$855,000
SOLD MAY 26, 2026

48 Holt Knob Rd Highlands, NC 28741

2 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
0.34 Acres Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 26, 2026

10% Below List Price

193 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Attached Garage
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Garden

About This Home

As of May 2026

Located in downtown Highlands, NC, this charming two-bedroom, two-bath cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. With its inviting design and prime location, this home is ideal for those who seek a mountain vacation retreat or want to live in Highlands year round. The spacious sitting and dining area provides an open, welcoming space for entertaining or relaxing by the fire. The well-equipped kitchen is ready for your culinary adventures, while the two large bedrooms offer sublime relaxation. The exterior of this delightful cottage is equally impressive. Step onto the covered front porch and savor your morning coffee while taking in the crisp mountain air. The attached carport keeps your vehicle sheltered from the elements. For outdoor gatherings, the fire pit is the perfect spot to unwind, share stories, and enjoy the cool evenings under the stars. Within walking distance of Highlands' vibrant local scene filled with boutique specialty shops, gourmet restaurants, and cultural attractions, this home truly has it all. Whether you seek an investment property, a weekend getaway, or a permanent residence, this cottage is a rare gem in one of western North Carolina's most sought-after towns. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of Highlands charm!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Muir

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF License #301998 Listed on: 11/01/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member

Non-Member Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,880

Year Built

  • Built in 1966

Lot Details

  • 14,810 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Cleared Lot
  • Garden

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Crawl Space
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • 1 Carport Space

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • City Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Holt Knob Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7540-21-0344

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,880

Year Built

Built in 1966

Lot Details

0.34 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Subdivision Name: Holt Knob
  • Directions: From Highlands, take the Franklin Rd to first Holt Knob entrance, Home is first house on Left.
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1966
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Cleared, Level, City Lot, Flat
  • Topography: Level
  • View: City
  • Waterfront Features: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Porch
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 1.0
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Attached, Carport, Gravel

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 7540-21-0344
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1880.23
  • Tax Lot: 0
  • Tax Year: 2024

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 1, 2025
Closed on
May 7, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
John Muir
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Non-Member Office
List Price
$949,000
Sold Price
$855,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$94,000
-9.91%
Views
54

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
727.13%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 2020
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2019
Closed on
Aug 12, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ellie Hogan
Country Club Properties - Main
Buyer's Agent
John Muir
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF
List Price
$459,000
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$59,000
-12.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.50%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $855,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $400,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/26/2026 05/26/26 Sold $855,000 -4.9% --
05/13/2026 05/13/26 Pending -- -- --
02/27/2026 02/27/26 Price Changed $899,000 -5.3% --
11/01/2025 11/01/25 For Sale $949,000 +137.3% --
08/15/2019 08/15/19 Sold $400,000 -12.9% -- View Prior Sale
08/05/2019 08/05/19 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2019 03/21/19 For Sale $459,000 -- --
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

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 $1,880 $447,340 $130,820 $316,520
2024 $1,880 $447,340 $130,820 $316,520
2023 $1,960 $447,340 $130,820 $316,520
2022 $1,960 $313,310 $125,000 $188,310
2021 $1,960 $315,810 $125,000 $190,810
2020 $1,880 $315,810 $125,000 $190,810
2018 $1,742 $314,480 $122,600 $191,880
2017 $0 $314,480 $122,600 $191,880
2016 $1,742 $314,480 $122,600 $191,880
2015 $1,719 $314,480 $122,600 $191,880
2014 $1,348 $291,300 $109,600 $181,700
2013 -- $291,300 $109,600 $181,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1002162

APN: 7540210344

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