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Last Sold Price
2 beds
255 Turtle Pond Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.96 acresLot Size
1978Year Built

Description

Tucked along the edge of the Nantahala National Forest — offering protected privacy and no future development beyond — this charming mountain cottage is just four miles from Highlands Main Street and conveniently located off Dillard Road. Designed for easy mountain living, this single-level home features an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area centered around a cozy fireplace. Just beyond, a covered back porch opens to the peaceful, wooded setting — perfect for morning coffee or evening...Tucked along the edge of the Nantahala National Forest — offering protected privacy and no future development beyond — this charming mountain cottage is just four miles from Highlands Main Street and conveniently located off Dillard Road. Designed for easy mountain living, this single-level home features an open-concept kitchen, dining, and living area centered around a cozy fireplace. Just beyond, a covered back porch opens to the peaceful, wooded setting — perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. The home includes two bedrooms and two bathrooms, along with a versatile bonus room. The gentle, nearly level yard at approximately 3,900 feet in elevation offers exceptional usability — rare for a Highlands-area property. Updates include a new HVAC system, encapsulated basement, fresh exterior paint, and a roof replacement in 2022. A large circular driveway provides ample parking and easy access. With no HOA and no deed restrictions, this property offers flexibility for personal use, a second home, or a short-term rental investment. Enjoy close proximity to hiking, waterfalls, and outdoor recreation, as well as Highlands’ renowned dining, boutique shopping, and arts scene. A true mountain retreat — comfortable and ready to enjoy from day one, with the chance to personalize over time.
  • Listed by: Rachel Wavra 828.505.6190 rachel@ncliving.com Brokerage DRE #C19689 • Silver Creek Real Estate Group, Inc.
Listing closed: 07/29/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 1003082

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Property Information for 255 Turtle Pond Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,518 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Furnished: Partially
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1978
  • Lot Size: 0.96 AC / 41,817 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Main Street, Highlands - Take NC-106/Dillard Road for 4 miles. Turn right onto Turtle Pond Road. Continue for about 1/4 mile and then turn right to stay on Turtle Pond. Circular driveway is first on the right, #255.
  • Latitude: 35.039794
  • Longitude: -83.262215
  • MLS Area Major: Turtle Pond
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 7429466729
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,518.09
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Direction Faces: North
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.96
  • Lot Size Area: 0.96
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Topography: Level
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1978
Building Features
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories: 1
Financial Information
  • Current Financing: Conventional
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected
  • Water Source: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Outdoor Grill
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Wrap Around
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Laundry Room
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Laundry
  • Level: Main
Room 2
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
Room 3
  • Type: Bonus Room
  • Level: Main
Room 4
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
Room 5
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Level: Main
Room 6
  • Type: Master Bathroom
  • Level: Main
Room 7
  • Type: Bathroom 2
  • Level: Main
Room 8
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
Room 9
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main

Property History for 255 Turtle Pond Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 29, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1945659342

$600,000—
Jul 29, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #140608383

$600,000

+3.5% / yr

Jul 29, 2026

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1003082

$600,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/29/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1945659342

$600,000
07/29/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #140608383

$600,000

+3.5% / yr

07/29/2026

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1003082

$600,000

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

Public Records for 255 Turtle Pond Road

Taxable ValueLand$104,850Additions$378,750Total$483,600
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt672 SqFtStories1Lot Size41,818 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1978Year Renovated1988ZoningRCountyMACONAPN7429466729

Schools near 255 Turtle Pond 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 255 Turtle Pond Road, Highlands, NC 28741
$600,000
2
–
41,817
$100,000
2
3
1,638
68,389
$200,000
4
2
1,176
37,768
–
3
1.5
1,104
20,038
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1
2
1,224
50,530
$3,500,000
1
1
480
21,780

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