Sold
Last Sold Price
5 beds
973 Highgate Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.92 acresLot Size
1997Year Built
$2,700/yrHOA Fees
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Located on almost an acre of privacy, this 5BR/4.5BA home in the desirable neighborhood of Highgate awaits a fresh new start. On the Atlanta side of Highlands, Highgate is minutes from the town and convenient to Highlands Country Club and the Mountain Laurel Tennis Club. The main level features an ample kitchen space with a bay window and dining area which opens to a great room with a gas log stone fireplace. Lots of windows and sliding glass doors make the space light and airy. The living area overlooks...Located on almost an acre of privacy, this 5BR/4.5BA home in the desirable neighborhood of Highgate awaits a fresh new start. On the Atlanta side of Highlands, Highgate is minutes from the town and convenient to Highlands Country Club and the Mountain Laurel Tennis Club. The main level features an ample kitchen space with a bay window and dining area which opens to a great room with a gas log stone fireplace. Lots of windows and sliding glass doors make the space light and airy. The living area overlooks a covered deck with long range mountain views including a winter view of Whiteside Mountain. The deck is open on either side and fronts the main bedroom with bath and walk-in closet as well as a large guest room and bath. The laundry room and attached garage complete the main level. On the lower level are 3 more bedrooms, 2.5 baths and another deck for guests. One of the bedrooms would be perfect for a second living space with a day bed for overflow. The home has a perfect layout for residents and guests alike, offering privacy and plenty of room. For those who enjoy walking, the neighborhood of Highgate is mostly level and is perfect for that activity.
  • Listed by: Molly Leonard 828.371.1155 moleonard7@gmail.com Brokerage DRE #C12214 • Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Listing closed: 06/16/2026 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 1001818

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 973 Highgate Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,972 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Subdivision Name: Highgate
  • Has View: Yes
  • View: Mountain(s)
  • Has Waterfront: No
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Lot Size: 0.92 AC / 40,075 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Hwy. 106 (Dillard Road) past Glen Falls to next right Mountain Laurel Road. Go past Mountain Laurel Club up through old gates to top. House is on right just before Summit Trail on left. Gravel driveway between 2 large rocks, 973.
  • Latitude: 35.053339
  • Longitude: -83.231044
  • MLS Area Major: Highlands
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $2,700.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Highgate HOA
  • Association: Yes
  • Association Fee Monthly: $225.00
  • Parcel Number: 7530411365
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,972.46
  • Tax Lot: 27
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Gravel
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Sloped, Wooded, Steep Slope
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.92
  • Lot Size Area: 0.92
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Topography: Sloping
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1997
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding
  • Levels: Two
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 2
Farm Information
  • Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Utilities
  • Electric: Generator
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Central, Natural Gas
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Total Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Bedroom 5
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 2
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 3
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 4
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 5
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 4
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 7
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 8
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 973 Highgate Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 16, 2026

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1001818

$1,078,825—
Jun 11, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1942125080

$1,079,000—
Jun 11, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1942464161

$1,079,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/16/2026

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #1001818

$1,078,825
06/11/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1942125080

$1,079,000
06/11/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1942464161

$1,079,000

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

Public Records for 973 Highgate Road

Taxable ValueLand$150,000Additions$836,670Total$986,670
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,864 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,932 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,932 SqFtStories1Lot Size40,075 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1997Year Renovated1997ZoningRCountyMACONAPN7530411365

Schools near 973 Highgate 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: 973 Highgate Road, Highlands, NC 28741
$1,078,825
5
–
40,075
–
3
3
1,895
26,136
$343,500
4
3
1,701
48,787
–
3
2
2,148
64,904
$648,900
4
–
52,272
$98,000
4
3
1,276
60,984

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