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98 Mill Pond Dr, Tuckasegee, NC, 28783

3beds
2baths
1,553sqft
$499,900
$322price/sqft
$3,022/moest. monthly cost
$120,880/yrincome needed

About This Home

Come experience life in the WNC mountains that offers a one-of-a-kind destination experience, known as Bear Lake Reserve. Its a 2100 Acres Gated Mountain Lake Resort, it's like being in your own National Park. Enjoy the cozy 3/2 split bedroom open floor plan with stone fireplace, hardwoods, solid surface countertops and outdoor screened deck with stone fireplace to enjoy nature and the sounds of the bold creeks near by. Mill Pond Fishing Pavillion with stocked trout ponds and the Performance Lawn/Amphitheatre is just out your front door along with hiking trails near by. Can you see yourself laying out at a pool, lakeside? The amenities overlooks Bear Creek Lake, relax in one of two hot tubs or saunas, swim at the beach or sit out on the extensive balcony of the clubhouse taking in the views of Bear Creek Lake while enjoying your favorite beverage or chef prepared meal, all available for your relaxation! You don't want to miss the concerts or one of the most incredible fireworks displays in the country on the 4th of July, just a few steps away from your cottage, in fact you can sit on your back deck and watch. Bear Lake is calling your name! Answer it!

Getting Around

7
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
2
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

2/10
Cullowhee Valley SchoolGrades PK-86.1 mi
7/10
Jackson Co Early CollegeGrades 9-129.7 mi
5/10
Smoky Mountain HighGrades 9-129.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2005

Materials

  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Construction materials: Wood

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cottage
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Gas Oven,Gas Range,Microwave,Propane Water Heater,Refrigerator,Washer
  • Laundry features: In Hall,Inside,Laundry Closet,Main Level

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 3

Features

  • Breakfast Bar,Open Floorplan,Pantry,Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Door features: French Doors,Insulated Door(s)
  • Window features: Insulated Windows
  • Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
  • Fireplace features: Gas Log,Great Room,Outside
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 1,553

Great Room

  • Level: Main

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Heat Pump,Propane
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Electric,Heat Pump

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,553
  • Total interior livable area: 1,553 sqft

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: Main

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 7576870786
  • Zoning: R1
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Pool features: Community
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Deck,Porch,Screened
  • Spa features: Community
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Water
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Water
  • Waterfront features: Beach - Public,Boat Slip (Lease/License),Boat Slip – Community,Paddlesport Launch Site - Community
  • Waterbody name: Bear Creek Lake

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.56 Acres
  • Features: Cleared,Level,Paved

Parking

  • Parking features: Driveway
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveVery High
  • Lightning
    LightningVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Landslide
    LandslideModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Lightning
Inland Flooding
Hail
Ice Storm
Landslide
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters in Jackson County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,527$30,324
Home Insurance *$153$1,836
Property Taxes $142$1,704
Electricity $200$2,405
Total$3,022$36,264
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$103,611/yr
40% on housing$90,660/yr
45% on housing$80,586/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.7%
8.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 0.9%
0.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$322This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 28783$413
Jackson County$443

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 28783$315
Jackson County$377

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-07Listed for sale$539,900
2025-02-11Listing removed$485,000
2025-02-04Price change$485,000
2024-10-23Listed for sale$499,000
2022-03-11Sold$423,206
2022-01-25Pending sale$425,000
2022-01-24Contingent$425,000
2022-01-20Listed for sale$425,000
2005-10-28Sold$398,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentBernard Gilchrist
BrokerageSundog Realty, Inc.

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