Off market feb 2019 for $375K

$869,623

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,481/mo

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53 Dog Mountain Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

About this home

The Woodlands Cottage, a 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage is located minutes from Highlands just past Highlands Country Club. Situated on over an acre of level land, there is a bold stream running through this picturesque property and several outdoor living options. The beautiful masonry fireplace is the centerpiece of the large living room and the 3/2 split plan offers privacy when needed. New granite tops and farmhouse sink in the kitchen and new granite tops in the master bath as well. Huge fenced in yard for dogs and kids. Close to Highlands at an affordable price! Offered fully and beautifully furnished with few exceptions.

Single-familyProperty Type

1957Year Built

1.07 acresLot Size

Listed by Tina Cone • Keller Williams Great Smokies

Listed by Alan Cone • Keller Williams Great Smokies

Contact: 8287435122

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

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•Source:HCMLS #89750

Redfin Estimate

$869,623

$495K since sold in February 2019$23K since October

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This home's estimate is 2.8% lower than the average sale price ($895K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 1, 2026
$590,000
A
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD OCT 20, 2026
$833,333
B
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
25 Laurel Br, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD FEB 4, 2026
$1,675,000
C
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
314 Broadview Cir, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$1,200,000
D
3 beds3 baths1,468 sq ft
464 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD MAR 11, 2026
$560,000
E
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
446 Dog Mountain Road Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$510,000
F
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
60 Owl Pine Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

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$2,627/mo

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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

New listings for sale

NEW 1 DAY AGO
$1,100,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
85 Ralph Thomas Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,950,000
8 beds5 baths— sq ft
230 Moon Mountain Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$999,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
1331 Leonard Rd Unit B-2, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$289,000
3 beds1 bath— sq ft
8388 Buck Creek Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$3,900,000
6 beds5.5 baths6,284 sq ft
6435 Buck Creek Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,950,000
4 beds4.5 baths— sq ft
343 Cullasaja Dr, Highlands, NC 28741
$829,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
107 Chestnut Cv Unit 1D, Highlands, NC 28741
$609,500
1 bed1 bath— sq ft
49 & 50 Chestnut Walk, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$825,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
205 Skyline Lodge Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
3D WALKTHROUGH
$625,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
1603 Highlands Mtn Club Dr #1603, Highlands, NC 28741
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Sale history for 53 Dog Mountain Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #89750

Feb 28, 2019

Sold

$375,000

Nov 9, 2018

Listed

$385,000

HCMLS #78936

May 15, 2014

Sold

$340,000

Mar 18, 2014

Listed

$345,000

Quaint and adorable cottage near Highlands Country Club. Very close to downtown. With 3 bedrooms (split floor plan) and 2 baths it is perfect for 2 couples or family time while building mountain memories. Hardwood floors and wood-buring fireplace assure cozy nights and early mornings by the fire. A lovely and level yard with old-growth rhododendrons that allow for privacy and fun times with dogs and/or grandchildren. Sit on the front porch sipping wine while enjoying cool mountain breezes. Experience Highlands at an affordable price!

Public Records

Nov 1, 1999

Sold

$265,000

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,891 (+29.9%)

$153,010 + $299,550

$452,560

2024

$1,456 (−22.5%)

$153,010 + $299,550

$452,560

2023

$1,879 (+21.4%)

$153,010 + $299,550

$452,560

2022

$1,548

$151,000 + $176,730

$327,730

2021

$1,548 (+5.7%)

$151,000 + $176,730

$327,730

2020

$1,465 (+0.9%)

$151,000 + $176,730

$327,730

2019

$1,452 (+19.5%)

$151,000 + $176,730

$327,730

2018

$1,215

$138,420 + $164,690

$303,110

2017

$1,215

$138,420 + $164,690

$303,110

2016

$1,215 (+1.9%)

$138,420 + $164,690

$303,110

2015

$1,192 (+6.0%)

$138,420 + $164,690

$303,110

2014

$1,125

$152,540 + $213,020

$365,560

Tax history for 53 Dog Mountain Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,891 (+29.9%)

$153,010 + $299,550

$452,560

2024

$1,456 (−22.5%)

$153,010 + $299,550

$452,560

2023

$1,879 (+21.4%)

$153,010 + $299,550

$452,560

2022

$1,548

$151,000 + $176,730

$327,730

2021

$1,548 (+5.7%)

$151,000 + $176,730

$327,730

2020

$1,465 (+0.9%)

$151,000 + $176,730

$327,730

2019

$1,452 (+19.5%)

$151,000 + $176,730

$327,730

2018

$1,215

$138,420 + $164,690

$303,110

2017

$1,215

$138,420 + $164,690

$303,110

2016

$1,215 (+1.9%)

$138,420 + $164,690

$303,110

2015

$1,192 (+6.0%)

$138,420 + $164,690

$303,110

2014

$1,125

$152,540 + $213,020

$365,560

*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

—

Lot size

1.07 Acres

Year renovated

1997

Sq. Ft.

1,248

Year built

1957

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Macon County

APN

7530501226

Parking Spaces

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Basement

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Last updated by owner on Jun 12, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel, None

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Oil

Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Pantry, High Speed Internet
Furnished: Furnished
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Basement Details: Crawl Space

Exterior

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

Building Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding

Property Features
Waterfront Features: Stream
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: Level
Road Surface Type: Paved
Lot Size : 1.07
Lot Size Area: 1.07
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.07

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,215.42

Utilities

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: 106 South (Dillard Road) past Highlands Country Club until you see Dog Mountain Road on Right. Turn Right. Home is the first home on the right.
Subdivision Name: None

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,248
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.07 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: 1997
County: Macon County
APN: 7530501226

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 12, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8287435122

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Highlands School

Public K-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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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

7 days above 94° 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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Highlands, NC • 28741

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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

$827,000 – $1.00M

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Home values near 53 Dog Mountain Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
425 Dog Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,172,730
67 Dog Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,004,588
185 Dog Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1788 Sq. Ft.	$706,761
219 Dog Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1424 Sq. Ft.	$487,601
29 Potter Lane, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$958,920
101 Potter Lane, Highlands, NC 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2704 Sq. Ft.	$1,233,889

Address	Redfin Estimate
122 Dog Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1600 Sq. Ft.	$716,792
443 Dog Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1462 Sq. Ft.	$619,862
296 Dog Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3184 Sq. Ft.	$913,140
101 Stoney Creek Circle, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,119,339
139 Potter Lane, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,014,388
72 Stoney Creek Circle, Highlands, NC 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4084 Sq. Ft.	$2,102,780

Address	Redfin Estimate
100 Dog Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$652,186
150 Dog Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$688,278
125 Dog Mountain Road, Highlands, NC 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,474,243
1615 Highway 106, Highlands, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1115 Sq. Ft.	$830,341
55 Potter Lane #2924, Highlands, NC 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3722 Sq. Ft.	$1,324,289
55 Potter Lane, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,390,742

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