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* Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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“Michele was great! Not only was she extremely helpful with our search and purchase, but her experience and knowledge of the local housing market, inspections, fixtures, and comps made her assistance invaluable!”
“Lin was absolutely amazing!! I've sold several properties with other agents, and sold the last two with Lin. I can only say that I wish I'd found her sooner! I live out of state and she made the process seamless. She took on these listings (each with its own issues) and she sold both properties at (and above) asking price. She is incredibly knowledgeable, communicative, and very pleasant to work with! I strongly recommend working with Lin, have already recommended her to family, and will definitely list with her again. Thank you so much, Lin!!”
“Jeff and his team were top notch ! They got our home sold in a timely manner. Highly recommended !”
“Mitzy has been such an eye opener and stress reliever. She took care of everything so quickly and diligently, she made us both feel so included and well informed. She is kind, knowledgeable, accommodating, patient and so much more! We had a rough experience and had to drop a real estate agent and called Century 21 and thank goodness we got Mitzy. She found us a house within 3 days of signing the documents to hire her. She explained what we could do to save us money but also got us the house. She made sure we were well informed on possibilities from her knowledge of the market. I cannot recommend her enough!!”
“Working with the Sold By Starkey team was an incredible experience! They worked tirelessly from the moment we began our search to the day we closed on our new home. Kevin truly understood what we were looking for and consistently guided us in that direction until the Sold By Starkey team found the perfect fit for us. Their deep passion for what they do and the clients they serve is evident in every interaction. I’m so thankful to have had the opportunity to work with such a trustworthy, patient, and compassionate team, and I would recommend them to any friend or family member looking to make a move!”
“Communicated well and kept me informed throughout the entire process.”
“Pamela began working with us and within 48 hrs we were under contract! She immediately translated our needs/requests into the ideal home and closed the deal promptly. Her communication, professionalism and ability to quickly understand what we were looking for were top notch. We relocated from NJ to NC and had very limited time to look at homes. Pamela narrowed out scope and effort and made the process simple for us. I Would recommend Pamela to anybody looking in the area and would use her again in a heartbeat! Thank you so much Pamela! We are grateful!”
“Anthony was instrumental in assisting my family with the sale of my mother's home upon her death. He was informative and knowledgeable about our area and the challenges we were facing with the condiiton of the home. He was in line with our thoughts and pricing which proved to be beneficial to all. Anthony maintained constant communicatoins with us throughout the process and made this difficult endeavor as smooth as possible. It was a pleasure working with him, so much so that I made an immediate referral to a collegue and he sold their property within days as well. They also are very pleased. I would highly recommend working with Anthony for your needs and would definitely work with him again should the need arise.”
“Kat was great in helping us get our house sold quickly and at the price we hoped. She was quick to reply and very on top of everything.”
“We really enjoyed working with Sue. She listened to what we were looking for and was quick to respond to meet us wheb needed.”
“Lena was awesomentonwork with. We have no previous experience and she helped tremendously during the entire procces.”
“Neil is great! He is very knowledgeable and a pleasure to work with. I will definitely refer him to anyone that asks if I know a local agent.”
“Very polite, professional and courteous! He displayed a vast knowledge of the geographical area and properties shown!”
“Matt Hyduchak was exactly the agent for us. He listed our home for sale and I brought him on for the buying process of our new construction home. I like to be involved in the real estate process and Matt allowed me to do so with all the communication I needed. I had many suggestions and requests throughout the listing period and Matt took everything into consideration with professional expertise, knowledge and kindness. Selling houses during this time was difficult for everyone, so Matt went the extra mile to increase our showings and presence, all while encouraging our confidence in selling our home. Though we believe our new home is forever, we would definitely ask Matt to represent us again if we choose to sell.”
“I had an amazing experience working with Sherry. From start to finish, she made the home-buying process smooth, stress-free, and even enjoyable. Sherry was knowledgeable, patient, and always quick to answer my questions. Their guidance helped me find the perfect home, and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase. I highly recommend Sherry Pitman to anyone looking to buy or sell a home!”
“Rebecca was available and patient in answering all our questions and walking us through the homebuying process, from beginning to end. Her knowledge and experience were the keys to our success.”
“She did everything i needed in an agent and more. A wonderful job.”
“Phillip was awesome to deal with and he was very informative. He was great on communication and was a delight to work with. I will definitely use him again and highly recommend him.”
“I had the pleasure of working with Chris on the purchase of my home. I was relocating from another state. He made the process easy by doing virtual walk-throughs to make sure the homes were as advertised and proactively communicating any new information. He was knowledgeable regarding the Wilmington, NC area. Chris was extremely professional, kind and trustworthy. I recommend Chris for all your real estate needs.”
“Judy was very experienced and professional. She was also very personable and friendly, as well as prompt with returning phone calls, text messages, etc.”
Information and statistics on the latest trends in the Clay County real estate market, updated for December 2025. *
The typical home value in Clay County is projected to be $478,800 for the month of November. October’s finalized data reported the typical value of a home in the county to be $420,000—up 25.37% over the previous 12 months. For comparison, state-level data pegged home values at $387,200 in North Carolina for the most recent reporting period. That number is expected to float around $391,100 in November.
Clay County had 25 new listings and 24 listings that went under contract in October, decreasing the area’s total available inventory to 118—down 9.23% from the previous month. Inventory is projected to have further decreased in November.
Of those 118 active listings, 29.66% reduced their price in the month of October. The median listing price for homes in Clay County grew 22.64% from September to October, bringing the current median listing price to $474,500. Based on projected data for November, listing prices may continue to grow.
The number of days that homes have been on the market prior to going under contract fell year-over-year. In October 2025, the median time for a listed property to go pending was 89 days, compared to 128 days in October 2024. However, in recent months the median number of days from listed to pending appears to be rising. That trend is predicted to have carried through to this November.
Market gauge is calculated based on the the number of active listings divided by home sales over the most recently available reporting period.
Clay County offers residents a welcoming small-town atmosphere, abundant outdoor opportunities, strong community ties, and convenient access to services and local culture.
Clay County offers mountain-lake living with a friendly pace and plenty to do. Centered around Hayesville, the county’s historic square gives way to Lake Chatuge’s clear coves, where boating, paddling, and lakeside picnics shine. The lake’s public recreation sites and seasonal water levels are well detailed by the Tennessee Valley Authority’s Lake Chatuge resources, a helpful guide for residents and visitors alike. Beyond the shoreline, the trails of the Nantahala National Forest invite hikers, anglers, and campers to explore hardwood ridges and trout streams, with easy access points across the county.
Families appreciate a tight-knit school system. Clay County Schools emphasize small class sizes, hands-on learning, and robust extracurriculars, with Hayesville High known for spirited athletics and strong graduation rates. Students can jump-start careers or college through dual-enrollment partnerships with Tri-County Community College, a regional hub for technical and university-transfer programs. Local civic life stays active through the Town of Hayesville’s events and services and the Clay County Government, which supports parks, emergency services, and community programs.
Weekend options abound: traditional music and craft workshops at the John C. Campbell Folk School in Brasstown, a quick trip to Murphy, lake views over in Hiawassee, or scenic drives toward Macon County. Whether you plan to put down roots or make a thoughtful change of address within the county, Agent Pronto can connect buyers and sellers with trusted local real estate professionals who know every cove, ridge, and cul-de-sac.
External resources: Tennessee Valley Authority – Lake Chatuge Recreation; U.S. Forest Service – Nantahala National Forest; Clay County Schools; Tri-County Community College; Town of Hayesville; Clay County Government; John C. Campbell Folk School.
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