Minutes from downtown Highlands, this two-bedroom home offers convenient access to the plateau with the benefit of being outside town limits. The property provides flexibility for use as a personal residence, rental, or investment.
A screened front porch leads into a dining area that opens to the living room with a wood-burning fireplace and large glass doors showcasing mountain views. The kitchen is located just off the hall and includes ample counter space and a stand-up bar connected to the dining room.
Further down the hallway are the laundry room and pantry. The primary bedroom features an en-suite bathroom and a large window framing mountain views. The second bedroom is across the hall with natural light from a wide window, and a second full bathroom is conveniently located beside it.
From the living room, double doors open to the back deck, where the property’s elevated position offers a peaceful setting with tree-filtered views and privacy at the edge of the backyard.
This one won’t last—schedule your showing!
For sale
Price cut: $9K (3/6)
$420,000
1696 Clear Creek Rd Road, Highlands, NC 28741
2beds
--sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1979
0.99 Acres Lot
$405,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceScreened front porchAmple counter spaceLaundry room
- 97 days |
- 3,074 |
- 64 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 06, 2026 at 09:30am
Listed by:
Taylor Schmitt,
Mountain Life Real Estate, LLC
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1002271Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Electric, Gas, Radiant
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Gas Range, Refrigerator, Vented Exhaust Fan, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Features
- Chandelier
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum
- Basement: Dirt Floor,Encapsulated,Concrete,Storage Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Circular Driveway, Direct Access, Gravel
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Screened
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Private Yard, Rain Gutters, Propane Tank - Leased
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Valley, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.99 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Many Trees, Views, Rolling Slope
- Topography: Rolling
Details
- Parcel number: 7438999380
- Zoning description: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1979
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Generator
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Shared Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Propane, Satellite Internet Available, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Clear Spring
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Highlands
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $271,740
- Annual tax amount: $905
- Date on market: 12/1/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 98 days
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Estimated market value
$405,100
$385,000 - $425,000
$2,446/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/6/2026 | Price change | $420,000-2.1% |
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| 2/6/2026 | Price change | $429,000-1.4% |
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| 12/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $435,000+61.7% |
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| 10/31/2012 | Listing removed | $269,000 |
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| 8/25/2011 | Price change | $269,000-1.8% |
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| 4/18/2011 | Listed for sale | $274,000-8.1% |
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| 1/16/2011 | Listing removed | $298,000 |
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| 1/9/2011 | Price change | $298,000+1.7% |
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| 9/14/2010 | Price change | $293,000-1.7% |
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| 4/20/2010 | Price change | $298,000-9.1% |
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| 2/20/2010 | Price change | $328,000-2.1% |
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| 5/23/2009 | Listed for sale | $335,000+3.1% |
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| 1/6/2009 | Listing removed | $325,000 |
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| 12/5/2008 | Listed for sale | $325,000+58.5% |
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| 7/12/2005 | Sold | $205,000 |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $906 | $271,740 |
| 2024 | $906 +1.3% | $271,740 |
| 2023 | $894 +8.6% | $271,740 +63.4% |
| 2022 | $823 | $166,260 |
| 2021 | $823 +5.4% | $166,260 |
| 2020 | $781 +1.7% | $166,260 |
| 2019 | $768 +5.2% | $166,260 -5.8% |
| 2018 | $730 | $176,520 |
| 2017 | -- | $176,520 |
| 2016 | $730 | $176,520 |
| 2015 | $730 +3.3% | $176,520 -19.3% |
| 2014 | $707 | $218,690 |
| 2013 | $707 | $218,690 |
| 2012 | -- | $218,690 |
| 2011 | -- | $218,690 |
| 2010 | -- | $218,690 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,167/mo
Principal & interest
$2016
Property taxes
$151
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28741
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Highlands SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 1.9 mi
- 6/10Macon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 12.9 mi
- 2/10Mountain View Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 13.1 mi
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