976 Blue Valley Road

Closed 6/23/21

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Last Sold Price

$850,000

4 beds6 baths

976 Blue Valley Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

Single FamilyProperty Type

22.07 acresLot Size

1993Year Built

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Panoramic long-range mountain views from this 22-acre Blue Valley estate in Highlands, NC. At 2,780 feet elevation, the main home and guest house have plenty of room and numerous spaces for privacy. The main house is 5,000 sqft with 3BR/4BA, living room with stone fireplace, two dining areas, a playroom, den, and two office spaces. The kitchen has been completely remodeled and is centrally located. The sun room off the kitchen has a pass-thru and boasts wall-to-wall windows. A second kitchen has...Panoramic long-range mountain views from this 22-acre Blue Valley estate in Highlands, NC. At 2,780 feet elevation, the main home and guest house have plenty of room and numerous spaces for privacy. The main house is 5,000 sqft with 3BR/4BA, living room with stone fireplace, two dining areas, a playroom, den, and two office spaces. The kitchen has been completely remodeled and is centrally located. The sun room off the kitchen has a pass-thru and boasts wall-to-wall windows. A second kitchen has two dishwasher drawers and private grilling porch. The main home also offers several inviting outdoor living spaces for entertaining. On the terrace level, there is a large patio with a stone fireplace and a built-in grill; the lawn holds a putting green, horseshoe pit, and shuffleboard court. The guest cottage is 1BR/1.5BA, and has an adorable kitchen, bonus room, and rocking chair front porch. It also has OUTRAGEOUS views of Brushy Face and Little Yellow mountains as well as the Chattahoochee National Forest. The property is unrestricted and may be subdivided; another home site is construction ready and has a 3 bedroom septic installed and water to the lot. Many possibilities await you: family compound, corporate retreat, or development.

Listed by: John Bynum 828.200.0144 john@bhhsmmr.com Brokerage DRE #C18342 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF
Listed by: Judith Michaud 828.526.1717 judy@bhhsmmr.com Brokerage DRE #C18342 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty

Listing closed: 06/23/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 91486

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,750,000

Avg days on market

151

Sale-to-list ratio

88.2%

a view of a building in the middle of a yard

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$1,750,000

Sold 06/24/25

4
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: Unavailable
Square Feet: 3.31
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Bathrooms: Unavailable
Square Feet: 14
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Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: Unavailable
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Bathrooms: Unavailable
Square Feet: 0.96
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Property Information for 976 Blue Valley Road

Property Details

Taxes: $5,448 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Macon County
Architectural Style: Split Level, Traditional
Furnished: Unfurnished
Has View: Yes
View: Mountain(s)

Building Information

Year Built: 1993
Lot Size: 22.07 AC / 961,369 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: HWY28S 4 miles to RIGHT on Blue Valley Road approx 1 mile to 976 on LEFT
Latitude: 35.004719

Longitude: -83.214846
MLS Area Major: Highlands

Taxes and HOA

Association: No
Parcel Number: 7438-73-9653

Tax Annual Amount: $5,448.00
Tax Year: 2018

Parking

Carport: No
Covered Spaces: 2.0

Garage Spaces: 2.0
Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Circular Driveway, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gated, Paved, Parking Lot

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Property

Lot Information

Lot Features: Cleared, Rolling Slope, Subdivided, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 22.07

Lot Size Area: 22.07
Lot Size Square Feet: 961369.2
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: 1993

Building Features

Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
Other Structures: Residence, Shed(s)

Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
Levels: Multi/Split

Farm Information

Other Equipment: Satellite Dish

Utilities

Electric: Generator
Sewer: Septic Tank

Water Source: Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Garden, Gas Grill, Balcony
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch

Interior Features

Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Freezer, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Basement: Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Bath/Stubbed, Walk-Out Access

Has Basement: Yes
Full Bathrooms: 5
Half Bathrooms: 1
Total Bathrooms: 6
Total Bedrooms: 4
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump, Wall Unit(s)
Has Cooling: Yes
Heating: Central, Electric, Natural Gas
Has Heating: Yes
Has Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Outside, Stone, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Interior Features: Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Window Features: Skylight(s)

