This is the easily accessed, affordable home with the outstanding view that you've been looking for in Highlands. Spacious and only minutes from downtown Highlands' shops, restaurants and galleries with an unobstructed view of Blue Valley. A clear evening will show you the lights at Clemson Stadium and with Rabun Bald to your immediate right you have your private view of 3 states. The main level is open and inviting with amble kitchen counter space to prepare for entertaining and an open LR/DR area with soaring ceilings and French doors that open your living area to this fabulous view. The partially covered large deck will keep you and your guests mesmerized with the beauty of nature. Both the Master and the Guest bedrooms on the Main level have French doors that open to the deck and the view. There is also an office area that could serve as space for extra guests as well as a laundry room on the Main. The Lower Level has a spacious Guest Bedroom with attached bath, a Large Family Room/Rec Room, another Office/TVRm/Bonus Room, another Bonus Room currently used as a Bedroom with attached bath plus an area that could be used for a work out room/wine cellar. .. .whatever you need. A fabulous year around or vacation property with a partial house generator. There is fresh paint, no wallpaper and smooth ceilings. Take a look today!
Public Records
Sep 24, 2001
Sold
$500,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,106
$450,000 + $582,930
$1,032,930
2024
$3,106 (+0.4%)
$450,000 + $582,930
$1,032,930
2023
$3,094 (−24.2%)
$450,000 + $582,930
$1,032,930
2022
$4,083
$450,000 + $474,520
$924,520
2021
$4,083 (+6.1%)
$450,000 + $474,520
$924,520
2020
$3,850 (+0.3%)
$450,000 + $474,520
$924,520
2019
$3,837 (+10.3%)
$450,000 + $474,520
$924,520
2018
$3,478
$480,690 + $459,570
$940,260
2017
$3,478
$480,690 + $459,570
$940,260
2016
$3,478 (+0.7%)
$480,690 + $459,570
$940,260
2015
$3,455 (−1.0%)
$480,690 + $459,570
$940,260
2014
$3,491
$594,320 + $593,120
$1,187,440
Tax history for 49 Cardwell Eaton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,106
$450,000 + $582,930
$1,032,930
2024
$3,106 (+0.4%)
$450,000 + $582,930
$1,032,930
2023
$3,094 (−24.2%)
$450,000 + $582,930
$1,032,930
2022
$4,083
$450,000 + $474,520
$924,520
2021
$4,083 (+6.1%)
$450,000 + $474,520
$924,520
2020
$3,850 (+0.3%)
$450,000 + $474,520
$924,520
2019
$3,837 (+10.3%)
$450,000 + $474,520
$924,520
2018
$3,478
$480,690 + $459,570
$940,260
2017
$3,478
$480,690 + $459,570
$940,260
2016
$3,478 (+0.7%)
$480,690 + $459,570
$940,260
2015
$3,455 (−1.0%)
$480,690 + $459,570
$940,260
2014
$3,491
$594,320 + $593,120
$1,187,440
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.83 Acres
Year renovated
2004
Sq. Ft.
3,229
Year built
1984
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
7439445827
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel, Parking Lot
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Zoned, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Furnished: Negotiable
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Electric Oven, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden, Balcony
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Porch
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Block, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Rolling Slope, Steep Slope
Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Lot Size : 0.83
Lot Size Area: 0.83
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.83
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,849.54
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Generator
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: From Highlands: Take Highway 106/Dillard Rd south to Left onto Holt Road. Follow straight on Holt Road then bear Right onto Klein Road. Bear right at Broadview Acres sign and continue on Klein Road. Follow to Left on Cardwell Eaton Road then bear left at the fork. Follow to 49 Cardwell Eaton on Right.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,229
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.83 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1984
Year Renovated: 2004
County: Macon County
APN: 7439445827
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285268784
Around this home
Schools
Highlands School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
6/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 94° expected this year, 12 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.54M – $1.86M
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