1533 Flat Mountain Road

Closed 8/25/20

Sold

Last Sold Price

$360,000

3 beds3 baths

1533 Flat Mountain Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.62 acresLot Size

1949Year Built

1 carParking Spaces

Description

This remodeled mid-century home is full of Highlands' history and charm and is being sold completely furnished soyou can start living themountain lifestyle immediately! Fruit trees, mountain laurel, azaleas, hydrangeas, perennial garden beds, and old-growth rhododendron fill the picturesque backyard which has plenty of flat grassy areas for kids or pets to enjoy. There's also a large wet weather spring in the backyard that could be revived and enjoyed by the new owners. The main suite, guest bedroom,...This remodeled mid-century home is full of Highlands' history and charm and is being sold completely furnished soyou can start living themountain lifestyle immediately! Fruit trees, mountain laurel, azaleas, hydrangeas, perennial garden beds, and old-growth rhododendron fill the picturesque backyard which has plenty of flat grassy areas for kids or pets to enjoy. There's also a large wet weather spring in the backyard that could be revived and enjoyed by the new owners. The main suite, guest bedroom, full bath and laundry are located on the main level, and the upstairs provides a newly decorated bedroom and an added half bath. There is also a bonus room for an overflow of guests, which could double as an office or media room. The most recent updates include ceramic tiled floors in the guest bathrooms, exposed and refinished wood floors in the kitchen, fresh stone on both driveways, added lattice around home and on the deck, and additional landscaping to provide additional privacy. Offering rental potential with fast internet and phone service, this home is perfect for someone who wants to work from home. There are two new HVAC units, one for each floor, and a huge walk-in storage room. Thisrare unrestricted property is conveniently located in the popular Highway 64 corridor between Cashiers and Highlands. The access is easy and level off a state maintained road, and there are no property owner fees at all other than the low taxes.

Listed by: Cassie Neal 828.226.0383 cassie@ncliving.com Brokerage DRE #C19689 • SILVER CREEK REAL ESTATE GROUP, INC.
Listed by: Carol Mathews 828.743.1999 carol@ncliving.com Brokerage DRE #C19689 • SILVER CREEK REAL ESTATE GROUP, INC.

Listing closed: 08/25/2020 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 93899

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

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Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

92.7%

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Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: Unavailable
Square Feet: 0.83
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Property Information for 1533 Flat Mountain Road

Property Details

Taxes: $1,196 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Macon County
Architectural Style: Bungalow
Furnished: Furnished
Has View: No

Building Information

Year Built: 1949
Lot Size: 0.62 AC / 27,007 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: From Highway 64 take Flat Mountain Road, follow for about 1.5 miles (past Skyline Lodge entry) and the home is on the right.
Latitude: 35.082261

Longitude: -83.212035
MLS Area Major: Flat Mountain

Taxes and HOA

Association: No
Parcel Number: 7541-01-2650

Tax Annual Amount: $1,196.00
Tax Year: 2019

Parking

Carport: No
Covered Spaces: 1.0

Garage Spaces: 1.0
Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Detached, Garage

Property

Lot Information

Lot Features: Cleared, Level
Lot Size Acres: 0.618

Lot Size Area: 0.618
Lot Size Square Feet: 27007.2
Lot Size Units: Acres
Road Surface Type: Paved

Property and Assessments

Building Area Units: Square Feet
New Construction: No

Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Type: Residential
Year Built: 1949

Building Features

Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Stone

Levels: One and One Half
Roof: Shingle

Financial Information

Current Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Utilities: Cable Available
Water Source: Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Interior Features

Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Basement: Crawl Space

Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1
Total Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedrooms: 3
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Zoned
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Electric, Zoned, Natural Gas
Has Heating: Yes
Has Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup

