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Off market sep 2019 for $435K

$1,191,539

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,316/mo

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21 Cave Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

About this home

ON GOLDEN POND. .. and it's yours! This 4 BR/4 Bath home is conveniently located close to downtown Highlands and sits on a quiet +/- 2.1 acre lot with small pond in the back yard complete with small dock for sunning or fishing! The deck wraps around 3 sides of the home providing abundant outdoor living space. The side porch is partially covered, providing a perfect place to grill even if it's raining. The spacious master bedroom suite is on the main level along with another large guest bedroom suite. The living room has a wood burning fireplace and is open to the dining room and overlooks the backyard pond. The lower level has 2 more large bedroom suites and another entertainment room with a bar for entertaining. There are 2 laundry rooms and entrances on both levels making this a perfect rental and investor's delight!! Good parking behind a gate and 2 car carport. Level grounds with old stones and moss. A short drive to downtown Highlands. Furnished and ready to enjoy the fall foliage!!

Single-familyProperty Type

1975Year Built

2.1 acresLot Size

2 spacesParking

Listed by Pat Allen • Allen Tate/Pat Allen Realty Group

Listed by Julie Osborn • Allen Tate/Pat Allen Realty Group

Contact: 8285268784

Bought with Pat Allen • Allen Tate/Pat Allen Realty Group

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•Source:HCMLS #89585

Redfin Estimate

$1,191,539

$757K since sold in September 2019$62K since October

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This home's estimate is 44.8% lower than the average sale price ($2.16M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$1,542,678
A
4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
814 Dog Mountain Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD OCT 1, 2026
$3,753,420
B
4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
352 Moorewood Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$870,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
40 Moonbeam Pl, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD SEP 4, 2026
$2,160,000
D
5 beds4 baths— sq ft
124 Spruce Ln, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD OCT 20, 2026
$1,900,000
E
3 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
551 King Gap Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD OCT 21, 2026
$2,725,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
86 High Gate Dr, Highlands, NC 28741

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Market trends in 28741, NC

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

94.4%

0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$1.4M

$174K MoM

Avg. days on market

78d

10 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

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$1,100,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
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8 beds5 baths— sq ft
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3D WALKTHROUGH
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3D WALKTHROUGH
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Sale history for 21 Cave Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Sep 20, 2019

Sold

$350,000

HCMLS #89585

Sep 20, 2019

Sold

$435,000

Oct 10, 2018

Listed

$439,000

HCMLS #87853

May 21, 2018

Sold

$489,000

Mar 27, 2018

Listed

$489,000

This 4 BR/4 Bath home is conveniently located to downtown Highlands and sits on a quiet 2.25 acre lot with small pond in the backyard. The deck wraps around 3 sides of the home providing abundant outdoor living space. The side porch is partially covered, providing a perfect place to cook out even if it's raining. The Master bedroom is on the main level along with another guest bedroom. The living room has a wood burning fireplace and overlooks the backyard pond. The lower level has 2 more bedrooms and baths. Ample parking and 2 car carport.

Tax history for 21 Cave Rd

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

1.09 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,328

Year built

1975

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Macon County

APN

7439567570

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

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Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Circular Driveway, Carport, Gravel, Gated, Parking Lot

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Wood

Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Furnished: Partially
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Oven
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Den, Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Exterior Entry, Full, Finished, Interior Entry, Walk-Out Access

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dock, Garden
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Deck
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Block, Frame, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block

Property Features
Waterfront Features: Pond
Has View
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Flag Lot, Level
Lot Size : 2.1
Lot Size Area: 2.1
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 2.1

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,535

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

Location Information
Directions: Dillard Road to Holt Road and turn left. Follow Holt Road to the right on Cave Road. House is first on the right. Look for the gates.
Subdivision Name: Ponderosa

Community Information
Community Features: None

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,328
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.09 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1975
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 7439567570

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285268784

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Highlands School

Public K-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 93° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.13M – $1.37M

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Home values near 21 Cave Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
21 Cave Road, Highlands, NC 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3328 Sq. Ft.	$1,253,942
105 Cave Road, Highlands, NC 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,670,547
496 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,247,781
804 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2560 Sq. Ft.	$1,175,662
707 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,110,473
118 Cove Lane, Franklin, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2370 Sq. Ft.	$1,416,888
475 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3991 Sq. Ft.	$2,052,105

Address	Redfin Estimate
87 Cave Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 1859 Sq. Ft.	$1,719,125
548 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,298,165
784 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3456 Sq. Ft.	$2,172,168
659 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1860 Sq. Ft.	$930,548
68 Tearley Lane, Highlands, NC 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2545 Sq. Ft.	$1,773,886
109 Tearley Lane, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1440 Sq. Ft.	$663,280
565 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2627 Sq. Ft.	$1,502,755

Address	Redfin Estimate
21 Cave Road, Highlands, NC 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3328 Sq. Ft.	$1,278,374
638 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$986,051
684 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,117,005
572 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 1 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 576 Sq. Ft.	$405,075
140 Lower Carriage Hill Road, Highlands, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2505 Sq. Ft.	$920,000
608 Holt Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,109,100

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