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Off Market Apr 2021 for $808K

$1,954,288

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,838/mo

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288/292 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

About this home

This lovingly and completely renovated mid-century modern home rocks with style and authenticity and includes three separate living or rental opportunities. This home was lived in year round for 67 years. On the same property are a one-bedroom rental apartment over a two-car garage and 800 square feet of commercial space. Live in the house and rent out the others, rent all three or use all three! It is zoned B-4, light commercial. The house is all on one level with lots of natural wood (pine, oak and hemlock). Two large master suites and a smaller "bunk" room, each have their own bath. Walk to town or cross the street to take classes or attend exhibits at the Bascom. You'll love the newly decorated kitchen with "Big Chill" appliances. The 1950's furniture can be purchased, too. New plumbing, HVAC, landscaping and much more! Must see to appreciate this novel approach of combining present day upgrades with the charm of a simpler time. Take a stroll downtown to enjoy Highlands' interesting shops and restaurants, walk up Sunset mountain, or meander over to Pine Street Park for some music. Breathe in the peace of this natural mountain paradise.

Single-familyProperty Type

1953Year Built

0.92 acresLot Size

2 car garageParking

Listed by Betty Holt • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty

Contact: 8285261717

Bought with Judith Michaud • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty

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•Source:HCMLS #95723

Redfin Estimate

$1,954,288

$1.1M since sold in April 2021$90K since August

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This home's estimate is 10.8% lower than the average sale price ($2.19M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JAN 15, 2026
$3,225,000
A
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
204 Pinecrest Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$1,100,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
8 Three R Ln, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD NOV 12, 2025
$1,819,500
C
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
46 Zermatt Cir, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD JAN 16, 2026
$2,300,000
D
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
312 Pipers Ct, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD DEC 1, 2025
$3,375,000
E
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
336 Foreman Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD SEP 19, 2025
$1,325,000
F
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
421 Moorewood Cir, Highlands, NC 28741

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Market trends in 28741, NC

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

93.5%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$1.1M

$64K MoM

Avg. days on market

89d

34 days MoM

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12 MoM

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Sale history for 288/292 Franklin Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #95723

Apr 14, 2021

Sold

$808,000

Feb 13, 2021

Listed

$875,000

HCMLS #92609

Feb 12, 2020

Sold

$465,000

Jan 4, 2020

Listed

$589,000

+14

A touch of old Highlands in this 1950's home with pine paneling and hardwood floors. Two master suites with baths, one hall bedroom and bath. Attached to the home is 800 square feet of retail/office space, for your business, to lease out, or incorporate into the house. In the back is a spacious one-bedroom apartment over a 2-car garage. Many possibilities for this property, zoned B-4, light commercial. Rental, residence, income-producing, all within walking distance of the Town of Highlands. Owner would finance short-term to a qualified buyer with substantial down payment. Renovate the house and have a beautiful walk-to-town residence or business.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,977 (+61.8%)

$436,050 + $1,382,160

$1,818,210

2024

$4,311 (+1.0%)

$436,050 + $1,285,540

$1,721,590

2023

$4,269 (+18.2%)

$436,050 + $599,640

$1,035,690

2022

$3,612

$256,500 + $322,480

$578,980

2021

$3,612 (+4.2%)

$256,500 + $322,480

$578,980

2020

$3,465 (+0.8%)

$256,500 + $322,480

$578,980

2019

$3,439 (−10.1%)

$256,500 + $322,480

$578,980

2018

$3,825

$380,000 + $313,900

$693,900

2017

$3,825 (+33.4%)

$380,000 + $313,900

$693,900

2014

$2,868

$199,500 + $422,640

$622,140

Tax history for 288/292 Franklin Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$6,977 (+61.8%)

$436,050 + $1,382,160

$1,818,210

2024

$4,311 (+1.0%)

$436,050 + $1,285,540

$1,721,590

2023

$4,269 (+18.2%)

$436,050 + $599,640

$1,035,690

2022

$3,612

$256,500 + $322,480

$578,980

2021

$3,612 (+4.2%)

$256,500 + $322,480

$578,980

2020

$3,465 (+0.8%)

$256,500 + $322,480

$578,980

2019

$3,439 (−10.1%)

$256,500 + $322,480

$578,980

2018

$3,825

$380,000 + $313,900

$693,900

2017

$3,825 (+33.4%)

$380,000 + $313,900

$693,900

2014

$2,868

$199,500 + $422,640

$622,140

*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

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Lot depth

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Lot size

0.95 Acres

Year renovated

1983

Sq. Ft.

2,742

Year built

1953

Style

Other

County

Macon County

APN

7540117976

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 Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Additional Parking, Detached, Garage, Paved

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump

Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Window Features: Window Treatments
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Has Basement
Basement Details: Interior Entry, Partial, Concrete, Bath/Stubbed

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
Roof: Shingle

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

Property Features
Other Structures: Guest House, Residence

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

Lot Information
Lot Features: Cleared, Other, Rolling Slope, Wooded, City Lot
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 0.92
Lot Size Area: 0.92
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.92

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,465.23

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

Location Information
Directions: From the center of town head towards Franklin. After the red light at the intersection of 64 and 106, it is the 6th driveway on the left, right after the Art Glass place and before the Bascom covered bridge on the right. Frontage on highway 64.
Subdivision Name: None

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,742
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.95 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: 1983
County: Macon County
APN: 7540117976

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285261717

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Schools

Highlands School

Public K-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

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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

7 days above 93° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

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

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
260 Franklin Road, Highlands, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2884 Sq. Ft.	$1,504,812
236 Holt Knob Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$763,433

Address	Redfin Estimate
49 Lucerne Drive, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2700 Sq. Ft.	$968,795
136 Holt Knob Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1722 Sq. Ft.	$830,863

Address	Redfin Estimate
256 Holt Knob Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1365 Sq. Ft.	$734,067
26 Lucerne Drive, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,564,168

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