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$953,415$439 / 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 68How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

285 WANDERING RIDGE RD

CASHIERS, NC 28717
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,170 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2010
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$953K
$650K low$1.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,085 (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.$1,075,127 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$105,520
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$969,607
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$652,750

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.54
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
84
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.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 480 ft²Patio · 1,046 ft²Porch · 516 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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 · 2.0 mi
M
Blue Ridge Early CollegeC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.0 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

285 Wandering Ridge 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 77% of homes in Jackson County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Jackson County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in Jackson County

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
$168K$7.2M

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$953,415
CheaperTypical $1,346,270Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$439
CheaperTypical $577Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area2,170 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,287 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built2010
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 285 Wandering Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCashiers 28717Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$953,41534% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43927% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than2,170 ft²47% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac55% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than201093% of homes96% of homes

About 285 Wandering Ridge Rd

How much is 285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC is $953,415 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $650,082 to $1,256,748. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC last sell?

285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC last sold on Aug 15, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC?

285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,170 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC built?

285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC was built in 2010, making it 16 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC?

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

How does 285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC compare to other homes in Cashiers 28717?

Among the 2,201 homes in Cashiers 28717, it is worth more than 34% of them ($953,415 against a typical $1,346,270), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($439 against a typical $577), it is bigger than 47% of them (2,170 ft² against a typical 2,287 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (1 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2010 against a typical 1994). 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 285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Wandering Ridge Rd, Cashiers, NC was $4,085. The county assessed it at $1,075,127.

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