$700,000
SOLD MAR 17, 2025

268 Echo Ridge Rd Whittier, NC 28789

2 Beds
3 Baths
2,841 Sq Ft
0.64 Acres

Recently Sold

$246 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Hilly Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Cathedral Ceiling

About This Home

As of March 2025

Perched high in Echo Ridge, Whittier, NC, this contemporary home offers breathtaking Smoky Mountain views, including Clingmans Dome. Just 12 minutes from the Cherokee Casino and 50 minutes from Asheville, this two-bedroom, three-bathroom residence perfectly balances serenity and convenience. The recently renovated home features a wraparound deck with sleek cable railings, offering stunning vistas. The lower level includes a cozy living room with a fireplace and deck access, a fully equipped kitchen perfect for entertaining, a spacious room adjacent to a three-piece bath, and a workout room that doubles as a bedroom. The main level welcomes you with a cozy office nook, vaulted ceilings, a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, and glass doors leading to the expansive deck. The gourmet kitchen boasts GE Monogram appliances, a gas cooktop, and stone countertops. The vaulted-ceiling primary suite includes a spa-like bath, a walk-in closet with barn doors, and private deck access. The top floor is a private retreat with a bedroom, a three-piece bath, and a cozy living area overlooking the great room, framed by skylight views. Also included is a detached double garage with extra storage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jonathan Hough

Engel & Volkers Highlands Cashiers Brokerage Phone: 8287439900 License #321498 Listed on: 01/11/2025

Co-Listed By

Grace Battle

Engel & Volkers Highlands Cashiers Brokerage Phone: 8287439900 License #317986

Last Buyer's Agent

Board Member Non

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,709

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 0.64 Acre Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Hilly Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $35 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Furnished or left unfurnished upon request
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Multiple Fireplaces
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Smokey Mountain Elementary And Middle School
  • Smoky Mountain High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Well
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Piney Mountain Estates Subdivision
  • Stream

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7622359054

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,709

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$35 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.64
  • Road Frontage Type: Property Owners' Assoc
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 318
  • Co List Office Phone: 828-743-9900
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: Piney Mountain Estates
  • Directions: From Sylva head NW US-23 N/US Hwy 441 S toward Haywood Rd. (.04 mi) Keep left to continue on US-441 N.(.03 mi) Take the ramp to N/US -74nto W,(1.3 mi) Turn Right onto Dick's Creek Rd. Turn left on Piney Creek Mountain Rd.(0.8) Turn Right onto Echo Ridge Rd. Turn Right to stay on Echo Ridge and driveway is on the right.
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Other-See Remarks
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • NAV27_rets_property_type: Residential
  • NAV27_AllowsVacationRentalYN: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Appliances: Gas/Propane Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Freezer, Microwave, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1153
  • Door Features: Doors-Insulated
  • Fireplace Features: Two or More
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), In-law Quarters, Main Level Living, Primary w/Ensuite, Primary on Main Level, Walk-In Closet(s), In-Law Floorplan
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Third
  • Living Room Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Family Room Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Office Level: Second
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: Second
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: Second

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Hilly/Steep, Level Yard
  • View: Long Range View, View Year Round
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding/Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage-Double Detached, Garage Door Opener, Paved Driveway

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Second Level
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling: Central Electric, Heat Pump, Three Zone
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Propane, Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cell Service Available
  • Water Source: Well
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: Leased
  • Telephone: Cell Service Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 420
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Elementary School: Smokey Mountain
  • High School: Smoky Mountain
  • Middle Or Junior School: Smokey Mountain

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 27878.4
  • Parcel #: 7622359054

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1709.33
  • Tax Book Number: 2315

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 11, 2025
Closed on
Feb 27, 2025
Sold by
Gilmore Michael and Gilmore Megan
Bought by
Florom Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Jonathan Hough
Engel & Volkers Highlands Cashiers
Buyer's Agent
Board Member Non
List Price
$725,000
Sold Price
$700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-3.45%
Views
41
Current Estimated Value
$689,079

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$10,921
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.95%
Original Mortgage
$163,000
Outstanding Balance
$162,179
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$526,900

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 13, 2021
Closed on
Oct 1, 2021
Sold by
Omlor Randy and Omlor Holly
Bought by
Gilmore Michael and Gilmore Megan
Seller's Agent
Marty Huskins
Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc
Buyer's Agent
Dani Miner
Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices-Great Smokys
List Price
$475,000
Sold Price
$475,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.86%
Original Mortgage
$492,100
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 27, 2018
Closed on
Mar 27, 2018
Sold by
Usry James and Usry Martha W
Bought by
Omlor Randy and Omlor Holly
Seller's Agent
Board Member Non
Buyer's Agent
Marty Huskins
Keller Williams - Great Smokies - Bc
List Price
$370,000
Sold Price
$370,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.35%
Original Mortgage
$310,000
Interest Rate
4.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $700,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $700,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $475,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $370,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $163,000 New Conventional
Closed $163,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $492,100 VA
Previous Owner $310,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/17/2025 03/17/25 Sold $700,000 -3.4% $246 / Sq Ft
02/12/2025 02/12/25 Pending -- -- --
01/11/2025 01/11/25 For Sale $725,000 +52.6% $255 / Sq Ft
10/01/2021 10/01/21 Sold $475,000 0.0% $167 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/01/2021 09/01/21 Pending -- -- --
07/13/2021 07/13/21 For Sale $475,000 +28.4% $167 / Sq Ft
03/27/2018 03/27/18 Sold $370,000 0.0% $130 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/27/2018 03/27/18 Sold $370,000 0.0% $130 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/27/2018 03/27/18 For Sale $370,000 -6.3% $130 / Sq Ft
02/27/2018 02/27/18 Pending -- -- --
02/02/2018 02/02/18 For Sale $395,000 -- $139 / Sq Ft
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,628 $691,500 $57,000 $634,500
2024 $1,584 $416,930 $57,000 $359,930
2023 $1,709 $416,930 $57,000 $359,930
2022 $1,709 $416,930 $57,000 $359,930
2021 $1,584 $416,930 $57,000 $359,930
2020 $1,632 $407,440 $42,300 $365,140
2019 $1,632 $407,440 $42,300 $365,140
2018 $1,632 $407,440 $42,300 $365,140
2017 $1,592 $407,440 $42,300 $365,140
2015 $1,376 $407,440 $42,300 $365,140
2011 -- $427,240 $28,200 $399,040
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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Map

Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26039666

APN: 7622-35-9054