Discover this beautiful 0.4 acre land lot within Highlands, NC town limits and only 1 mile to Main Street. The lot resides on the slopes of desirable Big Bear Pen mountain and is close to multiple luxury homes, providing a Buyer the opportunity to own within a highly respected area. The Seller has partially cleared the lot. Public water access available at the street. A key consideration is Highlands was voted the Best Small Mountain Town in 2024 by Travel and Leisure Magazine due to its remarkable shopping, restaurants, cultural activities, and hospitality. Located only 2.5 hours from Atlanta and only 1.5 hours to both Greenville and Asheville, this resort town is easily accessed. Build your dream home amidst the Rhododendrons and Mountain Laurel of this spectacular small town!
Vacant landProperty Type
0.4 acresLot Size
$850,000Price/Acres
Listed by John Sheehan• Mountain Life Real Estate, LLC
Directions: Take Main Street to Hwy. 64 towards Cashiers, turn right on Chestnut Street, left on paved Big Bear Pen Road, right on Upper Lake Road, pass the first lot on the left; look for yard sign on lot 69
Home design
Unimproved land
Construction
Unimproved land (no structures)
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Public water available
Sewer: Other
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Lot size approximately 0.4 acres
Listing broker: Mountain Life Real Estate, LLC
Listing agent: John Sheehan
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Macon County
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Last updated by owner on May 27, 2025.
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
6 days above 93° expected this year, 16 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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This home ranks in the top 21% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for TBD Upper Lake Rd
$325,703
$14K under list price of $340K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $66K to $3.0M.