Charming 3-Bedroom, 3-Bath Home with Lock-Off Unit – Unrestricted Property with Endless Potential!
Located just outside the Highlands city limits, this spacious home offers a unique opportunity for those looking to invest, renovate, or create a personalized mountain retreat. With 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a generous amount of living space—including a separate lock-off unit—this property is ideal for long-term living, short-term rentals, or dual rental setups.
The home has a vintage feel and is ready for updates, making it perfect for buyers with vision. Whether you're an investor or someone looking to create your dream getaway, there's plenty of room to reimagine and add value.
Situated on an unrestricted property just off Flat Mountain Road, you’ll enjoy privacy, flexibility, and easy access to all the charm and amenities of Highlands. With ample space inside and out, this property is full of potential and ready to become something truly special.
For sale
$700,000
66 Forrest Lane, Highlands, NC 28741
3beds
--sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1971
0.51 Acres Lot
$672,400 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Ready for updatesVintage feelSeparate lock-off unitSpacious home
- 83 days |
- 344 |
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 19, 2025 at 07:00am
Listed by:
Katy Postell,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF
Source: HCMLS,MLS#: 1001810Originating MLS: Highlands Cashiers Board of Realtors
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Lower
Bathroom 1
- Level: Main
Bathroom 2
- Level: Main
Bathroom 3
- Level: Lower
Basement
- Level: Lower
Other
- Features: Additional Living Quarters
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Lower
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Laminate Counters, Other, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s), Workshop
- Flooring: Carpet
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Garage Access,Heated,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Bath/Stubbed,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Additional Parking
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: None
Lot
- Size: 0.51 Acres
- Features: See Remarks, Flat
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 7541017207
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1971
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Private
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, None, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: The Pines
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Highlands
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $563,080
- Annual tax amount: $1,747
- Date on market: 9/18/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 84 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$672,400
$639,000 - $706,000
$4,290/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $700,000+560.4% |
Source: HCMLS #1001810 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/1992 | Sold | $106,000 |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,748 +0.7% | $563,080 |
| 2023 | $1,736 +10% | $563,080 +64.8% |
| 2022 | $1,577 | $341,720 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$3,837/mo
Principal & interest
$3341
Property taxes
$251
Home insurance
$245
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28741
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Highlands SchoolGrades: K-12Distance: 2.5 mi
- 6/10Macon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 10 mi
- 2/10Mountain View Intermediate SchoolGrades: 5-6Distance: 10.3 mi
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