Scaly Mountain
Neighborhood in Macon County
Macon County 28775
Cottages and cabins in Scaly Mountain
Elevated cottages and cabins are common in this community, but there are also undeveloped, wooded lots with views of the highlands. Most homes are on about an acre of land and rely on septic tanks and well water. These range from around $400,000 to $800,000. Larger properties on 4 acres or more tend to range from $850,000 to $2.25 million. Some popular areas of the community include the Rocky Knob subdivision, which has a gated entry, a private 17-acre lake and a homeowner's association, and Wildflower Creek, a luxury motorhome resort community on nearly 12 acres with a gated entry, clubhouse, pavilion and walking trails.Homes with private wells may be at risk of lead contamination. The county also has a history of wildfires and flooding, which can impact properties. The community has a CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10, much lower than the national average of 4.A part of the Nantahala National Forest
Nantahala National Forest provides camping and an extensive trail system. Bartram Trail crosses Dillard Road, connecting to the shorter Scaly Mountain Trail. Hikers can easily access the Osage and Blue Valley areas from the roadway. These paths lead to sweeping views of the national forest. Lovell says Highlands Outpost offers snow tubing. "There’s a little recreation area too. And during the summer, they have a roller coaster,” she says. The Sky Valley Golf Club offers a par 72 course, croquet and several members-only events at the clubhouse; the country club is about 3 miles away in Georgia.Most students attend Highlands School
Highlands School is about 10 miles away and serves kindergarten to twelfth graders. It has a B-plus rating from Niche and offers STEM enrichment classes for each grade level and career and technical education pathways for older students. In late 2024, the Macon County Board of Education began a renovation and expansion of the facility.Near the Georgia border
The Georgia state line is a couple miles south and the town of Highlands is about 9 miles away on Highway 106, also known as Dillard Road. The town also includes the Highlands-Cashiers Hospital. “Scaly Mountain is off [U.S. Route 23]," says Lovell, adding that it's a common path for those making the 120-mile drive from Atlanta. Macon County Transit provides limited, fixed routes throughout the region, but ride requests must be made in advance.Taking to Dillard Road, Highlands or Otto for shopping
There is a Dollar General on Dillard Road. Following the route to the east brings shoppers to grocery stores in Highlands, such as Rhodes Superette and Mountain Fresh Grocery. Locals can shop for fresh produce at Good Food Market in the Otto area, about 10 miles away. Eateries like Kitchen at Julep Farms and Cupboard Café and Grits are near state Highway 246. There are just a few dining establishments in Scaly Mountain, including Barrel & Vine at the Vineyard at High Holly, which serves wines and a small selection of food Friday through Sunday afternoons.
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Ashley Kennedy
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Nicolaus Poss
Nicolaus Poss
Poss Realty
(706) 960-6744
97 Total Sales
3 in Scaly Mountain
$35K - $2.3M Price Range
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Judy Michaud
Judy Michaud
Bh Home Services Meadow Mnt Realty (Mls)
(828) 332-5659
211 Total Sales
3 in Scaly Mountain
$495K - $1.9M Price Range
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Darlene Linda Conley
Darlene Linda Conley
Responds QuicklyStorey Morrow Company
(866) 748-0455
41 Total Sales
2 in Scaly Mountain
$410K - $850K Price Range
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Steve Sheppard
Steve Sheppard
Responds QuicklyAllen Tate - Cashiers
(828) 662-9724
53 Total Sales
3 in Scaly Mountain
$135K - $467K Price Range
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Breann Garner
BG
Breann Garner
Responds QuicklyPrestige Realty Group, LLC
(888) 417-7085
1 Total Sale
1 in Scaly Mountain
$235,000 Price
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Sheila Myers
Sheila Myers
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty
(828) 332-5971
230 Total Sales
1 in Scaly Mountain
$500,500 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Highlands Aerial Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Scaly 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
Scaly Mountain Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Scaly Mountain, Highlands sell after 87 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Scaly Mountain, Highlands over the last 12 months is $438,000, down 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$650,000
Median Sale Price
$438,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$637,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$663
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
285
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Median Year Built
1989
Months of Supply
22.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,527
Significantly below the national average
1,931
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
47,480
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 2211am - 1pm
$380,000
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 474 Sq Ft
- 55 Wood Valley Rd
Creekside Cove RV /Scaly Mountain, NC - RV Parcel with Creek-front, 1 Bedroom Coachhouse, Bathouse & Storage. Escape to your private mountain oasis! This unique RV parcel in Scaly Mountain,NC offers a tranquil retreat overlooking a babbling creek, with lots of privacy and green space - perfect for nature lovers. The property includes a charming, rustic 1 bedroom, open air coach house for cozy
Nathan Conkling Poss Realty
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
498
Median Age
53
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$49,604
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$71,808
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.6%
College Graduates
25.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.4%
% Population in Labor Force
54.8%
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
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