$1,325,000

99 Balsam Ln Highlands, NC 28741

Estimated payment $7,829/month

Total Views 1,545
4 Beds
4 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Gated Community
  • Deck
  • Furnished
  • Mountain View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully maintained and fully furnished mountain cottage nestled behind the gates of the prestigious Highlands Falls Country Club. This charming one-level home offers a thoughtfully designed layout, featuring a spacious great room with vaulted, beamed ceilings and a striking stone fireplace at its center — perfect for cozy mountain evenings. The main living area includes a luxurious primary suite complete with a walk-in cedar closet, spa-like bath with double vanities, a deep soaking tub, and a walk-in shower. There is also an additional bedroom suite, full laundry room, and walk-in pantry add to the convenience and comfort. A separate guest wing provides privacy for visitors, featuring two ensuite bedrooms and a comfortable family room — ideal for extended stays or entertaining. Step outside to enjoy the serene mountain lifestyle on the expansive screened and covered deck, offering winter mountain views. A second open deck leads to a fenced backyard, perfect for pets or gardening. The home is tucked into a peaceful, wooded section of the community, offering privacy and tranquility. Located just minutes from downtown Highlands, this property allows you to enjoy the benefits of a gated community with or without a club membership. With an approved membership, take advantage of world-class amenities including golf, tennis, swimming, dining, and a vibrant social scene at the clubhouse. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a turnkey retreat in one of Highlands' most sought-after communities.

Listing Agent

Catherine Garren (MLS Only)

Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT Listed on: 06/28/2025

Highlands Sotheby's International Realty - DT

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,273

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

Lot Details

  • 0.83 Acre Lot
  • Gated Home
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope

HOA Fees

  • $350 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Furnished
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Laundry on main level

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Central Heating
  • Heat Pump System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Propane
  • Septic Tank

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 21
  • Assessor Parcel Number 7540799115

Community Details

Overview

  • Highlands Falls Association
  • Highlands Falls Subdivision

Security

  • Gated Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,273

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$350 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.83
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Subdivision Name: Highlands Falls
  • Directions: From Downtown, 64 East. Right into Highlands Falls. From Gatehouse turn Left at intersection on Sky Lake. Turn Left on Sassafras. At top of hill bear slightly Left on Balsam Lane. House on Right.
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1984
  • PropertySubTypeAdditional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Furnished
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Near Golf Course, Gentle Sloping, Native Plants, Private, Level, Rolling Slope
  • Topography: Level,Rolling
  • View: Mountain(s), Seasonal View
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, Propane Tank - Owned
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Central, Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Propane
  • Water Source: Community/Coop

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Gated, Trails/Paths
  • Amenities: Gated
  • Association Fee: 4200.0
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Highlands Falls
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Parcel #: 7540799115
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3272.69
  • Tax Lot: 21
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Range of Values:

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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 $3,273 $1,090,520 $100,000 $990,520
2023 $2,673 $1,090,520 $100,000 $990,520
2022 $2,673 $596,460 $75,000 $521,460
2021 $2,673 $596,460 $75,000 $521,460
2020 $2,522 $596,460 $75,000 $521,460
2018 $2,053 $544,190 $121,390 $422,800
2017 $0 $544,190 $121,390 $422,800
2016 $2,053 $544,190 $121,390 $422,800
2015 $2,030 $544,190 $121,390 $422,800
2014 $2,048 $686,150 $148,580 $537,570
2013 -- $642,850 $148,580 $494,270
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/28/2025 06/28/25 For Sale $1,325,000 +104.8% --
12/10/2020 12/10/20 Sold $647,000 -0.5% $396 / Sq Ft
11/30/2020 11/30/20 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2020 06/09/20 For Sale $650,000 +7.5% $398 / Sq Ft
04/06/2018 04/06/18 Sold $604,500 -3.9% $370 / Sq Ft
03/28/2018 03/28/18 Pending -- -- --
02/15/2018 02/15/18 For Sale $629,000 +10.4% $385 / Sq Ft
11/07/2016 11/07/16 Sold $570,000 -12.3% $349 / Sq Ft
10/04/2016 10/04/16 Pending -- -- --
03/31/2016 03/31/16 For Sale $649,900 -- $398 / Sq Ft
Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $647,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $604,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $570,000 None Available
Special Warranty Deed $352,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $511,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $200,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

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Source: Highlands-Cashiers Board of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 1001328

APN: 7540799115