51 Bear Shadow Ridge Highlands, NC 28741
Highlands AreaEstimated payment $26,359/month
Highlights
- Gated Community
- Mountain View
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Deck
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
Perched above the clouds with front-row seats to nature’s most spectacular show. Situated inside the exclusive gates of Bear Shadow Ridge, this masterfully crafted retreat is one of only two homes offering a completely unobstructed view of Whiteside Mountain, the valley below, and the famous bi-annual "Shadow of the Bear" phenomenon. Skip the crowded public overlook—enjoy this legendary sight from the comfort of your private expansive deck or sunroom. Bear Shadow sitings are so rare they are the topic of Land Rover commercials! Designed with quiet sophistication, the main level features rich antique hardwood floors, a true chef’s kitchen, and a luxurious primary suite complete with a newly updated spa-like bath and a massive walk-in closet with dedicated laundry. Upstairs, three grand guest suites offer ample space for family, while a private bonus apartment over the three-car garage provides the ideal guest house or nanny suite. Outdoors, enjoy beautifully landscaped, level grounds—a rare mountain find perfect for pets and outdoor living. Located conveniently between Highlands and Cashiers, you're just ten minutes from world-class dining, shopping, and premier country clubs.
Listing Agent
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT License #197852 Listed on: 07/31/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,316
Year Built
- Built in 2008
Lot Details
- 1.32 Acre Lot
- Lot Has A Rolling Slope
- Garden
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- Circular Driveway
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Metal Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Wired For Sound
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 4 Fireplaces
- Workshop
- Mountain Views
- Basement
- Exterior Basement Entry
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heat Pump System
- Propane
- Shared Well
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Gated Community
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 1
- Assessor Parcel Number 7551947528
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 | $3,316 | $1,105,390 | $330,800 | $774,590 |
| 2024 | $3,316 | $1,105,390 | $330,800 | $774,590 |
| 2023 | $1,303 | $1,105,390 | $330,800 | $774,590 |
| 2022 | $1,303 | $303,070 | $303,070 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,303 | $303,070 | $303,070 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,227 | $303,070 | $303,070 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,532 | $425,740 | $425,740 | $0 |
| 2017 | -- | $425,740 | $425,740 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,532 | $425,740 | $425,740 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,543 | $425,740 | $425,740 | $0 |
| 2014 | -- | $175,390 | $175,390 | $0 |
| 2013 | -- | $175,390 | $175,390 | $0 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2026 07/31/26 | For Sale | $4,750,000 | +25.5% | -- | |
| 09/12/2023 09/12/23 | Sold | $3,784,000 | -12.0% | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 09/04/2023 09/04/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/22/2023 05/22/23 | For Sale | $4,299,000 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $3,784,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 1003864
APN: 7551947528
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