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Sold for $200,000
    • $200,000

    8242 Highlands Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

    3beds
    --sqft
    Residential, Cabin
    Built in 1960
    7.81 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $4,217 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Wood burning fireplacesRushing buck creek frontageOriginal hardwood floorsFern lined meandering driveway
    Over 750 Feet of Rushing Buck Creek Frontage on 7.81 +/- Acres! Fern lined, meandering driveway speckled with Mountain Laurel and Lush Rhododendrons. Spend hours enjoying the soothing sounds of Buck Creek. Sunroom on Main and Studio Upper Level face the Creek. Main & Upper Level Kitchen areas. Two Wood Burning Fireplaces. Some Original Hardwood Floors. This Home needs EXTENSIVE work, appears to have had several additions to the original structure. HVAC duct work in place but not connected to a Heat/Air source. Upper Level is 1200 +/- SF, buyer can reconfigure to make larger Bedrooms. Powered Shed 24' X 10'. Drilled Well. Tax Records say home built 1960. Being "Sold As Is". Due to the age, no septic records available. Photos shown on listing are 4 years old and do not reflect the present condition of the dwelling. Roof has been leaking for a few years and has produced extensive damage. Bring your work crew & make it a project of love or remove the home & build your new Mountain Paradise. Cash Buyers Only. Enter the home at your own risk.

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    Listed by:

    John Becker,

    Bald Head Realty

    Bought with:

    John Becker, 239686

    Bald Head Realty

    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26042094

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Second
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    Heating
    • Wood, Other
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: None, No Water Heater
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Large Master Bedroom, Primary w/Ensuite, Sunroom
    • Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood
    • Doors: Doors-Screens
    • Windows: Screens
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    • Attic: Floored,Pull Down Stairs
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Brick, Two or More
    Interior area
    • Living area range: 2601-2800 Square Feet

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: No Garage
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Exterior features: Rustic Appearance
    • On waterfront: Yes
    • Waterfront features: River Front, Stream/Creek
    Lot
    • Size: 7.81 Acres
    • Features: Level Yard, Open Lot, Private
    • Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
    Details
    • Additional structures: Outbuilding/Workshop, Storage Building/Shed
    • Parcel number: 7522089872

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cabin
    • Property subtype: Residential, Cabin
    Materials
    • Wood Siding
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1960

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well, Private
    • Utilities for property: Cell Service Available

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Highlands Gate
    Location
    • Region: Highlands

    Financial & listing details

    • Tax assessed value: $126,560
    • Annual tax amount: $2,576
    • Date on market: 9/8/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash
    • Road surface type: Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/29/2025Sold$200,000-8.7%
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042094 Report a problem
    9/12/2025Contingent$219,000
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042094 Report a problem
    9/8/2025Listed for sale$219,000+18.4%
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042094 Report a problem
    7/19/2021Listing removed--
    Source: HCMLS Report a problem
    7/13/2021Pending sale$185,000
    Source: HCMLS #96638 Report a problem
    7/12/2021Sold$185,000
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26019783 Report a problem
    6/3/2021Contingent$185,000
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26019783 Report a problem
    5/29/2021Listed for sale$185,000+52.9%
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26019783 Report a problem
    6/28/2017Sold$121,000-19.3%
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26005044 Report a problem
    6/15/2017Pending sale$150,000
    Source: Re/Max Elite Realty #26005044 Report a problem
    5/12/2017Listed for sale$150,000
    Source: Re/Max Elite Realty #26005044 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2016-- $126,560
    2015$371 +6.6%$126,560 -51.5%
    2014$348 $260,970
    2013$348 $260,970
    2012-- $260,970
    2011-- $260,970
    2010-- $260,970
    Find assessor info on the county website

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