This older home been completely remodeled and updated. This home is all on one level and has hardwood floors throughout. The master bedroom has his and her baths and closets. The kitchen features a large island/eat-in bar and all new modern appliances. The kitchen looks into the living area with its stone, wood burning fireplace. Antique wooden/glass doors lead to the outside covered deck and the wood burning fireplace--an outstanding area to enjoy the cool summer evenings with your friends and family. If you are looking for a cozy mountain cottage with wooden floors and wooden ceilings, you can make this into the perfect hideaway. The circular drive has plenty of parking area and the attached carport opens into the family room and kitchen. This home is a short walk to downtown Highlands with its many fine dining restaurants, community playhouses and the Bascom Gallery.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
1.11 acresLot Size
1 spaceParking
Listed by Steve Castellaw• Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Listed by Andrea Gabbard• Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT
Contact: 8285268300
Bought with Deborah Gleeson• WHITE OAK REALTY GROUP
The lot is worth more than this! Located on a nice lot, the cottage sits on a gentle rise and is waiting for someone to love! Old hardwood floors and a rock fireplace resonate charm. A long driveway leads to the cottage that needs repair and imagination! Don't miss this true bargain!
Public Records
Jun 13, 1986
Sold
$118,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,457
$244,760 + $608,050
$852,810
2024
$3,457 (+0.3%)
$244,760 + $608,050
$852,810
2023
$3,445 (+29.6%)
$244,760 + $608,050
$852,810
2022
$2,658
$150,000 + $284,770
$434,770
2021
$2,658 (+4.3%)
$150,000 + $284,770
$434,770
2020
$2,548 (+42.8%)
$150,000 + $284,770
$434,770
2019
$1,784 (+58.5%)
$150,000 + $151,020
$301,020
2018
$1,126 (+2.7%)
$172,270 + $24,560
$196,830
2017
$1,096 (−0.7%)
$172,270 + $18,910
$191,180
2016
$1,104 (+2.1%)
$172,270 + $18,910
$191,180
2015
$1,081 (−33.8%)
$173,820 + $18,910
$192,730
2014
$1,633
$177,410 + $179,080
$356,490
Tax history for 546 Franklin Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,457
$244,760 + $608,050
$852,810
2024
$3,457 (+0.3%)
$244,760 + $608,050
$852,810
2023
$3,445 (+29.6%)
$244,760 + $608,050
$852,810
2022
$2,658
$150,000 + $284,770
$434,770
2021
$2,658 (+4.3%)
$150,000 + $284,770
$434,770
2020
$2,548 (+42.8%)
$150,000 + $284,770
$434,770
2019
$1,784 (+58.5%)
$150,000 + $151,020
$301,020
2018
$1,126 (+2.7%)
$172,270 + $24,560
$196,830
2017
$1,096 (−0.7%)
$172,270 + $18,910
$191,180
2016
$1,104 (+2.1%)
$172,270 + $18,910
$191,180
2015
$1,081 (−33.8%)
$173,820 + $18,910
$192,730
2014
$1,633
$177,410 + $179,080
$356,490
*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
4.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.11 Acres
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,760
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
7540121766
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Has Carport
# of Carport Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Carport, Gravel, Paved
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 4
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Fireplace Insert
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Furnished: Unfurnished
Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Microwave, Range
Flooring: Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Insert, Living Room, Masonry, Outside, Stone
Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Stone
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: Rolling Slope
Lot Size : 1.11
Lot Size Area: 1.11
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 1.11
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,126
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: Take Main Street past the post office on Franklin Road for approximately 1/4 of a mile and 546 is on your left--just before you get to the Carolina Smokehouse Bar-B-Q restaurant.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,760
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.11 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Macon County
APN: 7540121766
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285268300
Around this home
Schools
Highlands School
Public K-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
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
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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