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    • $899,000

    45 Gantes Gulch Road, Highlands, NC 28741

    2beds
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1972
    1.7 Acres Lot
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    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Riverfront cottageBursting with natural lightLower riverside deckRear screened porchTwo-bedroom two-bathroom sanctuaryNewly remodeledOpen-concept single-level floor plan
    Experience a wonderful opportunity to discover this unforgettable, riverfront cottage, privately nestled within the lush, verdant landscapes of the Western North Carolina Mountains in Highlands. This newly remodeled, two-bedroom, two-bathroom sanctuary offers an open-concept, single-level floor plan that is bursting with natural light and features a cozy, picturesque river view right in your own backyard. This remarkable and tranquil property overflows with charm, both inside and out. You will be naturally drawn to the rear screened porch, where the soothing sounds of the cascading river provide a serene backdrop for your morning coffee or evening beverages. For the outdoor enthusiast, a scenic private walkway leads from your back door directly to the water’s edge, perfect for fly fishing, kayaking, or soaking in the mountain sun from the lower riverside deck. With ample parking for visiting friends and family and the rare potential to expand the home's footprint, this retreat must be seen to be truly appreciated. This is mountain living at its absolute finest.
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    Listed by:

    Cole Fuhrman,

    Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers

    Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1003440Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 1
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom 2
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Family room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      Laundry
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Central, Gas, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Heat Pump
      Appliances
      • Included: Washer/Dryer Stacked, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level, Stacked
      Features
      • Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
      • Flooring: Wood
      • Basement: Crawl Space,Walk-Out Access
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas, Gas Log

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Additional Parking
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch
      • Exterior features: Fire Pit, Satellite Dish
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: River
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: River
      • Waterfront features: River Front, River Access
      • Body of water: Cullasaja River
      Lot
      • Size: 1.7 Acres
      • Features: Borders National Forest, Front Yard
      • Topography: Sloping
      Details
      • Parcel number: 7521493395
      • Zoning description: Residential

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cottage
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Roof: Metal,Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1972

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Sewer Applied for Permit, Septic Tank
      • Water: Well
      • Utilities for property: Propane

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Near National Forest, Other
      • Subdivision: None
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Highlands

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $206,700
      • Annual tax amount: $1,036
      • Date on market: 6/12/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 46 days
      • Road surface type: Gravel

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        Estimated sales range

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        $1,814/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/12/2026Listed for sale$899,000+413.7%
        Source: HCMLS #1003440 Report a problem
        9/21/2018Sold$175,000-2.8%
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26005022 Report a problem
        7/22/2011Sold$180,000-9.5%
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #48256 Report a problem
        2/12/2011Listed for sale$199,000
        Source: Systems Engineering, Inc. #48256 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2018$927 $206,700
        2017-- $206,700
        2016-- $206,700
        2015$927 +4636800%$206,700 -21.8%
        2014$0 $264,290
        2013$0 $264,290
        2012-- $264,290
        2011-- $264,290 +1.9%
        2010-- $259,260
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