490 Satulah Rd
Highlands, NC 28741
- 4 Beds
- 5.5 Baths
- 3,698 sqft (on 2.75 acres)
4 Beds
5.5 Baths
3,698 sqft
(on 2.75 acres)
Local Information
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Description
Built by Henry Worrell Stoan for his niece, Miss Mary Lou Phinizy, in 1915 (according to Macon County records), this home has been in only two families in over one hundred years. Linked to its natural surroundings in ways that most homes are not, this Cotswold looking home exalts nature through its windows and porches, and becomes an organic part of the outdoors with its rambling terraces, patios and gardens. Named Windrush after the first owner spotted a twin home in Scotland, this estate is a showstopper whenever you walk or drive up Satulah Road (which has been newly paved). The magic of this home lies in its simplicity and romance. The stone chimneys, vintage shingle siding and stone patios look like old friends just gathered for a reunion. Although one of the earliest homes built in Highlands, it has been lovingly restored with a burst of enthusiasm in keeping with the pedigree of the home. The kitchen, the heart of the home, is a communal room where everyone gathers to prepare and to enjoy food as well as socializing. An authentic "mud room" where hunters drop their prey on entrance has a flagstone floor and copper sink opening to a side terrace next to the large flat yard with 300 year-old trees. The dining room is across the hall with the entrance to the great room with a soaring ceiling and stone fireplace just a few steps away serving as the focal point for conversation and entertaining. Windows line one side of the home in the Carolina room with spectacular views of Whiteside Mountain and beyond. The master bedroom with vaulted ceiling is on the main level serving as a serene and restful retreat with both his and her bathrooms and closets. Two cozy guest suites with full baths-one with a wood-burning fireplace-are upstairs and other guest rooms are on the terrace level with another sitting room. An attached two-car garage, separate children's playhouse and whimsical well-house add idiosyncrasy to this special estate close to town.
490 Satulah Rd, Highlands, NC 28741 is a 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 3,698 sqft single-family home built in 1915. It last sold for $3,400,000 on Dec 13, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $4,212,500, with a rent estimate of $4,571/month.
Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago
Home Details for 490 Satulah Rd
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Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Heat Pump, GasHeating Fuel: Heat Pump |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1.5Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalDeckExterior: WoodFoundation Type: OtherGardenPatioPorch |
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Year Built Year Built: 1915Year Updated: 1995 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Conventional |
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Lot Area: 2.75 acres |
Price History for 490 Satulah Rd
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/13/2021 | $3,400,000 | Sold | HCMLS #97504 |
| 10/13/2021 | $3,295,000 | Pending | HCMLS #97504 |
| 09/20/2021 | $3,295,000 | Listed For Sale | HCMLS #97504 |
| 07/31/2021 | ListingRemoved | HCMLS | |
| 09/01/2020 | $3,330,000 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 05/12/2020 | $3,600,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
Market trends in Highlands
Last updated May 2026
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
161
11MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $11,621 |
| Assessment | $2,939,130 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 490 Satulah Rd
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $6,425,000 | 03/17/26 | 4 | 5 | - | |
0.43 | Single-Family Home | $595,000 | 07/14/25 | 4 | 4 | - | |
1.31 | Single-Family Home | $3,000,000 | 05/07/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 4,947 | |
1.31 | Single-Family Home | $3,000,000 | 05/07/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 5,550 | |
0.85 | Single-Family Home | $1,995,000 | 10/10/25 | 4 | 4.5 | - | |
0.91 | Single-Family Home | $1,080,000 | 10/01/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 3,594 | |
0.86 | Single-Family Home | $720,500 | 04/30/26 | 4 | 3 | 2,192 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | $1,010,000 | 08/14/25 | 3 | 3 | - | |
1.17 | Single-Family Home | $2,512,000 | 07/09/25 | 4 | 4 | 9,216 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $1,180,000 | 09/25/25 | 3 | 2 | - |
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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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