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$156,522$110 / 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 59How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $529,000 on Sep 28, 2021

5 AMETHYST DR

CASHIERS, NC 28717
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,425 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.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1983
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

$157K
$93K low$220K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$529,000 · Sep 28, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,146 (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.$301,703 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$67,030
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$234,673
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$152,460

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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.0.49
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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.GazeboPorch · 75 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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 · 1.0 mi
M
Blue Ridge Early CollegeD
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.0 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

5 Amethyst Dr 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 less than 98% of homes in Cashiers 28717
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Cashiers 28717
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Cashiers 28717
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Jackson County
  • Older than 69% 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
$162K$7.6M

This home is worth more than 2% 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$156,522
CheaperTypical $1,345,907Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$110
CheaperTypical $595Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,425 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,284 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1983
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 5 Amethyst Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCashiers 28717Jackson County
Estimated valuepricier than$156,5222% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$110almost no homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,425 ft²23% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac18% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than198331% of homes42% of homes

About 5 Amethyst Dr

How much is 5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC is $156,522 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $92,719 to $220,325. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC last sell?

5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC last sold on Sep 28, 2021 for $529,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC?

5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,425 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC built?

5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC was built in 1983, making it 43 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC?

5 Amethyst Dr, 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 5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC compare to other homes in Cashiers 28717?

Among the 2,200 homes in Cashiers 28717, it is worth more than 2% of them ($156,522 against a typical $1,345,907), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($110 against a typical $595), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,425 ft² against a typical 2,284 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1983 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Jackson County, it is worth more than 9% 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 5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Amethyst Dr, Cashiers, NC was $1,146. The county assessed it at $301,703.

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