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Last Sold Price
3 beds
1742 Shortoff Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Single FamilyProperty Type
4.88 acresLot Size
1983Year Built

Description

If you are looking for a quiet, peaceful setting where nature abounds and a house that is ready to move into, come see this solidly built 3 bedroom, 3 bath home on 4.88 acres. There is a pretty pond and plenty of garden space. National Forest land is right next door with endless hiking and horse trails. Only 5 miles to downtown Highlands. Exterior of home has been freshly painted. New heat and HWH installed. New Roof 2017. Living-dining area/great room/loft layout with cathedral ceiling and plenty...If you are looking for a quiet, peaceful setting where nature abounds and a house that is ready to move into, come see this solidly built 3 bedroom, 3 bath home on 4.88 acres. There is a pretty pond and plenty of garden space. National Forest land is right next door with endless hiking and horse trails. Only 5 miles to downtown Highlands. Exterior of home has been freshly painted. New heat and HWH installed. New Roof 2017. Living-dining area/great room/loft layout with cathedral ceiling and plenty of light. Additional acreage a possibility with purchase of house.
  • Listed by: Ellie Hogan 828.200.0488 ellie4highlands@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #C6708 • COUNTRY CLUB PROPERTIES - MAIN
Listing closed: 08/02/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 96496

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Property Information for 1742 Shortoff Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,584 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Pond, Trees/Woods
  • Waterfront Features: Pond
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Lot Size: 4.88 AC / 212,572 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Highlands Hwy. 64 E toward Cashiers take left on Buck Creek Road, right on Shortoff Rd. Continue on Shortoff until pavement ends, follow to 1792 on left. Property starts before pond.
  • Latitude: 35.102662
  • Longitude: -83.186082
  • MLS Area Major: Shortoff
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 7541883658
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,583.79
  • Tax Lot: 4
  • Tax Year: 2020
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.88
  • Lot Size Area: 4.88
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 212572.8
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1983
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Roof: Shingle
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Deck, Front Porch, Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Room Information
Room 1
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom 2
Room 2
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Loft
Room 3
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Master Bedroom
Room 5
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Upper
  • Type: Bedroom 3
Room 6
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Living Room
Room 7
  • Area Units: Square Feet
  • Level: Main
  • Type: Dining Room

Property History for 1742 Shortoff Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 2, 2021

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #96496

$780,000
Jul 7, 2021

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #96496

Jun 19, 2021

Expired

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93768

$1,700,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/02/2021

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #96496

$780,000
07/07/2021

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #96496

06/19/2021

Expired

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #93768

$1,700,000

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

Public Records for 1742 Shortoff Road

Taxable ValueLand$245,570Additions$647,220Total$892,790
Tax Record2025$2,467 ($206 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,869 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,869 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt719 SqFtStories1Lot Size214,315 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1983Year Renovated1993ZoningRCountyMACONAPN7541883658

Schools near 1742 Shortoff 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

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