$695,000

181 Cherokee Dr Highlands, NC 28741

Estimated payment $3,721/month

Total Views 10,552
3 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Built-In Features

About This Home

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.

Listing Agent

Judy Michaud

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty Listed on: 11/03/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Mitzi Rauers

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,308

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Built-In Features
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Ventless Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Views of Woods
  • Crawl Space
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating Available
  • Propane
  • Septic Tank

Additional Features

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • City Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Miami Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot part of lot 2,3
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7449165778

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,308

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 14
  • Co List Office Phone: 828-526-1717
  • Subdivision Name: Miami Heights
  • Directions: Highway 28 (Walhalla Road) to Cherokee Drive on the right. Home will be on the right
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1960
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Ventless
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Gentle Sloping, Partially Cleared, City Lot, Level
  • Topography: Level,Sloping
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Dog Run, Private Yard, Storage, Propane Tank - Leased
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Asphalt

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room
  • Cooling: Other, Wall Unit(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Gas
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane, Other, See Remarks
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 7449165778
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1308.3
  • Tax Lot: part of lot 2,3
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 -- $303,680 $93,750 $209,930
2024 $1,308 $303,680 $93,750 $209,930
2023 $1,449 $303,680 $93,750 $209,930
2022 $1,449 $228,690 $88,200 $140,490
2021 $1,449 $228,690 $88,200 $140,490
2020 $1,271 $221,980 $88,200 $133,780
2018 $580 $184,920 $93,750 $91,170
2017 $0 $184,920 $93,750 $91,170
2016 $580 $184,920 $93,750 $91,170
2015 $557 $184,920 $93,750 $91,170
2014 $621 $250,600 $136,000 $114,600
2013 -- $250,600 $136,000 $114,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/03/2025 11/03/25 For Sale $695,000 +35.9% --
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Sold $511,500 -9.5% $492 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/14/2025 07/14/25 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2025 05/11/25 For Sale $565,000 -- $543 / Sq Ft
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $515,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $515,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $409,200 New Conventional
Closed $409,200 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Judy Michaud

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty

(828) 624-5867

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Judy with her husband Louie and their two daughters moved to Highlands in 1986. Licensed in real estate since 1973, Judy bought Meadows Mountain Realty in 2006 and the company joined the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices brand in 2015. Judy is a Florida State University alumnus and was recently named for the third time to the Seminole 100 which awards alumni owned companies based on growth. Judy enjoys her home in Highlands Falls Country Club.

After a long and successful career as an

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Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1002152

APN: 7449165778