44 Rainbow Rd Highlands, NC 28741
Highlands AreaEstimated payment $4,173/month
Highlights
- View of Trees or Woods
- Spring on Lot
- Outdoor Water Feature
- 9.22 Acre Lot
- Wooded Lot
- No HOA
About This Home
Less than three miles from Main Street in Highlands and located within the city limits, this enchanting and serene 9.22-acre property offers a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and convenience. Bordering National Forest land and featuring a beautiful spring-fed cascading stream that runs the length of property, this mountain retreat has been cherished by the same family for many years and is now being offered “as is.” The three-level home features decks, balconies, and patios designed to take in the peaceful surroundings. Inside, you’ll find two bedrooms plus three bonus rooms, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, an updated kitchen, and a glass sunroom overlooking the rushing stream. The lower level includes a garage, laundry area, and a separate apartment space, offering flexibility for guests or additional living quarters. Outside, the property showcases lush old-growth flora, rocked terraces along the stream, a chicken house, and an ideal garden area. With potential for subdividing with a build site on the property above the house with potential for long-range mountain views, allowing for even more possibilities to enhance this exceptional property. With endless possibilities for customization, this exceptional property offers the perfect opportunity to create your dream mountain retreat while enjoying the soothing sounds of babbling water and nature just minutes from town.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,953
Year Built
- Built in 1984
Lot Details
- 9.22 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a stream
- Lot Has A Rolling Slope
- Wooded Lot
- Garden
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- 1 Carport Space
- Driveway
Home Design
- Metal Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Workshop
- Views of Woods
- Dryer
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Concrete
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Partially Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Laundry in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Spring on Lot
- Balcony
- Glass Enclosed
- Outdoor Water Feature
Utilities
- Heating Available
- Private Water Source
- Well
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 7449035692
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | -- | $976,020 | $456,680 | $519,340 |
| 2024 | -- | $976,020 | $456,680 | $519,340 |
| 2023 | $3,941 | $976,020 | $456,680 | $519,340 |
| 2022 | $3,360 | $551,990 | $298,600 | $253,390 |
| 2021 | $3,360 | $554,490 | $298,600 | $255,890 |
| 2020 | $3,220 | $554,490 | $298,600 | $255,890 |
| 2018 | $2,955 | $546,080 | $269,900 | $276,180 |
| 2017 | -- | $546,080 | $269,900 | $276,180 |
| 2016 | $2,955 | $546,080 | $269,900 | $276,180 |
| 2015 | -- | $546,080 | $269,900 | $276,180 |
| 2014 | $2,672 | $593,650 | $240,070 | $353,580 |
| 2013 | -- | $593,650 | $240,070 | $353,580 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2026 07/23/26 | Price Changed | $700,000 | -10.1% | -- |
| 06/26/2026 06/26/26 | Price Changed | $779,000 | -2.5% | -- |
| 05/22/2026 05/22/26 | For Sale | $799,000 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 1003311
APN: 7449035692
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