44 Rainbow Road
Highlands, NC 28741
2 Beds
3.5 Baths
2 Beds
3.5 Baths
(on 9.22 acres)
We estimate this home will sell faster than 96% nearby.
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Description
Less than three miles from Main Street in Highlands and located within the city limits, this enchanting and serene 9.22-acre property offers a rare blend of privacy, natural beauty, and convenience. Bordering National Forest land and featuring a beautiful spring-fed cascading stream that runs the length of property, this mountain retreat has been cherished by the same family for many years and is now being offered “as is.”
The three-level home features decks, balconies, and patios designed to take in the peaceful surroundings. Inside, you’ll find two bedrooms plus three bonus rooms, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, an updated kitchen, and a glass sunroom overlooking the rushing stream. The lower level includes a garage, laundry area, and a separate apartment space, offering flexibility for guests or additional living quarters.
Outside, the property showcases lush old-growth flora, rocked terraces along the stream, a chicken house, and an ideal garden area. With potential for subdividing with a build site on the property above the house with potential for long-range mountain views, allowing for even more possibilities to enhance this exceptional property. With endless possibilities for customization, this exceptional property offers the perfect opportunity to create your dream mountain retreat while enjoying the soothing sounds of babbling water and nature just minutes from town.
The three-level home features decks, balconies, and patios designed to take in the peaceful surroundings. Inside, you’ll find two bedrooms plus three bonus rooms, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, an updated kitchen, and a glass sunroom overlooking the rushing stream. The lower level includes a garage, laundry area, and a separate apartment space, offering flexibility for guests or additional living quarters.
Outside, the property showcases lush old-growth flora, rocked terraces along the stream, a chicken house, and an ideal garden area. With potential for subdividing with a build site on the property above the house with potential for long-range mountain views, allowing for even more possibilities to enhance this exceptional property. With endless possibilities for customization, this exceptional property offers the perfect opportunity to create your dream mountain retreat while enjoying the soothing sounds of babbling water and nature just minutes from town.
We estimate this home will sell faster than 96% nearby.
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
4 days ago
Home Details for 44 Rainbow Road
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Interior Details Basement: Daylight,Exterior Entry,Full,Interior Entry,Concrete,Partially Finished,Bath/Stubbed,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1, Basement, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Sunroom, Workshop |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Electricity Connected, Satellite Internet AvailableAppliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: In Basement,Lower Level,Laundry RoomRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Has Heating Unspecified TypeAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Has Heating Unspecified Type |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living Room, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Carpet, Concrete, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Linoleum, Tile, Vinyl |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 3Levels: Three Or MoreFloors: Carpet, Concrete, Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Linoleum, Tile, Vinyl |
View Has a ViewView: Creek/Stream, Seasonal View, Trees/Woods |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: Glass Enclosed, BalconyExterior: Balcony, Garden, Satellite Dish, Water FeatureFoundation: BlockGarden |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Carport Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a CarportHas a GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Driveway,Garage,Gravel |
Frontage Waterfront: StreamNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank |
Surface & Elevation Topography: Rolling, Sloping, Terraced |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 1Days on Market: 4 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1984 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence |
Building Not a New Construction |
Property Information Parcel Number: 7449035692 |
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Price List Price: $799,000 |
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MLS Status: Active |
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Direction & Address City: HighlandsCommunity: None |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 1003311 |
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Community Features: None |
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Association for this Listing: Highlands Cashiers Board of RealtorsNo HOA |
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Lot Area: 9.22 Acres |
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BasementMls Number: 1003311Living Area Range Units: Square FeetWater ViewWater View: Creek/StreamActivation Date: Fri May 22 2026Universal Property Id: US-37113-N-7449035692-R-N |
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Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Alicen Phillips
Country Club Prop. / Mt. Fresh
Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
Source: HCMLS, MLS#1003311
Price History for 44 Rainbow Road
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23/2026 | $799,000 | Listed For Sale | HCMLS #1003311 |
| 01/01/2026 | $825,000 | ListingRemoved | Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4279105 |
| 07/10/2025 | $825,000 | Listed For Sale | HCMLS #1001398 |
| 07/01/2025 | $975,000 | ListingRemoved | HCMLS #106489 |
| 03/13/2025 | $975,000 | PriceChange | HCMLS #106489 |
| 01/06/2025 | $1,099,000 | Listed For Sale | HCMLS #106489 |
| 12/14/2024 | $1,099,000 | ListingRemoved | BHHS broker feed #104724 |
| 07/11/2024 | $1,099,000 | Listed For Sale | HCMLS #104724 |
| 04/17/2017 | $388,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 09/09/2016 | $388,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 07/05/2016 | $524,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 01/12/2016 | $524,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $3,953 |
| Assessment | $979,520 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 44 Rainbow Road
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.57 | Single-Family Home | $1,325,000 | 09/19/25 | 3 | 3.5 | - | |
0.65 | Single-Family Home | $595,000 | 07/14/25 | 4 | 4 | - | |
0.76 | Single-Family Home | $660,000 | 03/03/26 | 3 | 4 | 2,921 | |
0.62 | Single-Family Home | $1,995,000 | 10/10/25 | 4 | 4.5 | - | |
0.63 | Single-Family Home | $525,000 | 10/24/25 | 3 | 2 | - | |
0.66 | Single-Family Home | $515,000 | 08/08/25 | 3 | 2 | - | |
0.61 | Single-Family Home | $9,000,000 | 04/30/26 | 4 | 6 | - | |
0.82 | Single-Family Home | $1,850,000 | 10/17/25 | 3 | 4.5 | - | |
1.29 | Single-Family Home | $1,163,460 | 05/18/26 | 3 | 3 | - |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 44 Rainbow Road.
- Franklin High
- 9-12
- Public
- 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
- K-12
- Public
- 332 Students
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
- Public
- 599 Students
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 Review11mo 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 Review6mo 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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44 Rainbow Road, Highlands, NC 28741 is a 2 bedroom, 4 bathroom single-family home built in 1984. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by HCMLS on May 23, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 1003311.