Room Information

Room 1

Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 2

Type: Kitchen
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 3

Type: Dining Room
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 4

Type: Kitchen
Level: Lower

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 5

Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 6

Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 7

Type: Living Room
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 8

Type: Den
Level: Lower

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 9

Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 10

Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Room 11

Type: Family Room
Level: Main

Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 976 Blue Valley Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Jun 23, 2021	Closed Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91486	$850,000	—
Jun 14, 2021	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1464885107	$850,000	—
Jun 7, 2021	Under Contract-No Show Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91486		—
Apr 30, 2021	Under Contract-Show Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91486		—
Jul 12, 2019	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91486	$1,500,000	—
Jul 5, 2019	Withdrawn Highlands-Cashiers BOR #88430	$1,750,000	—
May 22, 2018	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #88430	$1,750,000	—
May 1, 2018	Expired Highlands-Cashiers BOR #87902	$1,750,000	—
Apr 2, 2018	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #87902	$1,750,000	—
Jan 4, 2018	Withdrawn Highlands-Cashiers BOR #85694	$1,750,000	—
Apr 14, 2017	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #85694	$1,750,000	—
Dec 7, 2016	Withdrawn Highlands-Cashiers BOR #84123	$1,975,000	—
Jun 6, 2016	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #84123	$1,975,000	—
May 11, 2016	Expired Highlands-Cashiers BOR #81704	$1,995,000	—
May 13, 2015	Withdrawn Highlands-Cashiers BOR #71473	$1,495,000	—
May 13, 2015	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #81704	$1,995,000	—
Aug 19, 2010	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #71473	$1,495,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
06/23/2021	Closed Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91486	$850,000
06/14/2021	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1464885107	$850,000
06/07/2021	Under Contract-No Show Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91486	—
04/30/2021	Under Contract-Show Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91486	—
07/12/2019	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #91486	$1,500,000
07/05/2019	Withdrawn Highlands-Cashiers BOR #88430	$1,750,000
05/22/2018	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #88430	$1,750,000
05/01/2018	Expired Highlands-Cashiers BOR #87902	$1,750,000
04/02/2018	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #87902	$1,750,000
01/04/2018	Withdrawn Highlands-Cashiers BOR #85694	$1,750,000
04/14/2017	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #85694	$1,750,000
12/07/2016	Withdrawn Highlands-Cashiers BOR #84123	$1,975,000
06/06/2016	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #84123	$1,975,000
05/11/2016	Expired Highlands-Cashiers BOR #81704	$1,995,000
05/13/2015	Withdrawn Highlands-Cashiers BOR #71473	$1,495,000
05/13/2015	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #81704	$1,995,000
08/19/2010	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #71473	$1,495,000

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

Public Records for 976 Blue Valley Road

Taxable ValueLand$328,980Additions$812,300Total$1,141,280

Tax Record2025$4,154 ($346 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt4,960 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,784 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt2,176 SqFtStories1Lot Size961,369 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1993Year Renovated2013CountyMACONAPN7438739653

Schools near 976 Blue Valley Road

This home is within Macon County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
6/10	Highlands School	Public - Serves this home	K to 12	3.2 mi
3/10	Mountain View Intermediate School	Public - Serves this home	5 to 6	13.8 mi
6/10	Macon Middle School	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	13.7 mi
5/10	Franklin High	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	15.2 mi
1/10	Bartram Academy	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	13.1 mi
7/10	Macon Early College High School	Public - Nearby school	9 to 13	14.3 mi


Rating	School	Distance
6/10	Highlands School PublicK to 12 Serves this home	3.2 mi
3/10	Mountain View Intermediate School Public5 to 6 Serves this home	13.8 mi
6/10	Macon Middle School Public7 to 8 Serves this home	13.7 mi
5/10	Franklin High Public9 to 12 Serves this home	15.2 mi
1/10	Bartram Academy Public9 to 12 Choice school	13.1 mi
7/10	Macon Early College High School Public9 to 13 Nearby school	14.3 mi

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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Address	Sold price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	Lot (Sqft)
This home: 976 Blue Valley Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$850,000	4	6	–	961,369
786 Blue Valley Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$379,000	3	3	–	67,082
726 Blue Valley Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$130,000	2	2	–	71,874
685 Blue Valley Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$287,000	4	4	–	207,345
235 Cinnamon Lane, Highlands, NC 28741	–	2	1	992	667,775
777 Blue Valley Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$20,000	2	1	1,312	65,340
980 Blue Valley Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$298,000	5	3	–	407,721
194 Cinnamon Lane, Highlands, NC 28741	–	4	2	1,440	562,360
615 Blue Valley Road, Highlands, NC 28741	–	–	–	1,456	56,628
582 Blue Valley Road, Highlands, NC 28741	–	5	3	2,669	456,509
1020 Blue Valley Road, Highlands, NC 28741	–	1	1	520	45,418
100 Carriage Lane, Highlands, NC 28741	$190,000	2	1	1,092	178,596
3405 Clear Creek Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$415,000	4	4	–	33,105
3495 Clear Creek Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$350,000	3	2	–	40,510
3435 Clear Creek Road, Highlands, NC 28741	$236,000	3	1	1,837	30,634
3235 Clear Creek Road, Highlands, NC 28741	–	3	1	1,200	235,224

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