856 N 5th St, Highlands, NC 28741
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OFF MARKET

$3,617,020

Tax assessed value
  • 2 Beds
  • 566 sqft (on 9.76 acres)

856 N 5th St, Highlands, NC 28741

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3702 Cashiers Road, Highlands, NC
0.43
Lot/Land
$4,095,000
08/05/26
-
-
0 Wilson Road, Highlands, NC
0.94
Lot/Land
$570,000
10/08/25
-
-
00 Falls Drive West, Highlands, NC
0.74
Lot/Land
$115,000
05/06/26
-
-
TBD Foreman Road, Highlands, NC
0.68
Lot/Land
$202,500
06/29/26
-
-
TBD Dillard Road, Highlands, NC
1.13
Lot/Land
$250,000
12/12/25
-
-
n/a Tanner Loop, Highlands, NC
1.32
Lot/Land
$450,000
08/25/26
-
-
TBD Jack Wilcox Road, Highlands, NC
1.47
Lot/Land
$1,500,000
12/10/25
-
-
Falcon Rdg, Highlands, NC
1.31
Lot/Land
$80,000
11/06/25
-
-
Lot 95 Shelby S, Highlands, NC
1.13
Lot/Land
$165,000
11/03/25
-
-
Sassafras Ct, Highlands, NC
1.26
Lot/Land
$620,000
09/30/25
-
-

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
Lot 5 5th Street, Highlands, NC 28741
0.16
$3,522,600
4
4.5
-
Off Market
760 N 5th St, Highlands, NC 28741
0.18
$4,000,000
4
3.5
1,944
Recently Sold
TBD Center Drive, Highlands, NC 28741
0.16
$525,000
-
-
-
For Sale
Lot 4 Big Bear Pen Road, Highlands, NC 28741
0.17
$1,149,000
-
-
-
For Sale
540 Chestnut Street, Highlands, NC 28741
0.21
$3,895,000
5
3.5
-
For Sale
Lot 1 Big Bear Pen Road, Highlands, NC 28741
0.20
$729,000
-
-
-
For Sale
Lot 2 Big Bear Pen Road, Highlands, NC 28741
0.20
$939,000
-
-
-
For Sale
Lot 1 5th Street, Highlands, NC 28741
0.24
$2,670,300
3
3
-
Off Market
Lot 3 5th Street, Highlands, NC 28741
0.24
$2,996,500
3
3.5
-
Off Market
Lot 2 5th Street, Highlands, NC 28741
0.24
$2,586,200
3
3
-
Off Market
Lot 4 5th Street, Highlands, NC 28741
0.24
$2,586,200
3
3
-
Off Market
Lot 6 5th Street, Highlands, NC 28741
0.24
$2,586,200
3
3
-
Off Market

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Home Highlights

Lot/Land
Built in 1883
9.76 acre lot
566 sqft

About this House

A 'WALK-TO-TOWN' wonderland of overgrown cow pasture and Old Growth forest. The 'Old Edward's family homesite' land was purchased by C.B. Edwards from Sam Kelsey in 1878. The property remains owned by those heirs. Being 'Private Property' it was spared the cutting of Kelsey's Primeval Forest in 1946. Now, 144 years later, Turkey's Foot, Princess Pine, various mosses, and ferns still cover the gentle forest floor, animal paths lead here, there and everywhere. A grouping of Wild Plum trees in full fruit were recently discovered....and delicious. The big trees are stunning and the proximity to town most notable. Wouldn't it be wonderful to own your very own Nature Preserve inside Highlands city limit. Property adjoins HCLT Kelsey Trail. This much land in R2 opens up many possibilities. Public sewer has already been installed under the path of unopened Poplar Street which fronts this entire parcel. Public water is at end of 5th St. and at end of open Poplar St., it would depend on type and scope of development as to which would need to be accessed. BE BEAR WISE!!! (Please do not enter 856 5th St. Driveway, that is a private drive and not part of this parcel or for sale.)
856 N 5th St, Highlands, NC 28741 is a 2 bedroom, 566 sqft lot/land built in 1883. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 856 N 5th St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 11
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: WoodFoundation Type: Other

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1883Year Updated: 1983
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Lot LandArchitecture: Conventional

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9.76 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 27, 2022
Source: HCMLS
ListingRemoved
Jul 27, 2022
Source: HCMLS #100496
Listed For Sale
$4,500,000

Market trends in Highlands

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What Locals Say about Highlands

At least 19 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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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  • Kimberlyg833
    "It’s beautiful and appears to be a great place to raise a family. I used to come here as a child back in the 70’s with my parents and it’s still as I remember it. Quaint and beautiful. "
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  • Karie.mcclure
    "not sure only a renter at this point but love how safe And low key it is .. great weather as well nice people "
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  • Pam
    "Great small town. Elevation 4000 feet plus. Friendly residents. Lots to do for a small town. A little pricy, but worth it. Great hiking and waterfalls galore. Dog friendly neighborhood and town."
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  • Christine B.
    "It's a very friendly community. When the tourists come to town for the season it gets overcrowded but some non locals are really friendly. "
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  • Bill B.
    "I live here and love the weather, hiking trails, water falls, and the National Forest. 4,118 feet elevation provides cool weather in the summer."
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  • Susan C.
    "What a beautiful place to live ... there is nothing as peaceful or beautiful as the mountains and this lovely, quaint town."
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  • Rick C.
    "There's no Wal-Mart or fast food joints. Life in the mountains has an easier pace. You are removed from the city, but that's why we live here, to get away from it all. There is a world class spa, fine dining on smaller scale, exquisite shops. Think Breckinridge, without the skiing.Beautiful mountains, hiking, mountain biking, floral life, live music, plays, wineries, what more do you want?"
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  • carolrosen
    "Great area, lovely home, easy comfortable living"
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  • John D.
    "A great place to spend the summer, and within walking distance to town."
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  • Nadine P.
    "A wonderful community with a year round caretaker, pool, tennis courts and swimming pool plus it is gated. Certainly not a necessity in Highlands! I would recommend King Mtn to anyone looking for lush foliage, fantastic views and wonderful amenities."
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  • Nadine P.
    "I have lived in Highlands, NC for 7 years and still upon returning from out of town get a peacefulness when I hit Main St or the Gorge Rd from Franklin. Prettiest place anywhere...you must visit!"
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  • Dorothy S.
    "You will find that people are extremely friendly. We have four mild seasons. Winter is wonderful. Nothing is better than curling up with a book in front of a crackling fire."
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