$525,000

45 Cottage Row Highlands, NC 28741

Estimated payment $2,960/month

Total Views 3,561
2 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Terrace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Furnished
  • Living Area on First Floor

About This Home

Located in the heart of Highlands, NC and perched at an elevation of 3,773 feet, this charming furnished 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage is the perfect blend of vintage character and modern comfort. Originally built in 1945, the home has been thoughtfully updated while maintaining its cozy mountain appeal. The layout includes a main-level primary suite, hardwood and ceramic tile flooring, and a functional kitchen/living combo that makes the most of every inch. The finished, heated lower level with a separate entrance includes a second bedroom and full bath, ideal for guests or a private in-law suite. Modern upgrades include mini-split systems for heating and cooling, insulated windows and doors, propane heating, and a newer electric water heater. Outside, enjoy the private back deck and lower terrace surrounded by mountain air and mature trees. A lower garden trail leads to a cozy firepit, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The home's elevated position provides privacy and seasonal charm, and it's just minutes from the lively downtown of Highlands with its renowned restaurants, shops, and entertainment. This has been a very successful vacation rental in the past.

Listing Agent

Dan O'Connell

Exp Realty, LLC (Mls Only) Brokerage Phone: 8885849431 License #318316 Listed on: 05/13/2025

Exp Realty, LLC (Mls Only)

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,192

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • 2,614 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property fronts a state road

Parking

  • No Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Furnished
  • Insulated Windows
  • Insulated Doors
  • Living Area on First Floor

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Terrace

Utilities

  • Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Mini Split Heat Pump
  • Heating System Powered By Leased Propane
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7540771329

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,192

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Road Frontage Type: State Road
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Directions: from downtown highlands Head northeast on US-64 E/N 4th St toward Oak St Turn right onto Cottage Row
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1945
  • NAV27_rets_property_type: Residential
  • Attribution Contact: 8885849431
  • NAV27_AllowsVacationRentalYN: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Has Basement: Full, Finished, Heated, Exterior Entry, Finished Bath, Lower/Terrace
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Doors-Insulated
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen/FR Combo, Main Level Living, Primary on Main Level, In-Law Floorplan
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Elevation over 3000
  • View: No
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Waterfront Elevation: 3773
  • Construction Type: Other
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage, None-Carport

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ductless
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Propane, Mini-Split
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cell Service Available
  • Water Source: Well
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: Leased
  • Telephone: Cell Service Available

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2613.6
  • Parcel #: 7540771329
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1191.8
  • Tax Book Number: I-41

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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 $1,192 $370,740 $50,000 $320,740
2023 $721 $370,740 $50,000 $320,740
2022 $721 $142,640 $25,000 $117,640
2021 $721 $142,640 $25,000 $117,640
2020 $685 $142,640 $25,000 $117,640
2018 $604 $141,340 $18,000 $123,340
2017 $0 $141,340 $18,000 $123,340
2016 $604 $141,340 $18,000 $123,340
2015 $581 $141,340 $18,000 $123,340
2014 $510 $152,160 $40,000 $112,160
2013 -- $152,160 $40,000 $112,160
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/13/2025 05/13/25 For Sale $525,000 +45.8% --
10/12/2021 10/12/21 Sold $360,000 0.0% $629 / Sq Ft
08/17/2021 08/17/21 Pending -- -- --
05/12/2021 05/12/21 For Sale $360,000 -- $629 / Sq Ft
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $360,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $115,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $180,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26040898

APN: 7540771329