285 Old Walhalla Road

Closed 2/2/18
Closed 2/2/18
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$392,500
3 beds
285 Old Walhalla Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Single FamilyProperty Type
3.7 acresLot Size
1950Year Built
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Historic, private and updated, this 3 bedroom 2 bath gem is set in prestigious Satula Mountain area on 2.6 acres (two lots separately pinned.) Surrounded by lush old growth laurels, rhododendron, evergreens, vintage gardens and babbling creeks. Heart pine floors throughout, a generous, old-world fireplace, a large kitchen with granite counters and dining area that overlooks an ample deck to enjoy the multi-range mountain view and sunrises, all create an escape that perfects a Highlands get-a-way....Historic, private and updated, this 3 bedroom 2 bath gem is set in prestigious Satula Mountain area on 2.6 acres (two lots separately pinned.) Surrounded by lush old growth laurels, rhododendron, evergreens, vintage gardens and babbling creeks. Heart pine floors throughout, a generous, old-world fireplace, a large kitchen with granite counters and dining area that overlooks an ample deck to enjoy the multi-range mountain view and sunrises, all create an escape that perfects a Highlands get-a-way. Generous master suite includes office area, claw-foot tub, & tiled shower. Ample walk in closets in each bedroom makes leaving mountain attire easy. Another 1.1 contiguous acres available, MLS #81455. Come, see, and buy it before someone else does! Highlands, NC,founded in 1875, has an elevation 4118 feet, and has always been a resort are for the wealthy! Average summer temperature is 76 degrees maximum. Comprised mostly of second, third and fourth homes. An outdoor enthusiast paradise, with eleven waterfalls,Whitewater Falls being the highest in the eastern United States. Surrounded by the Natahala National Forest, Highlands has one of the nation's oldest Land Trust and along with the Federal government, has ensured Highlands avoided the over development suffered by other resort communities. Highlands has eight world class golf courses, 17 Inns, including the multi-awarded Old Edwards Inn and Spa & 22 restaurants, many of whom are consistent winners of various accolades Other activities include tennis, indoor & out, hiking, swimming, ziplining,fly fishing,rafting, mountain biking, gem mining,canoeing, kayaking, tubing, horseback riding, and of course great shopping!
  • Listed by: Mallory Phillips 828.200.2642 twigsrg@gmail.com • Twigs Realty Group
Listing closed: 02/02/2018 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 81481

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Property Information for 285 Old Walhalla Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,608 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Mountain(s)
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Lot Size: 3.70 AC / 161,172 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Highlands Main Street turn onto S 4th Street, pass the Ugly Dog Pub and at the next intersection go straight onto Satulah Road. The next soft right is Old Walhalla Road. Property is on the right. From Cashiers, travel highway 64 to Highlands Main Street.Go straight onto S 4th Street.Continue pass the Ugly Dog Pub and follow directions above.
  • Latitude: 35.041263
  • Longitude: -83.199463
  • MLS Area Major: Highlands In-Town
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 7449364505
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,608.49
  • Tax Lot: 00
  • Tax Year: 2014
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level, Rolling Slope, City Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.7
  • Lot Size Area: 3.7
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 161172.0
  • 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: 1950
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Roof: Shingle
Financial Information
  • Current Financing: Conventional
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Electric Oven, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Walk-Out Access
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 2
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 3
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 4
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Level: Upper
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 5
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 6
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 285 Old Walhalla Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 2, 2018

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #81481

$392,500—
Aug 28, 2017

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #81481

—
Aug 28, 2017

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #81481

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/02/2018

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #81481

$392,500
08/28/2017

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #81481

—
08/28/2017

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #81481

—

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

Public Records for 285 Old Walhalla Road

Taxable ValueLand$677,480Additions$1,340,180Total$2,017,660
Tax Record2025$6,587 ($549 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths6Total Finished SqFt3,357 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,357 SqFtStories1Lot Size160,736 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningHR1CountyMACONAPN7449364236

Schools near 285 Old Walhalla Road

This home is within Macon County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Highlands School
Public - K to 12
Mountain View Intermediate School
Public - 5 to 6
Macon Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Franklin High
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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$392,500
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