Active
4 beds
1281 Panther Mountain Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Est: $3,195/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.57 acresLot Size
1980Year Built
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

4 beds - 3 baths - 2 car garage - AND a view $600k! This home was custom built by the sellers and has been lovingly cared for. Truly a hoss of a house. Strip the wallpaper, replace the carpet, & put your personal touches on it. Only 15 minutes to downtown Highlands. The privacy and the place create a wonderful opportunity to get your piece of Highlands, NC. Being outside the city limits is a true value for those in the know. Call your Realtor and make an appointment today!4 beds - 3 baths - 2 car garage - AND a view <$600k! This home was custom built by the sellers and has been lovingly cared for. Truly a hoss of a house. Strip the wallpaper, replace the carpet, & put your personal touches on it. Only 15 minutes to downtown Highlands. The privacy and the place create a wonderful opportunity to get your piece of Highlands, NC. Being outside the city limits is a true value for those in the know. Call your Realtor and make an appointment today!
41 days on Market
  • Listed by: Stuart Jernigan 828.276.3569 exitmountain@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #C12214 • Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Last updated: 09/03/2026 08:57 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 1003867

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Property Information for 1281 Panther Mountain Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,815 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Furnished: Partially
  • Subdivision Name: Panther Mountain
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Lot Size: 1.57 AC / 68,389 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Carrier Route: R001
  • Directions: Take Buck Creek Road to Panther Mountain. Continue through the gate and follow directional signs to 'Wedgewood'.
  • Latitude: 35.119352
  • Longitude: -83.234521
  • MLS Area Major: Buck Creek
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 7532452308
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,815.20
  • Tax Lot: 18
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage, Garage Faces Side
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Views, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.57
  • Lot Size Area: 1.57
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Topography: Level
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1980
Building Features
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories: 1
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Phone Available
  • Water Source: Spring
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
  • Basement: Daylight, Finished, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Wood, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Interior Features: High Speed Internet
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
Room Information
Room 1
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Bathroom 3
Room 2
  • Level: Basement
  • Type: Bedroom 4
Room 3
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom 2
Room 4
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 5
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Master Bathroom
Room 6
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bathroom 1
Room 7
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bedroom 2
Room 8
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
Room 9
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Bathroom 2

Property History for 1281 Panther Mountain Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 3, 2026

Price Change

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1003867

$589,000
Aug 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1003867

$599,000
Nov 25, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1111912271

$50,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/03/2026

Price Change

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1003867

$589,000
08/01/2026

Listed (Active)

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1003867

$599,000
11/25/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1111912271

$50,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1281 Panther Mountain Road

Taxable ValueLand$188,160Additions$398,210Total$586,370
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,584 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,584 SqFtStories1Lot Size68,389 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1980Year Renovated1996ZoningRCountyMACONAPN7532452308

Schools near 1281 Panther Mountain Road

This home is within Macon County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 12
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Highlands School
PublicK to 12

Mountain View Intermediate School
Public5 to 6

Macon Middle School
Public7 to 8

Franklin High
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1281 Panther Mountain Road is a single family home for sale in Highlands, NC 28741. This property was listed for sale on August 1, 2026 by Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT, it's currently listed at $589,000. It has been on the market for a total of 41 days and was last sold on November 25, 2013. This listing's school district is Macon County School District. Nearby schools include Highlands School, Mountain View Intermediate School and Macon Middle School. 1281 Panther Mountain Road is a 4-bed, 3-bath single family home built in 1980.

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