Active
2 beds
965 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Est: $2,265/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.42 acresLot Size
1960Year Built

Description

Rare opportunity on Mirror Lake in Highlands! This waterfront property offers an exceptional setting directly on the shores of Mirror Lake, less than five minutes from downtown Highlands. The existing home is essentially a tear-down, and being sold " AS-IS" making this a unique opportunity to create a new mountain retreat in one of Highlands’ most desirable locations. The property currently offers an existing building footprint that can provide valuable redevelopment potential, subject to verification...Rare opportunity on Mirror Lake in Highlands! This waterfront property offers an exceptional setting directly on the shores of Mirror Lake, less than five minutes from downtown Highlands. The existing home is essentially a tear-down, and being sold " AS-IS" making this a unique opportunity to create a new mountain retreat in one of Highlands’ most desirable locations. The property currently offers an existing building footprint that can provide valuable redevelopment potential, subject to verification and approval by the Town of Highlands and applicable regulations. Enjoy the best of Highlands living with easy access to downtown, Mirror Lake, and the area’s renowned natural attractions. Bridal Veil Falls is approximately 1.5 miles away, as well as numerous scenic waterfalls, hiking trails, and outdoor destinations. A rare lakefront opportunity with tremendous potential in a highly sought-after Highlands location.
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  • Listed by: Kyle McKim 828.200.0454 kyle@highlandsproperties.com Brokerage DRE #C24269 • Weichert Realtors Highland Properties
  • Listed by: Heidi Lopez-Diaz 828.526.5522 heidi@highlandsproperties.com Brokerage DRE #C24269 • Weichert Realtors Highland Properties
Last updated: 09/03/2026 09:58 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 1004069

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Property Information for 965 Franklin Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,839 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Subdivision Name: Dobson Ridge
  • View: City, Lake, Mountain(s), Panoramic, Trees/Woods, Water
  • Has View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Lake, Lake Front, Waterfront
  • Has Waterfront: Yes
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Lot Size: 0.42 AC / 18,295 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Carrier Route: R004
  • Directions: From Main Street in Highlands, travel west on US 64/Franklin Road toward Franklin for approximately 2.5 miles. 965 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC 28741 will be on the right.
  • Latitude: 35.062441
  • Longitude: -83.211629
  • MLS Area Major: Highlands In-Town
  • Water Body Name: Mirror Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 7540-04-0230
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,839.00
  • Tax Lot: 7
  • Tax Year: 2026
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: City Lot, Gentle Sloping, Native Plants, Open Lot, Paved, Views, Waterfront, Level, Rolling Slope
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.42
  • Lot Size Area: 0.42
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Gravel
  • Topography: Level, Rolling, Sloping
Property and Assessments
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1960
Building Features
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Dock
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Free-Standing Electric Oven, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s)
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Heating: Space Heater, Wood
  • Has Heating: Yes
Room Information
Room 1
  • Level: First
Room 2
  • Level: First

Property History for 965 Franklin Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1004069

$399,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/03/2026

Listed (Active)

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1004069

$399,000

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

Public Records for 965 Franklin Road

Taxable ValueLand$257,040Additions$373,170Total$630,210
Tax Record2025$2,586 ($216 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt1,672 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt836 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt836 SqFtStories1Lot Size18,295 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1980ZoningHR2CountyMACONAPN7540040230

Schools near 965 Franklin 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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965 Franklin Road is a single family home for sale in Highlands, NC 28741. This property was listed for sale on September 3, 2026 by Weichert Realtors Highland Properties, it's currently listed at $399,000. This listing's school district is Macon County School District. Nearby schools include Highlands School, Mountain View Intermediate School and Macon Middle School. 965 Franklin Road is a 2-bed, 1-bath single family home built in 1960.

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