$1,280,000
SOLD MAR 20, 2026

765 Higher Path Saluda, NC 28773

3 Beds
4 Baths
3,720 Sq Ft
1,517,630 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$344 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • Open Floorplan
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 34.84 Acre Lot
  • Mountain View
  • Deck

About This Home

As of March 2026

This rare and remarkable 34+ acre estate offers a 3,700+ square-foot residence designed for effortless one-level living, an inviting and functional layout, and a thoughtfully planned setting for livestock or farming. This property shares a boundary with over 19,000 acres of preserved land—providing unmatched privacy, natural beauty, and a true sense of retreat. Inside, the heart of the home opens gracefully into an expansive living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace, flowing seamlessly into the kitchen and dining areas. This central gathering space is perfect for both everyday living and memorable occasions. The kitchen is appointed with stainless steel appliances, tasteful cabinetry and countertops. The spacious primary suite serves as a tranquil sanctuary, offering a spa-inspired bathroom with a fully tiled walk-in shower, clawfoot tub, and wheelchair accessibility. Two additional guest bedrooms each share their own beautifully finished full bathroom, reflecting thoughtful design and comfort. A well-appointed laundry room provides ample cabinetry for storage and includes an additional full bathroom—ideal for easy cleanup after outdoor work. The home also features a 3-car garage with generous clearance for large vehicles and convenient, easy access. Then step outside to experience the serenity of the setting. A generous back patio with a firepit and gazebo creates the perfect backdrop for peaceful evenings or gatherings with family and friends. Two barns with run-in sheds, covered drive thru trailer parking, tack room, and a fenced pasture makes the property exceptionally well suited for horses or small livestock, offering remarkable versatility for a variety of uses. Yet one of the property’s most captivating features is the land itself. Enjoy your own private expanse of forests, open fields, and on-site hiking trails—ideal for recreation, exploration, and taking in the natural surroundings. Conveniently located near downtown Saluda, this extraordinary property blends comfort, luxury, and timeless elegance with the benefits of a truly exceptional setting.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Donna Humiston

Century 21 Connected Brokerage Email: donna.humiston@gmail.com License #289881 Listed on: 12/05/2025

Century 21 Connected

Last Buyer's Agent

Charlie Froelich

Nest Realty Asheville License #331658

Nest Realty Asheville

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 34.84 Acre Lot
  • Fenced
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Wooded Lot
  • Property is zoned R3

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Siding
  • Stone Siding
  • Hardboard

Interior Spaces

  • 3,720 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar Fridge
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Main Level Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 4 Full Bathrooms
  • Freestanding Bathtub

Accessible Home Design

  • Bathroom has a 60 inch turning radius
  • Grab Bar In Bathroom
  • Doors are 32 inches wide or more
  • More Than Two Accessible Exits
  • Raised Toilet

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Fire Pit

Farming

  • Barn
  • Pasture

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heat Pump System
  • Water Softener
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lane Godsey Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 9593495743

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

34.84 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 344.09
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: donna.humiston@gmail.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space, Slab
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Built-in Features, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Split Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 3720
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 0
  • Appliances: Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Freezer, Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator, Water Softener
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3720
  • Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits, Bath 60 Inch Turning Radius, Bath Grab Bars, Bath Raised Toilet, Door Width 32 Inches or More
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
  • Living Area: 3720
  • Bedroom Main: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fence, Fire Pit
  • New Construction: No
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Mountain(s), Winter
  • Exclusions: The refrigerator in the Pantry/Laundry Room and the Washer/Dryer do NOT convey. And the plow at the corner of the circle drive do NOT convey.
  • Construction Type: Hardboard Siding, Stone, Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Rear Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 1
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking: No
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Hoa Subject To Dues: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Unspecified
  • HOA Subject To: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Pasture, Rolling Slope, Wooded
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 9593495743
  • Plat Reference Section Pages: Slide 5349
  • Horse Amenities: Barn, Horses Allowed, Pasture
  • Lot Size Acres: 34.84
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Specification: R3

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Unspecified
  • High School: Unspecified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2017
Closed on
Oct 20, 2017
Sold by
Allred Rella B
Bought by
Owens Edward Keith and Owens Cheryl Lynn
Seller's Agent
Terri Eisenhauer
RE/MAX Results
Buyer's Agent
David Caulder
Caulder Realty & Land Co.
List Price
$449,000
Sold Price
$422,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,000
-6.01%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.72%
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Outstanding Balance
$270,231
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,071,348

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2005
Sold by
Not Provided
Bought by
Allred Rella B
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $422,000 --
Deed $93,000 --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $325,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/20/2026 03/20/26 Sold $1,280,000 -7.9% $344 / Sq Ft
12/05/2025 12/05/25 For Sale $1,390,000 +229.4% $374 / Sq Ft
10/20/2017 10/20/17 Sold $422,000 -6.0% $222 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
09/05/2017 09/05/17 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2017 06/12/17 For Sale $449,000 -- $236 / Sq Ft
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

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
2025 $4,082 $852,200 $216,200 $636,000
2024 $41 $852,200 $216,200 $636,000
2023 $4,082 $852,200 $216,200 $636,000
2022 $3,573 $640,900 $201,200 $439,700
2021 $3,573 $427,900 $201,200 $226,700
2020 $2,133 $427,900 $0 $0
2019 $2,129 $427,400 $0 $0
2018 $2,012 $581,900 $0 $0
2017 $0 $581,900 $0 $0
2016 $2,007 $301,804 $0 $0
2015 -- $301,804 $0 $0
2014 -- $522,000 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4326175

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 1015002

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