289 Chestnut Ridge Rd
Highlands, NC 28741
3 Beds
4.5 Baths
2,501 sqft (on 1.99 acres)
3 Beds
4.5 Baths
2,501 sqft
(on 1.99 acres)
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Description
Living in the Horse Cove area of Highlands offers all the beauty and ambience that drives one to live out the good life in the mountains. It is impossible to deny all the ambiance and charm that this home has to offer. Mornings can be spent rocking on the front porch while enjoying all the sounds and beauty of the surrounding nature. Some of the uniqueness of the area offers a view of some of the rarest sights in nature. We have enjoyed the white squirrels playing in the woods and the sounds of all the surrounding birds chirping. Spend your evenings on the covered deck having a drink while listening to the sounds of the nearby waterfall that is close to the back of the property. Horse Cove offers serenity and stillness that you cannot find in many places left in the world. This special cabin built in the woods has the warm and cozy feel that is unique to mountain living. The beautiful rock fireplace stands as the focal point of the home and adds the rustic charm that is a rare find to. All the modern updates aid in a comfortable living area but have kept the character true to the home. This home is truly a place where memories are made and friendships are formed. The people of the community and neighborhood are all so welcoming and lovely. You will not find another home in the area to offer all that this home has to offer. It is nestled on a gentle sloping and usable 2 acres of land that has a gentle running stream at the base of the property. Surrounded by natural forest, hiking is abundant and convenient from your back yard. Although you may feel that the home is a place left by many to be in the country you are a short drive to the town of Highlands or Cashiers where you can find an endless opportunity to dine and shop and participate in ongoing town activities. Come enjoy thee magic of Horse Cove!
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Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago
Home Details for 289 Chestnut Ridge Rd
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat Pump, ElectricAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Heat Pump |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator |
Fireplace & Spa FireplaceJetted Bath Tub |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherDeckExterior: OtherFoundation Type: OtherGardenPatioPorch |
Parking & Garage Parking Spaces: 2Parking: Carport |
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Year Built Year Built: 1986Year Updated: 1986 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other |
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Lot Area: 1.99 acres |
Price History for 289 Chestnut Ridge Rd
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2018 | $399,000 | Sold | HCMLS #87691 |
| 07/05/2018 | $439,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 06/09/2018 | $439,900 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 03/06/2018 | $459,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 08/04/2017 | $322,000 | Sold | HCMLS #85739 |
| 06/28/2017 | $349,000 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 05/02/2017 | $349,000 | PendingToActive | Agent Provided |
| 04/24/2017 | $349,000 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 04/18/2017 | $349,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 10/20/2016 | $322,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 09/13/2016 | $450,000 | PendingToActive | Agent Provided |
| 08/20/2016 | $450,000 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 05/07/2016 | $495,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 04/19/2016 | $515,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 09/25/2015 | $565,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 03/06/2014 | $625,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 11/13/2013 | $625,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 07/08/2011 | $438,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 06/02/2011 | $438,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 11/20/2010 | $449,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 11/12/2010 | $489,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 05/12/2008 | $650,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 01/18/2008 | $650,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $2,003 |
| Assessment | $651,460 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 289 Chestnut Ridge Rd
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.07 | Single-Family Home | $637,500 | 12/29/25 | 3 | 3 | - | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $1,345,000 | 10/06/25 | 3 | 2.5 | - | |
0.55 | Single-Family Home | $425,000 | 08/18/25 | 2 | 2 | - | |
0.60 | Single-Family Home | $522,500 | 02/20/26 | 2 | 2 | - | |
1.43 | Single-Family Home | $1,950,000 | 10/14/25 | 3 | 4 | - | |
1.80 | Single-Family Home | $450,000 | 07/29/25 | 2 | 2 | 2,744 | |
2.02 | Single-Family Home | $4,025,000 | 05/04/26 | 4 | 5 | 2,379 | |
1.57 | Single-Family Home | $615,000 | 07/01/25 | 2 | 2 | - | |
2.02 | Single-Family Home | $4,025,000 | 05/04/26 | 6 | 6 | 3,662 | |
2.36 | Single-Family Home | $1,625,000 | 01/30/26 | 3 | 3 | 2,576 |
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- 9-12
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- 1005 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Averageim a junior atm but im in the summer school we offer and its pretty good the teachers mostly care about your grades they dont really focus on one student all the time though its more thats one or 2 students that arent paying attention but i do enjoy going there its a good school in all honesty.Student Review4y ago - Highlands School
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6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageExcellent! I am thankful for middle school teachers who truly embrace the “it takes a village” approach to student success.Parent Review6y ago - Macon Middle School
- 7-8
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6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageLots of disrespectful teachers, principal and everyone is more worried about your phone dropping out of your pocket and what the girls are wearing then if you get a quality education. I honestly cannot say anything good about this school except for about 5 teachers out of a lot. Librarian tells kids to shut up and yelled at us every time we went to get books. Kids sells lots of vapes and some weird stuff went down in the bathrooms that I can’t put online. WAYYY too concerned about girls clothes…it’s one thing if you’re wearing booty shorts but you would wear shorts that cover everything, and you have to change. PE favorites are always who is the best at the sports they play for them, not who actually tries. Only the curvy girls get dress codes btw, if you’re flat apparently they don’t care. A lockdown while I was there, lots of fights, kids making threats and posting about guns, etc. Crappy school.Other Review1y ago - Macon Early College High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 115 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Averagemec is one of my favourite schools that ive been to. sometimes the home works a little stressful but its great!Student Review6y ago - Mountain View Intermediate School
- 5-6
- Public
- 567 Students
2/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageOddly, MVI has for the last couple of years had a policy of no homework. This doesn't seem like a good strategy for a school that is performing poorly in standardized tests in all subject areas. Additionally, it fails to prepare students who will be entering the middle school across the street where homework is given and expected to be completed. Another step in the wrong direction this year was the removal of grouping by academic level. Mixing all levels together in classes results in teachers having to teach to the middle in classes of mixed abilities and fails to help both students at the higher and lower ends of the spectrum.Parent Review7mo ago 
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What Locals Say about Highlands
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95 % Say it's dog friendly
91 % Say it's quiet
89 % Say car is needed
89 % Say yards are well-kept
84 % Say people would walk alone at night
76 % Say there's holiday spirit
74 % Say parking is easy
74 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
74 % Say there's wildlife
74 % Say there are community events
54 % Say neighbors are friendly
52 % Say streets are well-lit
46 % Say kids play outside
44 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
30 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
25 % Say there are sidewalks
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289 Chestnut Ridge Rd, Highlands, NC 28741 is a 3 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 2,501 sqft single-family home built in 1986. This property is not currently available for sale. 289 Chestnut Ridge Rd was last sold on Aug 20, 2018 for $399,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 289 Chestnut Ridge Rd is $958,300.