Warne
Neighborhood in Clay County
Clay County 28909
Ranch-style homes and cottages, plus mountain estates
Many of Warne’s homes are located near the center of the community, while others offer mountain views along the rolling Appalachian terrain. Houses in the more developed area are often ranch-style or cottages and can sell between $200,000 and $325,000. Larger mountain getaways tend to be more expensive, going from $400,000 to $550,000. One reason residents choose Warne, and the North Carolina side of its border with Georgia, is the tax implications. “Here in North Carolina, real estate is reassessed once every eight years, while in Georgia it is reassessed every year,” Reams says. This results in lower taxes over the long term for appreciating properties. Warne’s overall CAP Index Crime Score is 1 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.Hiking through Nantahala National Forest and lake activities
Mountain recreation is easily accessible from Warne, including access to the Nantahala National Forest. The recreation area exceeds 500,000 acres of land, with trails, lakes, campsites and more. The forest sits roughly 15 miles from Warne. Chatuge Lake is a little closer, 8 miles from Warne. The lake is filled via a spillway from the Hiwassee River and has piers and boat docks for fishing, plus a sandy beach at Clay County Park for sunbathing and swimming.Clay County Schools for kids while John C. Campbell Folk School teaches crafting and trades
Warne is zoned to Clay County Schools, with the district following one pipeline. Students start at Hayesville Primary for kindergarten through second grade, which opened in 2020 and is not graded by Niche. Hayesville Elementary receives a B grade from Niche for third through fifth grades, while Hayesville Middle receives a B-plus. B-minus-graded Hayesville High offers career training pathways in subjects including business, nursing and agriculture. Nearby Brasstown is home to the John C. Campbell Folk School, which Reams describes as “internationally renowned.” Adults can attend classes at the school for a fee, often over a long weekend. “You can take courses in everything from photography to basket-weaving to blacksmithing. You can do anything there,” Reams says.Chamber events include the Punkin Chunkin Festival
The Clay County Chamber of Commerce supports plenty of events within and around Warne. The West Tubing Company offers days out on Brasstown Creek and hosts events such as wine tastings. Hayesville has the weekly Clay County Farmers Market among other gatherings. The chamber also supports a unique event in Brasstown, the annual Punkin Chunkin Festival held over an October weekend. The festival includes live music, local food vendors and, of course, pumpkins catapulting through the air. “I heard somebody say that some of these guys were so skilled that the pumpkin left the trebuchet in Clay County and landed in Cherokee County, the next county over from us,” Reams says. “But it’s not just a bunch of trebuchets launching pumpkins. There are exhibits, there are rides for young kids and they have airplanes there that people can take rides in.”Driving to destinations, including Atlanta and Chattanooga 2 hours away
Warne sits in the southwest corner of North Carolina, with the community bordering the state of Georgia to its south. The area’s rural character means residents mainly get around via car, though Clay County serves Warne with a demand-response transportation service. Atlanta and Chattanooga are the nearest major cities, each roughly a two-hour drive away and each with a commercial airport. Erlanger Western Carolina Hospital is the closest medical center, about eight miles away.Convenience stops and general stores within Warne
The focal point of Warne is Old Highway 64, where it intersects with Ford Road and Young Harris Road. A Kwik Stop convenience store is located along a gas station off Old Highway 64, with a Hunt Brothers Pizza inside. Hogsed’s General Store is further up the road for home furnishings and firearm equipment. Right on the border between North Carolina and Georgia is Club 66, a roadside bar. Otherwise, residents can head to Hayesville for shopping and dining options 6 miles away.
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Brendan Doyle
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Larry Silvers
Larry Silvers
Sonja Silvers Realty Group
(828) 520-0859
180 Total Sales
8 in Warne
$11K - $470K Price Range
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Donna Srabian Team
Donna Srabian Team
RE/MAX Town & Country
(828) 532-3513
329 Total Sales
2 in Warne
$205K - $230K Price Range
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Bill Banzhaf
Bill Banzhaf
Mountain Place Realty
(689) 220-6510
84 Total Sales
1 in Warne
$40,000 Price
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Wayne Peacock
Wayne Peacock
Responds QuicklyLevin Rinke Realty
(850) 407-6770
189 Total Sales
1 in Warne
$38,275 Price
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Mary Hedden
Mary Hedden
Responds QuicklyMary Hedden Properties LLC
(828) 307-9349
85 Total Sales
2 in Warne
$325K - $428K Price Range
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Wendy Dunn
WD
Wendy Dunn
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty LLC
(828) 786-3691
28 Total Sales
1 in Warne
$535,000 Price
Schools
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Warne | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Warne Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Warne, Hayesville sell after 93 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Warne, Hayesville over the last 12 months is $325,000, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$369,900
Median Sale Price
$325,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
30
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$227
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
221
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1999
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,781
Below the national average
1,931
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
45,738
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
1,137
Median Age
51
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,759
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,382
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.7%
College Graduates
21.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6%
% Population in Labor Force
45.9%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
63''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
1
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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