-38%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$289
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
155
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1984
Months of Supply
6.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,883
On par with the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
52,925
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
508
Median Age
55
Population under 18
17.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
35%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$70,988
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$81,724
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.9%
College Graduates
43.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.9%
% Population in Labor Force
57.3%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
27°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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