N 5th St
Highlands, NC 28741
- 1 Bed
- 464 sqft (on 9.76 acres)
1 Bed
464 sqft
(on 9.76 acres)
Local Information
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Description
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.)
N 5th St, Highlands, NC 28741 is a 1 bedroom, 464 sqft lot/land. It last sold for $262,000 on May 2, 2022. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,980/month.
Home Highlights
Parking
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Outdoor
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HOA
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Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago
Home Details for N 5th St
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Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1 |
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 4 |
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Lot LandArchitecture: conventional |
Year Built Year Updated: 1921 |
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Exterior Home Features Exterior: Wood |
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Lot Area: 9.76 acres |
Price History for N 5th St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 02/20/2023 | ListingRemoved | HCMLS | |
| 01/23/2023 | $4,500,000 | Listed For Sale | HCMLS #101409 |
| 01/14/2023 | ListingRemoved | HCMLS | |
| 10/26/2022 | $4,500,000 | Listed For Sale | HCMLS #100496 |
| 05/02/2022 | $262,000 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Highlands
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
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Available listings
186
25MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $1,034 |
| Assessment | $264,300 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for N 5th St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.41 | Lot/Land | $340,000 | 09/02/25 | - | - | ||
0.84 | Lot/Land | $570,000 | 10/08/25 | - | - | ||
0.75 | Lot/Land | $202,500 | 06/29/26 | - | - | ||
0.77 | Lot/Land | $115,000 | 05/06/26 | - | - | ||
1.11 | Lot/Land | $250,000 | 12/12/25 | - | - | ||
1.09 | Lot/Land | $165,000 | 11/03/25 | - | - | ||
1.16 | Lot/Land | $185,000 | 10/22/25 | - | - | ||
1.18 | Lot/Land | $130,000 | 01/13/26 | - | - | ||
1.23 | Lot/Land | $850,000 | 07/28/25 | - | - | ||
1.32 | Lot/Land | $80,000 | 11/06/25 | - | - |
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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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