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$990,955$563 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 67How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

1728 FOUND FOREST RD

CASHIERS, NC 28717
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,760 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$991K
$661K low$1.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,618 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$688,916 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$150,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$538,916
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$466,110

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.47
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
99
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
50
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyJACKSON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 54 ft²Patio · 342 ft²Porch · 128 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Blue Ridge SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 4.4 mi
M
Blue Ridge Early CollegeD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 4.4 mi

District: Jackson County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28717These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.162
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.106

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.34%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,217
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.42 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,958
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,868
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.81 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

1728 Found Forest Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 80% of homes in Jackson County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Jackson County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Cashiers 28717
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Cashiers 28717

What homes are worth in Cashiers 28717

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$163K$7.9M

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Cashiers 28717.

How it measures up in Cashiers 28717

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cashiers 28717.

Estimated value$990,955
CheaperTypical $1,373,412Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$563
CheaperTypical $602Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,760 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,264 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 1728 Found Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCashiers 28717Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$990,95534% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$56344% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,760 ft²35% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac85% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than199654% of homes63% of homes

About 1728 Found Forest Rd

How much is 1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC is $990,955 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $660,977 to $1,320,933. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC last sell?

1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC?

1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,760 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC built?

1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC?

1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC is assigned to Blue Ridge School (elementary), rated C+; Blue Ridge Early College (middle), rated D. All sit in Jackson County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC compare to other homes in Cashiers 28717?

Among the 2,216 homes in Cashiers 28717, it is worth more than 34% of them ($990,955 against a typical $1,373,412), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($563 against a typical $602), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,760 ft² against a typical 2,264 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (3 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1996 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 80% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1728 Found Forest Rd, Cashiers, NC was $2,618. The county assessed it at $688,916.

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