Just a few minutes from Main Street, this inviting three-bedroom, two-bath cottage offers the best kind of mountain living—peaceful, comfortable, and close to everything Highlands has to offer. The home sits on a lovely half-acre lot with a lovely yard and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. A fresh coat of paint and a brand-new deck make it easy to move right in and start relaxing. Inside, you’ll find all the ease of one-level living. The living room centers around a cozy fireplace, the perfect place to unwind on a cool evening. The kitchen has been nicely updated and includes two pantry spaces for extra storage. The primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, a walk-in closet, and its own private bath. A small porch just off the bedroom is a quiet spot to sip your morning coffee or watch the day wind down The outdoor spaces really make this home special. On one side, there’s a level yard with a welcoming firepit area—great for roasting marshmallows or sharing stories under the stars. On the other, a charming picnic area offers the perfect place for lunch in the fresh mountain air. There’s also plenty of room for pets, gardening, or simply enjoying the sunshine, along with a handy storage shed for tools and seasonal gear. Whether you’re searching for a full-time home, a weekend retreat, or a rental investment, this charming furnished cottage with new couches and beds has the right mix of comfort, character, and convenience. It’s a wonderful place to call home—just minutes from the heart of Highlands.
Sold for $590,000
$590,000
181 Cherokee Drive, Highlands, NC 28741
3beds
--sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.5 Acres Lot
$589,800 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,984 Estimated rent
Home value
$589,800
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Level yardCozy fireplaceBrand-new deckWelcoming firepit areaOne-level livingVaulted ceilingLovely half-acre lot
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Listed by:
Judith Michaud,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty,
Mitzi Rauers,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Bought with:
Judith Michaud, 136884
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1002152Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Description: Primary Bedroom with Private Bathroom, Walk-In Closet and Private Porch
- Features: High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Description: Private Bathroom for Primary Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Description: Open Plan with Living Room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Bookcases
- Level: Main
Heating
- Gas
Cooling
- Other, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room, Ventless
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Asphalt
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Dog Run, Private Yard, Storage, Propane Tank - Leased
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.5 Acres
- Features: Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Partially Cleared, City Lot, Level
- Topography: Level,Sloping
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 7449165778
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Other, See Remarks
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Miami Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Highlands
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $303,680
- Annual tax amount: $1,308
- Date on market: 11/3/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 274 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/1/2026 | Sold | $590,000-15.1% |
Source: HCMLS #1002152 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2026 | Pending sale | $695,000 |
Source: BHHS broker feed #1002152 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2026 | Contingent | $695,000 |
Source: HCMLS #1002152 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $695,000 |
Source: HCMLS #1002152 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2025 | Pending sale | $695,000 |
Source: BHHS broker feed #1002152 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2025 | Contingent | $695,000 |
Source: HCMLS #1002152 Report a problem | ||
| 11/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $695,000+35% |
Source: HCMLS #1002152 Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2025 | Sold | $515,000-8.8% |
Source: HCMLS #1000865 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Pending sale | $565,000 |
Source: BHHS broker feed #1000865 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2025 | Contingent | $565,000 |
Source: HCMLS #1000865 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $565,000 |
Source: HCMLS #1000865 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,308 | $303,680 |
| 2024 | $1,308 +0.9% | $303,680 |
| 2023 | $1,296 -10.6% | $303,680 +32.8% |
| 2022 | $1,449 | $228,690 |
| 2021 | $1,449 +14% | $228,690 +3% |
| 2020 | $1,271 +1% | $221,980 +7.1% |
| 2019 | $1,258 +20% | $207,230 +12.1% |
| 2018 | $1,048 | $184,920 |
| 2017 | -- | $184,920 |
| 2016 | -- | $184,920 |
| 2015 | $580 +4.1% | $184,920 -26.2% |
| 2014 | $557 | $250,600 |
| 2013 | $557 | $250,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $250,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $250,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $250,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $250,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 28741
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Highlands SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Macon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 12 mi
- 3/10Mountain View Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 12.2 mi
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- North Carolina
- Macon County
- Highlands
- 28741
- 181 Cherokee Drive
