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Last Sold Price
2 beds
685 Gold Mine Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Single FamilyProperty Type
5.01 acresLot Size
2010Year Built

Description

This is a beautiful and unique property that you must see to appreciate. 5+/- acres of park-like manicured trails meander through the property - following a tumbling stream and taking you to the private waterfall, a large wood-burning fire pit; multiple seating areas, a swinging bridge and even a zip line! The trails also lead to a second gated driveway cut in and cleared for an additional home site or play area. The home is exceptional with cherry wood interiors, high end finishes and beautiful...This is a beautiful and unique property that you must see to appreciate. 5+/- acres of park-like manicured trails meander through the property - following a tumbling stream and taking you to the private waterfall, a large wood-burning fire pit; multiple seating areas, a swinging bridge and even a zip line! The trails also lead to a second gated driveway cut in and cleared for an additional home site or play area. The home is exceptional with cherry wood interiors, high end finishes and beautiful furniture and accessories that all stay with the property. The upper level open living room, dining area & kitchen is completely surrounded by windows giving you the feeling of living in a high end tree house. The Master suite is spacious with a seating area while the lower level is perfect for your guests with a sleeper sofa, game area and private bath. There is a large patio with a gas fire pit and wood burning BBQ . This incredible property is only 8.2 miles and a short drive from downtown Highlands but a world away from the daily grind!
Listing closed: 09/05/2019 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 91645

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Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$618,000

Avg days on market

132

Sale-to-list ratio

91.4%

Highlands, NC

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Location

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Property Information for 685 Gold Mine Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $983 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Post And Beam
  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Creek/Stream
  • Waterfront Features: Stream
Building Information
  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 2010
  • Lot Size: 5.01 AC / 218,235 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Highway 64 West toward Franklin. Left on Gold Mine Road. There is a bridge immediately after you turn off onto Gold Mine. When you cross the Next bridge, the driveway is an immediate right. Gated driveway before this bridge leads to cleared driveway to other possible build site.
  • Latitude: 35.104078
  • Longitude: -83.273243
  • MLS Area Major: Highway 64 West
  • Water Body Name: Goldmine Creek
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 7522.20-23-90
  • Tax Annual Amount: $982.51
  • Tax Year: 2018
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Gated, Parking Lot
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Subdivided, Waterfall
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.01
  • Lot Size Area: 5.01
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 218235.6
  • 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: 2010
Building Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories: 3
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Financial Information
  • Current Financing: Conventional
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Private, Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Community Features: Park
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Garden, Gas Grill, Barbecue
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Ice Maker, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater, Washer, Oven
  • Has Basement: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Zoned
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Zoned, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Outside
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Upper
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 2
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Upper
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 3
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 4
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Upper
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 5
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 685 Gold Mine Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 5, 2019

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91645

$630,000—
Aug 19, 2019

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91645

—
Aug 5, 2019

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91645

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/05/2019

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91645

$630,000
08/19/2019

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91645

—
08/05/2019

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91645

—

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Schools near 685 Gold Mine 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 685 Gold Mine Road, Highlands, NC 28741
$630,000
2
–
218,235
–
2
1
1,253
141,570
–
2
2
1,448
250,470
$400,000
2
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39,204
$187,060
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–
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815,007
$37,500
–
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63,162

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