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Sold for $637,500
  • $637,500

    500 Walkingstick Road, Highlands, NC 28741

    3beds
    --sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1998
    1 Acres Lot
    $633,000 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- Estimated rent

    Home value

    $633,000

    $494,000 - $817,000

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    What's special

    Year-round mountain viewsSide deckCozy gas fireplaceIsland barWalk-in showerOpen kitchenSpacious laundry room
    Located less than 5 miles from the heart of Highlands, NC, this inviting 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is nestled in the desirable Rustic Falls neighborhood off scenic Horse Cove Road. Tucked among the trees and offering year-round mountain views, this property is perfect for full-time living, weekend getaways, or a savvy rental investment—with no rental restrictions and endless possibilities. Inside, you’ll find a warm and welcoming family room complete with a cozy gas fireplace, seamlessly flowing into the open kitchen featuring an island bar, sleek clean lines, and easy access to the side deck—ideal for grilling or relaxing while taking in the natural surroundings. Entertain with ease thanks to a screened-in porch made for summer dinners, late-night card games, and peaceful evenings. The main level also includes a spacious laundry room and a full guest bath for added convenience. The primary suite is a true retreat, boasting a large ensuite bathroom with double vanity, a soaking tub, and a walk-in shower, as well as a generous walk-in closet. Upstairs, two guest bedrooms share a full bathroom, and one offers access to a private sitting deck—perfect for morning coffee or winding down with a book. Whether you're dreaming of a mountain escape, an income-producing rental, or your forever home close to the vibrant shops, dining, and entertainment of downtown Highlands, this home is ready for you to make it your own. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of mountain paradise.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Sarah Strawn,

    Keller Williams Great Smokies,

    Nicole Ernst,

    Keller Williams Great Smokies

    Bought with:

    Ann Cooper, 316387

    Landmark Realty Group - Highlands

    Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1001214Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Bathroom 1
    • Level: Main
    Great room
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Electric
    Cooling
    • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator
    • Laundry: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Inside, Main Level, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Breakfast Bar, Double Vanity, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Open Floorplan, Soaking Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
    • Furnished: Yes

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Concrete, Driveway
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Screened
    • Exterior features: Private Entrance, Private Yard, Propane Tank - Leased
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Mountain(s), Seasonal View, Trees/Woods
    Lot
    • Size: 1 Acres
    • Features: Gentle Sloping, Native Plants, Private, Sloped, Views, Wooded
    • Topography: Sloping
    Details
    • Parcel number: 7459533728
    • Zoning description: Residential

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1998

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Permit 3 Bedroom, Septic Tank
    • Water: Private, Well
    • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Rustic Falls
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Highlands

    Financial & listing details

    • Tax assessed value: $514,820
    • Annual tax amount: $1,685
    • Date on market: 6/13/2025
    • Cumulative days on market: 174 days
    • Road surface type: Gravel, Paved

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/29/2025Sold$637,500-8.8%
    Source: HCMLS #1001214 Report a problem
    12/6/2025Pending sale$699,000
    Source: HCMLS #1001214 Report a problem
    12/2/2025Contingent$699,000
    Source: HCMLS #1001214 Report a problem
    12/1/2025Pending sale$699,000
    Source: HCMLS #1001214 Report a problem
    11/10/2025Contingent$699,000
    Source: HCMLS #1001214 Report a problem
    11/10/2025Pending sale$699,000
    Source: HCMLS #1001214 Report a problem
    6/13/2025Listed for sale$699,000-3.6%
    Source: HCMLS #1001214 Report a problem
    3/11/2022Listing removed--
    Source: HCMLS Report a problem
    11/10/2021Listed for sale$725,000+128%
    Source: HCMLS #97885 Report a problem
    6/8/2021Sold$318,000-6.4%
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    5/18/2021Pending sale$339,900
    Source: HCMLS #96263 Report a problem
    4/22/2021Listed for sale$339,900
    Source: HCMLS #96263 Report a problem
    3/1/2021Listing removed--
    Source: HCMLS Report a problem
    4/1/2020Listed for sale$339,900
    Source: COUNTRY CLUB PROPERTIES #93206 Report a problem
    2/9/2020Listing removed$339,900
    Source: COUNTRY CLUB PROPERTIES #90192 Report a problem
    2/15/2019Listed for sale$339,900+36.2%
    Source: COUNTRY CLUB PROPERTIES #90192 Report a problem
    3/8/2014Listing removed$249,500
    Source: Highlands Real Estate #77790 Report a problem
    7/20/2013Listed for sale$249,500
    Source: Highlands Real Estate #77790 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,608 +0.6%$514,820 +0.6%
    2024$1,599 +0.8%$511,720
    2023$1,587 -51.6%$511,720 +49.4%
    2022$3,281 +107.6%$342,420
    2021$1,580 +5.8%$342,420
    2020$1,494 +0.9%$342,420
    2019$1,481 $342,420 +64.2%
    2018$1,481 $208,590
    2017-- $208,590
    2016$846 $208,590
    2015$846 +2.8%$208,590 -33.9%
    2014$823 $315,610
    2013$823 $315,610
    2012-- $315,610
    2011-- $315,610
    2010-- $315,610
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 28741

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