542 Cross Creek Trail Cullowhee, NC 28723
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
--
Sq Ft
5.28
Acres
Highlights
- Gated Community
- Mountain View
- Deck
- 5.28 Acre Lot
- Community Lake
- Spring on Lot
About This Home
As of August 2025Spectacular Cross Creek Preserve home on a 5+ acre lot! Cross Creek Preserve is a private gated community with access through a covered bridge where you realize how beautiful this area is. The natural flow of the home invites entertainment for large groups or intimate gatherings. Some of the property's features included a Carolina Room (screened porch with fireplace), dining room, gourmet kitchen, family room, 2-car garage and much more. this four-bedroom, four-bath home plus loft conveniently includes the master suite on the main level. The grounds are meticulously maintained with stone patio and landscaping, garden and bridge crossing over a small stream.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: 8287433411 Listed on: 09/22/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,105
Year Built
- Built in 2015
Lot Details
- 5.28 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a stream
- Lot Has A Rolling Slope
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Frame Construction
- Wood Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Fireplace Features Masonry
- Window Treatments
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Screened Porch
- Mountain Views
- Crawl Space
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Convection Oven
- Recirculated Exhaust Fan
- Microwave
- Freezer
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
Outdoor Features
- Spring on Lot
- Deck
- Patio
- Outdoor Fireplace
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- Private Water Source
- Tankless Water Heater
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 9
- Assessor Parcel Number 7552-49-0717
Community Details
Overview
- Property has a Home Owners Association
- Cross Creek Preserve Cashiers Subdivision
- Community Lake
Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 1, 2025
Closed on
Aug 5, 2025
Sold by
Pliner Stuart C and Pliner Barbara Bing
Bought by
Schavrien Family Trust and Schavrien
Seller's Agent
Kati Miller
Caliber Fine Properties
Buyer's Agent
John Sheehan
Mountain Life Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$3,350,000
Sold Price
$3,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-4.48%
Views
60
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-99.95%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 22, 2017
Closed on
Sep 25, 2018
Sold by
Benitez Michaerl D and Benitez Cheryl A
Bought by
Pliner Stuart C and Pliner Barbara B
Seller's Agent
Mike Benitez
Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kati MT Miller
Mountaintop Properties LLC.
List Price
$1,172,000
Sold Price
$960,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$212,000
-18.09%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.15%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 26, 2015
Sold by
Benitez Michael D
Bought by
Benitez Michael D and Benitez Cheryl A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
3.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 27, 2010
Sold by
Cross Creek Preserve Inc
Bought by
Bentez Michael D
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $3,200,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $3,200,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $960,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $750,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $165,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $416,950 | Construction |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/08/2025 08/08/25 | Sold | $3,200,000 | -4.5% | -- |
| 07/02/2025 07/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/02/2025 04/02/25 | For Sale | $3,350,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 04/02/2025 04/02/25 | Off Market | $3,350,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/01/2025 04/01/25 | For Sale | $3,350,000 | +249.0% | -- |
| 09/25/2018 09/25/18 | Sold | $960,000 | -18.1% | -- |
| 09/08/2018 09/08/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/22/2017 09/22/17 | For Sale | $1,172,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $7,496 | $1,972,688 | $266,310 | $1,706,378 |
| 2024 | $4,050 | $1,065,770 | $255,920 | $809,850 |
| 2023 | $4,503 | $1,065,770 | $255,920 | $809,850 |
| 2022 | $4,503 | $1,065,770 | $255,920 | $809,850 |
| 2021 | $4,050 | $1,065,770 | $255,920 | $809,850 |
| 2020 | $4,207 | $1,017,160 | $200,000 | $817,160 |
| 2019 | $4,207 | $1,017,160 | $200,000 | $817,160 |
| 2018 | $4,207 | $1,017,160 | $200,000 | $817,160 |
| 2017 | $4,105 | $1,017,160 | $200,000 | $817,160 |
| 2015 | $1,580 | $1,117,160 | $300,000 | $817,160 |
| 2011 | -- | $300,000 | $300,000 | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kati Miller
K
Seller's Agent in 2025
Kati Miller
Caliber Fine Properties
(828) 200-1254
85 in this area
116 Total Sales
-
Ali Moody
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Ali Moody
Caliber Fine Properties
(828) 333-7446
73 in this area
91 Total Sales
-
John Sheehan
Buyer's Agent in 2025
John Sheehan
Mountain Life Real Estate, LLC
(404) 790-9716
5 in this area
51 Total Sales
-
Mike Benitez
M
Seller's Agent in 2018
Mike Benitez
Cashiers Sotheby's International Realty
(828) 506-1041
1 Total Sale
-
Kati MT Miller
K
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Kati MT Miller
Mountaintop Properties LLC.
(828) 743-4701
28 in this area
28 Total Sales
Map
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 86959
APN: 7552-49-0717
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