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  • $2,445,000

    220 Worley Road, Highlands, NC 28741

    4beds
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    $13,313/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1985
    1.52 Acres Lot
    $2,267,400 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $42/mo HOA

    What's special

    Organic stacked stone fireplaceWalk-in closet
    FOX DEN is a rare opportunity to own a work of legacy modernism in the mountains. One of Jim Fox’s most celebrated designs, it has been meticulously re-envisioned through a $1.5M+ renovation. This is a sculptural residence perched at 4,100 feet on Satulah Mountain, inside the town limits of Highlands. Fox’s dramatic structural concept of four intersecting planes creates a dynamic interplay of geometry, light, and shadow. Walls of glass capture long range vistas of Whiteside, Chimneytop, and Terrapin Mountains, transforming the home into a living observatory of the Blue Ridge landscape. Every system, surface, and finish has been renewed with reverence for the original architecture and an eye toward elevated mountain luxury. The main level is a flowing modernist plan uniting the living, dining, kitchen, and terrace. It includes an organic stacked stone fireplace; custom kitchen with Bosch and Fisher & Paykel paneled appliances; Caesarstone surfaces & Rohl fixtures and sleek cabinetry illuminated by skylights. This level embodies the essence of modern design: sculptural lines, natural materials, and an effortless connection to the outdoors. The upper level is a private retreat framed by triangular windows overlooking the forest canopy. In addition to the bedroom there is a dedicated office/studio space, walk-in closet, loft area and heated marble floors in the bath. It’s a serene, architectural escape designed for reflection, creativity, and quiet luxury. The lower-level centers around a lounge anchored by a mid century Brutalist fireplace and dry bar. Three generous guest suites each offer newly renovated en suite baths and private decks with forest and mountain views. The expansive lower deck reveals the home’s cantilevered diamond form structure, a breathtaking example of Fox’s engineering artistry. It serves as a dramatic outdoor venue for cooking, dining, and fireside evenings. FOX DEN has been featured in multiple books and Fine Homebuilding Magazine, recognized for its bold geometry and modernist innovation. Highlands, NC was named America’s Best Small Mountain Town by Travel & Leisure (2023) providing an exceptional setting for a home of this caliber. This is more than a residence. It is a collectable architectural treasure, a luxury mountain retreat with pedigree, provenance, and soul—ready for its next steward.
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    Listed by:

    Carl Romberg,

    Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers

    Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1003026Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Description: ensuite bath
      • Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom 2
      • Description: ensuite bath, private deck
      • Level: Lower
      Bedroom 3
      • Description: ensuite bath, private deck
      • Level: Lower
      Bedroom 4
      • Description: ensuite bath, private deck
      • Level: Lower
      Den
      • Description: fireplace
      • Level: Lower
      Great room
      • Description: stone wood burning fireplace
      • Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Level: Lower
      Office
      • Description: with additional small loft
      • Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
      • Level: Second
      Heating
      • Ductless, Electric, Zoned
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Multi Units, Zoned
      Appliances
      • Included: Built-In Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Vented Exhaust Fan
      • Laundry: Inside, Lower Level, Laundry Room, Stacked
      Features
      • Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Bar, Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, High Speed Internet, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Basement: Concrete
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Den, Living Room, Masonry, Stone, Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Living area range: 2001-2500 Square Feet
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Gravel, Parking Pad
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Stories: 3
      • Patio & porch: Balcony, Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch
      • Exterior features: Other
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods
      • Waterfront features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 1.52 Acres
      • Features: Sloped Down, Views, Wooded, City Lot
      • Topography: Sloping
      Details
      • Parcel number: 7449564918
      • Zoning description: Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Contemporary,Tri-Level
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Cedar, Frame, Glass, Shingle Siding
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1985

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Sewer Applied for Permit, Septic Tank
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Fiber Optic Available, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Trails/Paths
      • Subdivision: Satuah Vista
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • HOA fee: $500 annually
      • HOA name: Satulah Vista Homeowner's Association
      Location
      • Region: Highlands

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $1,487,480
      • Annual tax amount: $5,940
      • Date on market: 4/22/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 95 days
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        $2,267,400

        $2.15M - $2.38M

        $6,716/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        4/22/2026Listed for sale$2,445,000-15%
        Source: HCMLS #1003026 Report a problem
        12/2/2025Listing removed$2,875,000
        Source: HCMLS #1000281 Report a problem
        7/28/2025Price change$2,875,000-4.1%
        Source: HCMLS #1000281 Report a problem
        7/14/2025Price change$2,999,0000%
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4280035 Report a problem
        3/21/2025Listed for sale$2,999,999+277.4%
        Source: HCMLS #1000281 Report a problem
        4/29/2022Sold$795,000-9.1%
        Source: HCMLS #98574 Report a problem
        3/30/2022Pending sale$875,000
        Source: HCMLS #98574 Report a problem
        3/28/2022Listed for sale$875,000-11.2%
        Source: HCMLS #98574 Report a problem
        3/1/2022Listing removed--
        Source: HCMLS Report a problem
        2/26/2022Listed for sale$985,000
        Source: HCMLS #98187 Report a problem
        2/2/2022Pending sale$985,000
        Source: HCMLS #98187 Report a problem
        1/31/2022Listed for sale$985,000
        Source: HCMLS #98187 Report a problem
        1/25/2022Pending sale$985,000
        Source: HCMLS #98187 Report a problem
        1/21/2022Listed for sale$985,000+118.9%
        Source: HCMLS #98187 Report a problem
        7/30/2015Sold$450,000+5.9%
        Source: HCMLS #80818 Report a problem
        7/20/2015Pending sale$425,000-12.4%
        Source: Pat Allen Realty Group, Inc. #80818 Report a problem
        4/1/2015Listed for sale$485,000
        Source: PAT ALLEN REALTY GROUP INC. #80818 Report a problem
        4/1/2015Pending sale$485,000
        Source: PAT ALLEN REALTY GROUP INC. #80818 Report a problem
        4/1/2015Listed for sale$485,000
        Source: PAT ALLEN REALTY GROUP INC. #80818 Report a problem
        2/8/2015Listing removed$485,000
        Source: PAT ALLEN REALTY GROUP INC. #80818 Report a problem
        1/21/2015Price change$485,000-2%
        Source: PAT ALLEN REALTY GROUP INC. #80818 Report a problem
        1/18/2015Price change$495,000-15.4%
        Source: PAT ALLEN REALTY GROUP INC. #80818 Report a problem
        1/16/2015Listed for sale$585,000
        Source: PAT ALLEN REALTY GROUP INC. #80818 Report a problem
        1/15/2015Pending sale$585,000
        Source: PAT ALLEN REALTY GROUP INC. #80818 Report a problem
        12/3/2014Listed for sale$585,000
        Source: PAT ALLEN REALTY GROUP INC. #80818 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$5,941 +14.4%$1,487,480 +14.8%
        2024$5,191 +21.5%$1,295,920 +21.8%
        2023$4,272 +35.1%$1,064,200 +104.4%
        2022$3,161 $520,590
        2021$3,161 +4.3%$520,590
        2020$3,030 +0.4%$520,590
        2019$3,017 -3.3%$520,590 -9.9%
        2018$3,120 $577,560
        2017-- $577,560
        2016-- $577,560
        2015$3,120 +0.7%$577,560 -37%
        2014$3,097 $916,420
        2013$3,097 $916,420
        2012-- $916,420
        2011-- $916,420
        2010-- $916,420
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28741

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        4 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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