Room Information

Room 1

Type: Living Room
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 2

Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Upper

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 3

Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 4

Type: Kitchen
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 5

Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 6

Type: Dining Room
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 7

Type: Bonus Room
Level: Upper

Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 1533 Flat Mountain Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Aug 25, 2020	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1405835092	$360,000	+5.6% / yr
Aug 25, 2020	Closed Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93899	$360,000	—
Aug 19, 2020	Under Contract-No Show Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93899		—
Jul 21, 2020	Under Contract-Show Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93899		—
Jul 3, 2020	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93899	$369,000	—
Apr 1, 2020	Expired Highlands-Cashiers BOR #90554	$349,000	—
Apr 8, 2019	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #90554	$359,000	—
Mar 31, 2019	Expired Highlands-Cashiers BOR #90243	$369,000	—
Feb 23, 2019	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #90243	$369,000	—
Dec 31, 2018	Expired Highlands-Cashiers BOR #87083	$369,000	—
Oct 14, 2017	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #87083	$389,000	—
Dec 20, 2007	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1100860041	$180,000	-52.3% / yr
Sep 21, 2007	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1476231369	$216,000	—
Sep 21, 2007	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1111430871	$216,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
08/25/2020	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1405835092	$360,000 +5.6% / yr
08/25/2020	Closed Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93899	$360,000
08/19/2020	Under Contract-No Show Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93899	—
07/21/2020	Under Contract-Show Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93899	—
07/03/2020	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93899	$369,000
04/01/2020	Expired Highlands-Cashiers BOR #90554	$349,000
04/08/2019	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #90554	$359,000
03/31/2019	Expired Highlands-Cashiers BOR #90243	$369,000
02/23/2019	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #90243	$369,000
12/31/2018	Expired Highlands-Cashiers BOR #87083	$369,000
10/14/2017	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #87083	$389,000
12/20/2007	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1100860041	$180,000 -52.3% / yr
09/21/2007	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1476231369	$216,000
09/21/2007	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1111430871	$216,000

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

Public Records for 1533 Flat Mountain Road

Taxable ValueLand$112,670Additions$436,590Total$549,260

Tax Record2025$1,708 ($142 / month)

Home Facts

Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,684 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,684 SqFtStories1Lot Size27,007 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1949Year Renovated1989ZoningRCountyMACONAPN7541012650

Schools near 1533 Flat Mountain Road

This home is within Macon County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
6/10	Highlands School	Public - Serves this home	K to 12	2.6 mi
3/10	Mountain View Intermediate School	Public - Serves this home	5 to 6	10.1 mi
6/10	Macon Middle School	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	10.0 mi
5/10	Franklin High	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	11.5 mi
1/10	Bartram Academy	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	10.8 mi
7/10	Macon Early College High School	Public - Nearby school	9 to 13	10.9 mi


Rating	School	Distance
6/10	Highlands School PublicK to 12 Serves this home	2.6 mi
3/10	Mountain View Intermediate School Public5 to 6 Serves this home	10.1 mi
6/10	Macon Middle School Public7 to 8 Serves this home	10.0 mi
5/10	Franklin High Public9 to 12 Serves this home	11.5 mi
1/10	Bartram Academy Public9 to 12 Choice school	10.8 mi
7/10	Macon Early College High School Public9 to 13 Nearby school	10.9 mi

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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This home: 1533 Flat Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$360,000	3	3	–	27,007
1581 Flat Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 28741	–	2	1.5	2,655	91,476
35 Mel Keener, Highlands, NC 28741	–	3	1	2,016	39,640
1560 Flat Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 28741	–	–	–	672	87,120
31 Forrest Lane, Highlands, NC 28741	$145,000	3	2.5	1,977	49,658
1479 Flat Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 28741	–	–	–	1,512	130,680
1655 Flat Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$395,000	3	2	1,118	27,007
1584 Flat Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 28741	–	3	2	1,372	43,560
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53 Forrest Lane, Highlands, NC 28741	$350,000	5	3	–	27,878
Lot 4 View Point Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$75,000	–	–	–	60,112
1675 Flat Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 28741	–	3	3.5	3,267	69,260
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