Residential Land with Home for Sale in Highlands, North Carolina
44 Rainbow Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Nestled on 9.52 acres, this 2-bedroom home with 2 bonus rooms and a lower-level efficiency apartment offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience! Just 6 minutes from downtown Highlands, NC, AND adjoining USFS land, the property features a bold, babbling creek visible and audible from the house for serene privacy just a short drive from luxury amenities. The main and upper levels have lots of natural light, and the kitchen has had some updates like marble countertops, stainless fridge, and an exhaust fan. The lower level includes a separate guest suite with a full kitchen, bathroom, living area, and bedroom--ideal for long-term rental or extra guests. Two attached single-car garages offer ample storage: one in the basement with a workshop area and storage, the other at the side of the home. A higher-elevation build site presents the potential for long-range views. This home is ready for a full renovation and holds exceptional potential to become a luxurious private estate, just minutes from the resort town of Highlands. Schedule your appointment for a private tour today!
Location
- Street address
- 44 Rainbow Rd
- County
- Macon County
- Elevation
- 3,481 feet
Directions
From Highlands, take N 4th Street for about 2 miles then RIGHT onto Clear Creek Rd. Continue for about 0.4 mile then RIGHT onto Rainbow Road. #44 will be on your LEFT.
Property details
- Acreage
- 9.52 acres
- MLS #
- FBR 26041531
- Posted
Parcels
- 7449035692
Details and features
Listing
- Type
- Residential
- Subtype
- Single Family Residence
Exterior
- Parking Spaces
- 2
- Parking
- Attached Garage, Garage, Underground/Basement
- Outdoor Spaces
- Deck, Porch
- Structures
- Packing Shed, Shed(s), Storage
- Features
- Paved Driveway, Storage Building/Shed
Structure
- Style
- Cottage
- Heating
- Fireplace(s), Space Heater
- Materials
- Hardi Plank Type, Stone
- Roof
- Metal
Interior
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom x 4, Bedroom x 3, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
- Flooring
- Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl, Wood
- Appliances
- Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fans, In-Law Quarters, Living/Dining Room, New Kitchen, Pantry, Primary On Main Level, Primary W/Ensuite, Sunroom, Walk-In Closets
Listing history
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 10, 2025 | New listing | $825,000 | — | FBR |