You feel like turning back the time to old Highlands when you see and feel this home. Originally built in 1933, the property has been totally renovated with all of the amenities of a modern house. It features a wonderful 9'x30' rocking chair front porch that has been remodeled. The interior has hardwood floors throughout and 9' ceilings on both levels. The main level has a living room with a stone faced, wood burning fireplace. A 9'x20' covered side porch is off of the living room with a great view of the property. A large formal dining room with built in china cabinets is great for entertaining family or friends. A small den/study with a 1/2 bath is great for a cozy tv viewing room. The side door from the garage opens to a mud room and the updated kitchen. The upstairs features a large bedroom with private bath. Two other bedrooms share a bath and there is also an office. A master bedroom addition was added to the house and it features high, vaulted ceilings, a small kitchenette and private bath. It also has its own HVAC system. This property has been landscaped by Tate Landscaping; has three new HVAC systems; full security system and Direct TV dish. A large two car garage w/ storage is only a few steps from the side entrance. There is plenty of storage room in the basement and attic. This home is 6/10 of a mile from the Old Edwards Inn. Its a nice walk to downtown Highlands with its fine dining restaurants and numerous shopping boutiques. Walk to the Highlands Playhouse or the Performing Arts Center, the ice skating rink or the Highlands Rec Center with its covered, heated pool. This is wonderful property in move-in condition that will take you back in time.
Single-familyProperty Type
1933Year Built
0.5 acresLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Steve Castellaw• Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Contact: 8285268300
Bought with W. Terry Potts• Country Club Properties
This striking home is close to town, yet hidden behind a mature, rhodo/azalea/laurel hedge. Built in the 1930's (exact date unknown) This roomy 3/2.5 traditional home is loaded with character reflecting its vintage. Three bedrooms and an office upstairs. The main floor has a library, formal dining room, living room with wood-burning fireplace and patio porch with clear plastic weather panels, recently used as an art studio. A second enclosed porch sits behind the kitchen. Large, detached two car garage, with garden potting area attached. Large half acre lot, beautiful lawn, pleasant neighbors, easy distance to town. The animal and bird life on the adjacent Highlands Plateau Greenway, can transport you into the wilderness, and back in time enabling you to completely forget where you are! Ready for some updating, but as is, it is a home you will not forget.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,313
$412,500 + $1,681,170
$2,093,670
2024
$8,313 (+0.1%)
$412,500 + $1,681,170
$2,093,670
2023
$8,301 (+36.4%)
$412,500 + $1,681,170
$2,093,670
2022
$6,086
$147,000 + $872,190
$1,019,190
2021
$6,086 (+121.0%)
$147,000 + $872,190
$1,019,190
2020
$2,754 (−30.1%)
$147,000 + $465,070
$612,070
2019
$3,940 (+12.3%)
$147,000 + $538,060
$685,060
2018
$3,507
$150,000 + $501,350
$651,350
2017
$3,507 (+37.1%)
$150,000 + $501,350
$651,350
2016
$2,558 (+0.9%)
$150,000 + $501,350
$651,350
2015
$2,535 (+15.2%)
$150,000 + $320,220
$470,220
2014
$2,200
$170,000 + $316,050
$486,050
Tax history for 299 Foreman Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,313
$412,500 + $1,681,170
$2,093,670
2024
$8,313 (+0.1%)
$412,500 + $1,681,170
$2,093,670
2023
$8,301 (+36.4%)
$412,500 + $1,681,170
$2,093,670
2022
$6,086
$147,000 + $872,190
$1,019,190
2021
$6,086 (+121.0%)
$147,000 + $872,190
$1,019,190
2020
$2,754 (−30.1%)
$147,000 + $465,070
$612,070
2019
$3,940 (+12.3%)
$147,000 + $538,060
$685,060
2018
$3,507
$150,000 + $501,350
$651,350
2017
$3,507 (+37.1%)
$150,000 + $501,350
$651,350
2016
$2,558 (+0.9%)
$150,000 + $501,350
$651,350
2015
$2,535 (+15.2%)
$150,000 + $320,220
$470,220
2014
$2,200
$170,000 + $316,050
$486,050
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.5 Acres
Year renovated
2007
Sq. Ft.
2,996
Year built
1926
Style
Other
County
Macon County
APN
7540330164
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage, Garage Door Opener, Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Porch, Side Porch
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
Security Features: Security System
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, Level, City Lot
Lot Size : 0.5
Lot Size Area: 0.5
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.5
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,506.77
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Main Street in Highlands, take Highway 64 E past the rec center and turn left onto Foreman Road. 299 Foreman Rd. will be on your right. This is approximately 6/10 of a mile from the traffic light at Main Street and Highway 64 E.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,996
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.5 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: 2007
County: Macon County
APN: 7540330164
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285268300
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