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Sold for $425,000
$425,000
217 Shortoff Lane, Highlands, NC 28741
2beds
1,252sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
1.6 Acres Lot
$432,000 Zestimate®
$339/sqft
$2,006 Estimated rent
Home value
$432,000
Estimated sales range
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Meticulously landscaped paradiseExpansive decksGolden sunsetsSun-drenched terraceVibrant flowering gardensMature treesBreathtaking views
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Listed by:
Heather Houser (336)846-2550,
New River Realty & Rentals
Bought with:
NONMLS MEMBER, 800273
NONMLS
Source: High Country AOR,MLS#: 257784
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.
Originating MLS: High Country Association of Realtors Inc.Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space,Exterior Entry,Partial,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: One
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,758
- Total interior livable area: 1,252 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,252
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Storage
Lot
- Size: 1.60 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 7551447442
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mountain
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Log, Masonry, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Architectural,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Private Sewer, Septic Tank
- Water: Community/Coop
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available, Septic Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Highlands
- Subdivision: Wildwood Mountain
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $2,500 annually
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,New Loan,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/7/2025 | Sold | $425,000-22.7%$339/sqft |
Source:  High Country AOR #257784 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2025 | Contingent | $550,000$439/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #257784 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $550,000$439/sqft |
Source: High Country AOR #257784 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2025 | Listing removed | $550,000$439/sqft |
Source:  Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4276005 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2025 | Price change | $550,000-3.5%$439/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4276005 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Price change | $569,900-0.8%$455/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4276005 Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $574,500-4.3%$459/sqft |
Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4276005 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Listing removed | $600,000$479/sqft |
Source: HCMLS #1000949 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2025 | Price change | $600,000-11.1%$479/sqft |
Source: HCMLS #1000949 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $675,000$539/sqft |
Source: HCMLS #1000949 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,235 | $385,520 |
| 2024 | $1,235 +1% | $385,520 |
| 2023 | $1,223 +13.4% | $385,520 +70.9% |
| 2022 | $1,078 | $225,540 |
| 2021 | $1,078 +5.6% | $225,540 |
| 2020 | $1,021 +1.3% | $225,540 |
| 2019 | $1,008 | $225,540 -9.7% |
| 2018 | $1,008 | $249,800 |
| 2017 | -- | $249,800 |
| 2016 | -- | $249,800 |
| 2015 | $994 +2.4% | $249,800 +0.1% |
| 2014 | $971 | $249,580 |
| 2013 | $971 | $249,580 |
| 2012 | -- | $249,580 |
| 2011 | -- | $249,580 |
| 2010 | -- | $249,580 |
| 2009 | -- | $249,580 |
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Neighborhood: 28741
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Highlands SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 3.6 mi
- 6/10Macon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 12 mi
- 3/10Mountain View Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 12.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Outside of Area
Source: High Country AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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