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#1000307, Edmund Hillis, Listing Office: Highlands Cove Realty at Old Edwards Club
$2,500,000 List price
226 Sky Lake Dr Highlands, NC 28741
$10,000
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3 beds
4 full, 1 partial
0.4 acres
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Property details
About 226 Sky Lake Dr
Enjoy the Highlands mountain lifestyle in this beautiful home located on a corner lot overlooking Highlands Falls Country Club golf holes 8 and 9. The house is just outside the HFCC entrance gates. The one-level floor plan gives easy access to the three bedrooms, four and a half baths, the sunroom facing the golf course, and the large office space in the back of the home. The master bedroom is on one side of the house, and the other two bedrooms are on the other side of the house. The home has recently been completely updated with new light fixtures, hardwood flooring, custom-milled shiplap walls, upgraded quartz countertops, heated bathroom floors, new appliances, custom cabinetry, and many freshly painted rooms. The combination furnace and heat pump HVAC system was installed in 2022. You can enjoy the HFCC golf course and lake views from the sunroom, or you can go out onto the expansive deck to experience the ambience of the outdoors. The owner's four-seater golf cart is offered for sale. The amenities provided by the Highlands Falls Country Club are available through membership in this private club. Membership requests are approved by the HFCC BOD
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Electric, Humidity Control, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
BasementYes
Lot size0.36 Acres
Year built1982
ParkingAdditional Parking, Asphalt, Driveway, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
MLS #1001037
Garage2 spaces
ViewGolf Course, Lake, Mountain(s)
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer, Humidifier
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Interior: Beamed Ceilings, Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Chandelier, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Double Vanity, Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings, His and Hers Closets, High Speed Internet, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Stone Counters, Recessed Lighting, Sound System, Storage, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Parking: Additional Parking, Asphalt, Driveway, Garage, Golf Cart Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side
- View: Golf Course, Lake, Mountain(s)
- Exterior: Fire Pit, Outdoor Grill
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Heating: Central, Electric, Humidity Control, Heat Pump, Natural Gas
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
- List Price: $2,500,000
- HOA Amount: $200 Annually
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,569
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Corner Lot, Front Yard, On Golf Course, Sloped Up
- Directions: From the downtown Highlands, take Route 64 towards Cashiers. Turn right at the HFCC entrance. Follow Sky Lake Drive until you reach the intersection of Sky Lake Drive and Rocky Ridge Road. The house is on the right side corner of Sky Lake Drive and Rocky Ridge Road.
- Year Built: 1982
- Stories: 1
- Lot Size: 0.36 Acres
- MLS Number: 1001037
- MLS Name: HighlandsCashiers
- Office Name: Highlands Sothebys International Realty - DT
- Office Phone: (828) 526-8300
- Office Email: Cathy.Garren@Sothebysrealty.Com
- Listing Agent: Joe Deckman
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $847,160 | $2,569 |
| 2023 | $847,160 | $2,557 |
| 2022 | $548,020 | $2,464 |
| 2021 | $548,020 | $2,464 |
| 2020 | $548,020 | $2,325 |
| 2019 | $413,820 | $1,769 |
| 2018 | $524,990 | $1,983 |
| 2017 | $524,990 | $1,983 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Blue Ridge School
Public District PK-6
5.3 mi
•95 Bobcat Dr
5
South Macon Elementary School
Public District PK-4
12.4 mi
•855 Addington Bridge Rd
6
East Franklin Elementary School
Public District KG-4
13.2 mi
•100 Watauga St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $57,456. Residents of Highlands, NC typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
36%
<35k
37%
35k-100k
13%
100k-200k
14%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
44%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
40%
Married, No Kids
10%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
8%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
14%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
32%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Hunting
Figure Skating
NASCAR
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Dollar General
Wal-Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Cracker Barrel
Applebees
Hardee's
What do the neighbors drive?
Cadillac
Oldsmobile
Ram
What do the neighbors listen to?
News/Talk/Information
Classic Country
Oldies
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Frequently asked questions
About 226 Sky Lake Dr
The listing price of 226 Sky Lake Dr property is $2,500,000.
The property 226 Sky Lake Dr is a house located in Highlands, North Carolina, 28741.
Active Listing: 226 Sky Lake Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 226 Sky Lake Dr are: Blue Ridge School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), South Macon Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), East Franklin Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Macon Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mountain View Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Cullowhee Valley School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Highlands School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Summit Charter (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Blue Ridge Early College (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,569 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 226 Sky Lake Dr has 3 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The year of construction for 226 Sky Lake Dr is 1982.
This home is located at 226 Sky Lake Dr in Highlands, NC and zip code 28741. Features: 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $2,500,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.