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Off market oct 2023 for $645K

$855,457

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85 Hickory Hill Rd, Highlands, NC 28741

About this home

An updated and tastefully furnished in-town Highlands's cottage with deeded access and a dock on Lake Sequoyah. . 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths PLUS a loft enables a family of 6 or friends to partake in the many activities of being in town Highlands. Shopping, restaurants, live music, theater and special festivals. Short-term rentals are allowed and the cabin has an excellent rental history. These homes rarely come on the market where you can canoe or kayak from your own dock. Enjoy an afternoon of fishing and have a fresh catch for dinner. Take in the view of the lake from the expansive deck or gather around the fire pit. This one won't last long.

Single-familyProperty Type

1984Year Built

2,178 sq ftLot Size

Listed by Dorothy Swearingen • NCMountainLife.com

Contact: 8285533391

Bought with Lorna Alexander • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - CA

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•Source:HCMLS #102948

Redfin Estimate

$855,457

$210K since sold in October 2023$54K since September

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This home's estimate is 20.3% higher than the average sale price ($711K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 2, 2026
$975,000
A
1 bed2 baths— sq ft
286 Mirror Lake Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD OCT 5, 2026
$710,000
B
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
11 Woodlily Way, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$663,000
C
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
361 Wyanoak Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$520,000
D
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
235 Hedden Ln, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD SEP 18, 2026
$625,000
E
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
1884 Dillard Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
SOLD AUG 27, 2026
$775,000
F
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
49 Jessamine Ln, Highlands, NC 28741

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$2,155/mo

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Market trends in 28741, NC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

94.4%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$1.2M

$150K MoM

Avg. days on market

88d

22 days MoM

Recently sold homes

15 MoM

New listings for sale

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$3,200,000
4 beds6 baths— sq ft
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NEW 16 HRS AGO
$2,395,000
3 beds4 baths— sq ft
70 Lake Villas Way, Highlands, NC 28741
NEW 18 HRS AGO
$2,995,000
4 beds4.5 baths3,737 sq ft
715 View Point Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
$259,000
2 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
151 Buck Falls Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
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5 beds5 baths— sq ft
490 Moorewood Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
$2,995,000
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$1,550,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
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$2,975,000
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Sale history for 85 Hickory Hill Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #102948

Oct 30, 2023

Sold

$645,000

Sep 14, 2023

Listed

$645,000

HCMLS #87654

Sep 25, 2018

Sold

$290,000

Feb 2, 2018

Listed

$319,000

Rarely does a home with deeded access to Lake Sequoyah become available for sale. In addition to the two bedrooms there is a loft with a fold out sofa and the main living area has another fold out sofa to accommodate family or guest. Rental history for the three previous years was $21,000, $28,000, and $21,000. Highlands is surrounded by Nantahala National Forest at 4,000 feet elevation. The area boasts great hiking, spectacular waterfalls, fabulous views, historic trails, bird watching, fishing, swimming, canoeing, and did I mention fabulous views? Highlands Town Center has an array of interesting shops and restaurants that are favorites to visitors and residents alike. The Bascom Gallery, Old Edwards Spa, Highlands Nature Center, The performing Arts Center, the Highlands Playhouse are just a few of the other attractions that make Highlands so special.

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,558

$212,870 + $410,250

$623,120

2024

$2,558 (+28.2%)

$212,870 + $410,250

$623,120

2023

$1,996 (−4.8%)

$212,870 + $269,550

$482,420

2022

$2,096

$137,050 + $201,960

$339,010

2021

$2,096 (+4.3%)

$137,050 + $201,960

$339,010

2020

$2,011 (+2.6%)

$137,050 + $201,960

$339,010

2019

$1,959 (−4.7%)

$137,050 + $195,160

$332,210

2018

$2,057

$211,630 + $162,930

$374,560

2017

$2,057

$211,630 + $162,930

$374,560

2016

$2,056 (+1.1%)

$211,630 + $162,930

$374,560

2015

$2,033 (+0.5%)

$211,630 + $162,930

$374,560

2014

$2,023

$228,000 + $217,460

$445,460

Tax history for 85 Hickory Hill Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$2,558

$212,870 + $410,250

$623,120

2024

$2,558 (+28.2%)

$212,870 + $410,250

$623,120

2023

$1,996 (−4.8%)

$212,870 + $269,550

$482,420

2022

$2,096

$137,050 + $201,960

$339,010

2021

$2,096 (+4.3%)

$137,050 + $201,960

$339,010

2020

$2,011 (+2.6%)

$137,050 + $201,960

$339,010

2019

$1,959 (−4.7%)

$137,050 + $195,160

$332,210

2018

$2,057

$211,630 + $162,930

$374,560

2017

$2,057

$211,630 + $162,930

$374,560

2016

$2,056 (+1.1%)

$211,630 + $162,930

$374,560

2015

$2,033 (+0.5%)

$211,630 + $162,930

$374,560

2014

$2,023

$228,000 + $217,460

$445,460

*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

1.5

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.54 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,331

Year built

1985

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Macon County

APN

7530757870

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jun 12, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Paved, Parking Lot

Interior

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

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Ductless, Electric

Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), High Speed Internet
Window Features: Window Treatments
Furnished: Furnished
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Other, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning

Room Information
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Basement Details: None

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dock, Fire Pit, Other
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Front Porch, Wrap Around
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Foundation Details: Slab

Property Features
Waterfront Features: Lake, Waterfront Access
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: Cleared, Rolling Slope
Water Body Name: Lake Sequoyah
Lot Size : 0.054
Lot Size Area: 0.054
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.054

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,096.29

Utilities

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

Location

Location Information
Directions: From the Main St traffic light at intersection of Hwy. 106 and 64, proceed west on Hwy. 64, about 1.5 miles to Hickory Hill Road, just before the Sequoyah Bridge turn right on Hickory Hill Road. #85 is the third home on the right.
Subdivision Name: Riverlakes

Community Information
Community Features: Lake

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,331
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.54 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1985
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 7530757870

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 12, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8285533391

Around this home

Schools

Highlands School

Public K-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi

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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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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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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
75 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$950,583
81 Azalea Circle, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,003,444

Address	Redfin Estimate
33 Hickory Hill Road, Highlands, NC 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2469 Sq. Ft.	$1,343,050
172 Dogwood Drive, Highlands, NC 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
85 Hickory Hill Road Unit 31, Highlands, NC 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1331 Sq. Ft.	$849,396
237 Sequoyah Drive, Highlands, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1505 Sq. Ft.	$951,974

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