$699,000
OPEN FRI 10AM - 12PM

185 Wahoo Trail Highlands, NC 28741

Estimated payment $3,949/month

Total Views 30
3 Beds
1 Bath
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Mountain View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • No HOA
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

Nestled in the heart of Highlands, this delightful cottage is a true hidden gem. With standout curb appeal and a location near Highlands School, you’ll enjoy easy access to downtown shopping, dining, Harris Lake, and the vibrant cultural scene the area is known for.

The well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath home sits on a quiet city road that balances privacy with convenience. Recent updates include a HVAC system, a stylishly remodeled bathroom, and a durable metal roof.

The yard, dotted with perennial plantings, is perfect for outdoor enjoyment and can be appreciated from the spacious covered front porch—an ideal spot for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, the inviting great room features a cozy gas fireplace, creating a warm gathering space. Ample parking and a storage shed add to the property’s practicality.

This home offers the rare combination of comfort, character, and convenience—all just moments from everything Highlands has to offer.

Listing Agent

Steve Sheppard

Allen Tate - Cashiers Listed on: 08/26/2025

Allen Tate - Cashiers

Co-Listing Agent

Jaime Powers

Allen Tate - Cashiers License #328908

Open House Schedule

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,769

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 0.58 Acre Lot
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Ventless Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Crawl Space

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane
  • Septic Tank
  • Phone Available
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • City Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7449480188

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,769

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.58
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 405
  • Co List Office Phone: 828-547-0022
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Directions: From Main Street Highlands take 5th Street South and take a right onto Wahoo Trail as you approach Highlands School. Travel around the back of the school to continue on Wahoo Trail and home will be on your right.
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1975
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space, Exterior Entry
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Ventless
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: City Lot, Rolling Slope
  • Topography: Rolling
  • View: Mountain(s), Seasonal View
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Frame, Stone, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Storage, Propane Tank - Leased
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Porch
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Other, Paved, Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central, Multi-Fuel
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Propane, Phone Available, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 7449480188
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1768.78
  • Tax Lot: 2
  • Tax Year: 2025

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Range of Values:

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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
2024 $1,769 $419,060 $138,980 $280,080
2023 $1,137 $419,060 $138,980 $280,080
2022 $1,137 $175,380 $83,940 $91,440
2021 $1,137 $175,380 $83,940 $91,440
2020 $1,092 $175,380 $83,940 $91,440
2018 $1,073 $186,670 $86,970 $99,700
2017 $1,073 $186,670 $86,970 $99,700
2016 $1,073 $186,670 $86,970 $99,700
2015 $1,050 $186,670 $86,970 $99,700
2014 $916 $192,720 $71,460 $121,260
2013 -- $192,720 $71,460 $121,260
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/26/2025 08/26/25 For Sale $699,000 -- --
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1001715

APN: 7449480188