$405,000
SOLD AUG 28, 2025

287 Sara Ridge Rd Waynesville, NC 28786

2 Beds
3 Baths
1,427 Sq Ft
1.21 Acres

Recently Sold

$284 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

67 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Private Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Workshop

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to your mountain retreat! Nestled on 1.21 acres and bordered by hundreds of acres of protected conservation land, this beautiful log cabin offers unmatched privacy, a massive deck and long-range mountain views. Step inside to soaring ceilings, rich wood details, and a stone fireplace that sets the tone for cozy evenings. The main level features two bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Upstairs, an open loft offers flexible space - perfect for a home office or rec space. Downstairs features a heated bonus room and full bath. Heat is a dual fuel wood/oil combination furnace. The oversized garage offers potential for a home workshop or art studio. Outdoors, enjoy a flat backyard area perfect for play or gardening, a firepit for gathering under the stars, a two-car carport and driveway parking, and landscaping that adds color and charm throughout the seasons. Privacy, views, and cabin character just minutes from downtown Waynesville! AWD/4WD recommended. Spectrum internet available!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Beth Zabriskie

Homesource Realty INC Brokerage Phone: 828-273-6724 License #283064 Listed on: 05/22/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Jen Hubbell

Keller Williams Mtn Partners, LLC License #304729

Keller Williams Mtn Partners, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • Private Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $42 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Cabin
  • Metal Roof
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Electric Range
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Walk-Up Access
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Workshop
  • Basement Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Wrap Around Porch
  • Fire Pit
  • Shed

Additional Homes

  • Separate Entry Quarters

Schools

  • Hazelwood Elementary School
  • Waynesville Middle School
  • Tuscola High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Shared Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Bridget Jones Association, Phone Number (910) 382-0549
  • Woodstream Subdivision
  • Mandatory home owners association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7683-97-7163

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$42 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Restrictions: Architectural Review,Livestock Restriction,Manufactured Home Not Allowed,Modular Allowed,Square Feet
  • Second Living Quarters: Exterior Connected,Interior Connected,Room w/ Private Bath,Separate Entrance,Separate Living Quarters
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 221.92
  • Property Sub Type Additional: None
  • Bedroom Lower: 0
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: 828-273-6724
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Basement
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1123
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Basement: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Lower: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Main: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Third: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Upper: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 304
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1427
  • Has Basement: Basement Garage Door, Basement Shop, Exterior Entry, Full, Partially Finished, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Walk-Up Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Fireplace Features: Fire Pit, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Living Area: 1427
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Bedroom Main: 2
  • Room Count: 9
  • Bedroom Basement: 0
  • Bedroom Third: 0

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit
  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Metal
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • View: Long Range, Mountain(s), Winter, Year Round
  • Exclusions: Washer and Dryer
  • Waterfront Elevation: 3000
  • Construction Type: Log
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Rear Porch, Side Porch, Wrap Around

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 0
  • Sq Ft Garage: 679
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Basement, Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Oil, Other - See Remarks
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, In Bathroom
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Shared Well, Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated
  • Association Fee: 500
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Hoa Subject To Dues: Mandatory
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Name: Bridget Jones
  • Phone: 910-382-0549

Association/Amenities

  • Association Annual Expense: 500.00

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Waynesville
  • HOA Subject To: Required

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Private, Sloped, Wooded, Views
  • Lot Size Area: 1.21
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 7683-97-7163
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Plat Book Slide: C/490
  • Horse Amenities: None
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: R-1

Green Features

  • Green Verification Count: 0

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Hazelwood
  • High School: Tuscola

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2025
Closed on
Aug 22, 2025
Sold by
Best Larry
Bought by
Linn Ted and Linn Cherie
Seller's Agent
Beth Zabriskie
Homesource Realty INC
Buyer's Agent
Jen Hubbell
Keller Williams Mtn Partners, LLC
List Price
$445,000
Sold Price
$405,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-8.99%
Views
111

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
179.05%
Original Mortgage
$405,000
Outstanding Balance
$405,000
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$21,323

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2025
Sold by
Best Virginia and Best Larry
Bought by
Best Larry

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2015
Sold by
Best Shane and Best Anita Jean
Bought by
Best Larry and Best Virginia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$190,588
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 18, 2010
Sold by
Basel John F and Patton Linda S
Bought by
Best Larry

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$192,408
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $405,000 None Listed On Document
Special Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $195,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $405,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $75,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $242,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $224,818 VA
Previous Owner $224,161 VA
Previous Owner $190,588 VA
Previous Owner $192,408 FHA
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/28/2025 08/28/25 Sold $405,000 -4.7% $284 / Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Price Changed $425,000 -4.5% $298 / Sq Ft
05/22/2025 05/22/25 For Sale $445,000 -- $312 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

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 -- $311,600 $46,900 $264,700
2024 $1,789 $271,600 $43,300 $228,300
2023 $1,789 $271,600 $43,300 $228,300
2022 $1,748 $271,600 $43,300 $228,300
2021 $1,748 $271,600 $43,300 $228,300
2020 $1,369 $190,500 $32,500 $158,000
2019 $1,374 $190,500 $32,500 $158,000
2018 $1,374 $190,500 $32,500 $158,000
2017 $1,374 $190,500 $0 $0
2016 $1,348 $192,200 $0 $0
2015 $1,348 $192,200 $0 $0
2014 $1,209 $192,200 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4260530

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 7683-97-7163