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Seller's Agent in 2025
Sheryl Wilson
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty
(828) 337-0706
1 in this area
8 Total Sales
649 Wild River Rd Cashiers, NC 28717
Cashiers AreaEstimated Value: $1,234,000 - $1,489,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
--
Sq Ft
2.19
Acre Lot
Highlights
- Gated Community
- 2.19 Acre Lot
- Deck
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Mountain View
- Wood Burning Stove
About This Home
As of September 2025This stunning three bedroom, three bathroom rustic, log cabin home offers a picturesque, winter view of Whiteside Mountain and a beautiful waterfront waterfall bordering the Chatooga River. This property is located within the scenic Silver Slip Falls gated community between the charming towns of Highlands and Cashiers. The living room features a massive custom stone floor to ceiling wood burning fireplace with a cozy window seat to make it the heart of the home. The home has had numerous upgrades including the kitchen, bathrooms and a double carport with covered walkway. There is a large finished family room and third bedroom and bathroom located on the lower level with a wood burning Buckstove. Enjoy the large double decks with a screened in porch and listen to the bold sound of the rushing Chatooga River below. The landscaped grounds include a trail leading to the river and a spot ready for a cozy fire pit. The community features great walking trails along side rivers, ponds and mature native plantings. Bring your family and friends to enjoy this outdoor community. The home is situated on a 2.19 acre double size lot. Cashiers is known for it's beautiful waterfalls, hiking and many other outdoor activities. This one is ready for occupancy to start enjoying all that the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Smoky mountains have to offer. Western North Carolina offers the richest natural gifts revealed in a dazzling display of mountains, rivers, waterfalls and streams. Nearby trout fishing, hiking, biking, local playgrounds, dog parks and more. Jackson County, Macon County and nearby, Transylvania County are also rich in entertainment with opera, musical, plays, classical symphony and contemporary music for all to enjoy.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty License #115459 Listed on: 04/11/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,315
Year Built
- Built in 1986
Lot Details
- 2.19 Acre Lot
- Gated Home
- Sloped Lot
- Wooded Lot
HOA Fees
- $167 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1.5-Story Property
- Furnished
- Built-In Features
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Stove
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Screened Porch
- Mountain Views
Kitchen
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Fireplace in Basement
Parking
- 2 Carport Spaces
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Fire Pit
- Outdoor Grill
Utilities
- Humidity Control
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heating System Uses Wood
- Private Water Source
- Septic Tank
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 15 & 16
- Assessor Parcel Number 7561-97-6384
Community Details
Overview
- Silver Slip Falls Poa
- Silver Slip Falls Subdivision
Recreation
- Trails
Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 11, 2025
Closed on
Sep 30, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sheryl Wilson
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Cox
Betsy Paul Properties, Inc.
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$320,000
-20.06%
Views
97
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$77,115
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.42%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 6, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 1, 2014
Closed on
Oct 31, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kathryn Hansen
Cashiers Valley Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Sheryl Wilson
Highlands Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$295,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$104,000
-26.07%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
16.92%
Original Mortgage
$265,500
Interest Rate
0.03%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,275,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| $295,000 | Attorney |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $265,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/30/2025 09/30/25 | Sold | $1,275,000 | -8.6% | -- | |
| 09/14/2025 09/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/12/2025 08/12/25 | Price Changed | $1,395,000 | -3.8% | -- | |
| 05/21/2025 05/21/25 | Price Changed | $1,450,000 | -9.1% | -- | |
| 04/11/2025 04/11/25 | For Sale | $1,595,000 | +440.7% | -- | |
| 11/01/2016 11/01/16 | Sold | $295,000 | -26.1% | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 09/23/2016 09/23/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/01/2014 07/01/14 | For Sale | $399,000 | -- | -- |
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®
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 | $2,909 | $765,505 | $300,000 | $465,505 |
| 2024 | $2,033 | $534,918 | $250,000 | $284,918 |
| 2023 | $2,213 | $510,030 | $250,000 | $260,030 |
| 2022 | $2,213 | $510,030 | $250,000 | $260,030 |
| 2021 | $1,938 | $510,030 | $250,000 | $260,030 |
| 2020 | $2,104 | $500,820 | $250,000 | $250,820 |
| 2019 | $2,104 | $500,820 | $250,000 | $250,820 |
| 2018 | $2,104 | $500,820 | $250,000 | $250,820 |
| 2017 | $2,013 | $500,820 | $250,000 | $250,820 |
| 2015 | $2,230 | $490,350 | $250,000 | $240,350 |
| 2011 | -- | $720,170 | $400,000 | $320,170 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Sheryl Wilson
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Michael Cox
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Michael Cox
Betsy Paul Properties, Inc.
(828) 200-1440
9 in this area
49 Total Sales
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Kathryn Hansen
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Seller's Agent in 2016
Kathryn Hansen
Cashiers Valley Real Estate LLC
(828) 507-6194
1 in this area
13 Total Sales
Map
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 1000568
APN: 7561-97-6384
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