$1,150,000

34 W Forest Way Highlands, NC 28741

Estimated payment $6,476/month

Total Views 420
3 Beds
3 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Screened Porch
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Furnished
  • Walk-In Closet

About This Home

This well-maintained 3 bed, 3 bath home with large loft is conveniently located between Highlands and Cashiers and checks all the boxes:
• Furnished with minor exclusions
• Open floor plan with massive stone fireplace
• Creekside setting with large porch and fireplace
• Additional open deck area for grilling and entertaining
• Creekside Firepit
• A compelling off-campus alternative for both Wildcat and Cullasaja Club members
• Well-maintained - updated (HVAC, Central Dehumidification, Encapsulated Crawlspace) • Vacation Rentals Permitted
• Plans for carport and covered home access have been professionally designed and approved by HOA This property is perfect to enjoy as a charming mountain home, an income property or a combination of the two. Community amenities include a picnic area and pond. This property is offered furnished with only minor exclusions for immediate enjoyment and use. Highlands NC was chosen by Travel & Leisure as “America’s Best Small Mountain Town” in 2023 and Outside magazine ranked Highlands as one of its top ten small adventure towns in the world for 2026.

Listing Agent

Clif Gottwals

Christie's International Real Estate Highlands-Cashiers License #312893 Listed on: 06/06/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,154

Year Built

  • Built in 2007

Lot Details

  • 16,553 Sq Ft Lot
  • Sloped Lot

HOA Fees

  • $121 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Screened Porch
  • Crawl Space
  • Dryer
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Fireplace
  • Fire Pit

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Propane
  • Shared Septic
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Wildwood Forest Poa
  • Wildwood Forest Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 2C
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7551451068

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,154

Year Built

Built in 2007

Lot Details

0.38 Acres

HOA Fees

$121 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.38
  • Subdivision Name: Wildwood Forest
  • Directions: Travelling from Highlands towards Cashiers of 64, turn left onto Shortoff Lane. Proceed pasts the tennis court and bear right at the fork into Wildwood Forest. After passing the pond, turn left onto W. Forest Way and the property is the last property to the left.
  • Architectural Style: Cabin
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 2007
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Disposal, Microwave, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space, Encapsulated
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Great Room, Outside, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Primary Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s)

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Sloped Down, Native Plants, Many Trees
  • Topography: Sloping
  • View: Creek/Stream
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Creek
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Propane Tank - Leased
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch, Screened
  • Roof: Asbestos Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Additional Parking

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: In Hall
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Central
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Shared Septic
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Propane, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Community/Coop

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: None
  • Association Fee: 1450.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Wildwood Forest POA
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 7551451068
  • Zoning Description: None

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2153.94
  • Tax Lot: 2C
  • Tax Year: 2025

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Home Values in the Area

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Tax History

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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 -- $703,540 $126,280 $577,260
2024 -- $703,540 $126,280 $577,260
2023 $1,913 $703,540 $126,280 $577,260
2022 $1,913 $419,750 $86,310 $333,440
2021 $1,913 $419,750 $86,310 $333,440
2020 $1,807 $419,750 $86,310 $333,440
2018 $1,742 $457,820 $81,400 $376,420
2017 $0 $438,790 $81,400 $357,390
2016 $1,674 $438,790 $81,400 $357,390
2015 $1,651 $438,790 $81,400 $357,390
2014 $1,802 $600,700 $188,120 $412,580
2013 -- $600,700 $188,120 $412,580
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/06/2026 06/06/26 For Sale $1,150,000 +265.1% --
12/03/2015 12/03/15 Sold $315,000 -9.7% -- View Prior Sale
11/30/2015 11/30/15 Pending -- -- --
08/20/2015 08/20/15 For Sale $349,000 +23.5% --
03/22/2013 03/22/13 Sold $282,500 0.0% -- View Prior Sale
02/11/2013 02/11/13 Pending -- -- --
12/05/2012 12/05/12 For Sale $282,500 -- --
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Trustee Deed $303,000 --
Warranty Deed -- None Available
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $356,250 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1003404

APN: 7551451068

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