Otto
Neighborhood in Macon County
Macon County 28763
Buying a home in Otto and environmental risks
Otto contains several elevated homes perched on undulating hillsides. Residences include farmhouses, cottages, brick ranch-styles and New Traditional dwellings. Meadowland Park is a 55-plus development with mountainside manufactured homes. "There will be a new, tiny house community off U.S. 441. It will be between the post office and the Georgia border," Mandler says. Properties typically run on septic tanks and contain storage units or barns. Home prices are comparatively lower than the rest of the Cullowhee metro area. Small farmhouses and cabins can range between $200,000 and $580,000. Larger custom homes and properties on several acres can range from $750,000 to over $1 million. The neighborhood has a CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, much lower than the national average of 4. Macon County has a history of flooding and wildfires, which can impact homes.Outdoor recreation at Nantahala and Tessentee Bottomland Preserve
Otto sits within the Nantahala National Forest, sprawling over 530,000 acres. The massive natural space offers fishing, recreational hunting, white-water rafting and trails. Mandler says that some hiking paths are within walking distance of homes. "There's hiking all around. You're at the foothills of the Smokies and part of the national forest. So, you can hike as much as you want," Mandler says. She says locals often fish and catch trout in nearby streams. "We also have gem mining, and the kids love it. Companies come and set up a trough. The stream goes through it, and kids can dig in it with their pans. It's a nice family event," Mandler says. Tessentee Bottomland Preserve is a nearby spot for additional hiking and birdwatching.Attending nearby schools in Macon County
Macon County Schools allows eligible families to transfer under specific conditions. Most students enroll at East Franklin Elementary, which has a B-plus rating from Niche. Mountain View Intermediate accepts fifth and sixth graders. Students will move on to Macon Middle and graduate from Franklin High. All three schools have B ratings. In late 2024, the Macon County Board of Commissioners approved funding for a $135 million project to rebuild the high school.Hopping on highways 64 and 23
U.S. Highway 23 leads to the Georgia border in 5 miles. Franklin awaits about 10 miles to the north. The route brings drivers to U.S. Highway 64, which stretches past Highlands, around 20 miles away. Here, locals will find Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. Otto is about a 200-mile drive from Charlotte and 150 miles from Chattanooga.Shopping at Good Food Market or visiting Franklin and Georgia
Good Food Market offers grocery staples and fresh produce. The large fruit stand also sells international foods and locally made artisan goods. Residents can visit supermarkets in Franklin, such as ALDI and Ingles Market. "We have one restaurant in Otto, [Siam Thai Cuisine], and it's very good. It's right next to the post office," Mandler says. Over the Georgia border are restaurants like Valley Café and Kitchen at Julep Farms. The southern-style eatery, Cupboard Cafe & Gifts, is about 5 miles from the center of Otto.
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Ashley Kennedy
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lynda Suttles
Lynda Suttles
Bald Head Realty
(828) 332-5483
90 Total Sales
6 in Otto
$6K - $325K Price Range
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Evan Harrell
Evan Harrell
Responds QuicklyEvan Harrell Realty
(828) 414-2581
255 Total Sales
23 in Otto
$33K - $850K Price Range
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Cory Coleman
Cory Coleman
Keller Williams Great Smokies - Sylva
(828) 307-9204
16 Total Sales
2 in Otto
$185K - $580K Price Range
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Sally Mass
SM
Sally Mass
Responds QuicklyMsm Properties
(828) 501-0464
55 Total Sales
1 in Otto
$444,000 Price
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Sheila Myers
Sheila Myers
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty
(828) 332-5971
230 Total Sales
16 in Otto
$4K - $650K Price Range
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Jessica Mason
JM
Jessica Mason
Responds QuicklyMason Peak Mountain Properties, LLC
(828) 809-4880
73 Total Sales
4 in Otto
$255K - $1M Price Range
Schools
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Otto | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Otto Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Otto, Highlands sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Otto, Highlands over the last 12 months is $361,500, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$375,000
Median Sale Price
$361,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$372,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$341
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,048
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1984
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,358
Significantly below the national average
1,931
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
42,253
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
2,853
Median Age
50
Population under 18
20.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,806
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,885
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.9%
College Graduates
24.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.5%
% Population in Labor Force
51%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
54''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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