Highlands Land for Sale

Highlands Land for Sale

Welcome to Highlands, North Carolina — a hidden gem nestled in the breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains. Renowned for its stunning natural beauty, this charming town offers a unique blend of outdoor adventure, vibrant arts, and a welcoming community. With its cool mountain climate, Highlands serves as a perfect retreat for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Highlands is not just a picturesque destination; it boasts a rich history and a lively downtown area filled with delightful shops, art galleries, and gourmet restaurants. Whether you're exploring the stunning waterfalls, hiking the numerous trails, or enjoying a round of golf at one of the scenic courses, there’s something for everyone in this enchanting locale.

For those looking to invest in their own piece of this mountain paradise, we have an incredible opportunity: land for sale in Highlands. Imagine building your dream home surrounded by lush forests and breathtaking views. With ample space to create your own sanctuary, this land offers the perfect canvas for your vision — whether it’s a cozy cabin, a modern retreat, or a luxurious estate.

The Highlands community is known for its friendly atmosphere and strong sense of belonging, making it an ideal place to call home. With a variety of outdoor activities year-round, from skiing in the winter to hiking and fishing in the summer, you’ll never run out of ways to enjoy the great outdoors.

Don’t miss the chance to own land in this stunning mountain town. Highlands is waiting for you to make your mark in this picturesque haven!

Newest Highlands Land for Sale

$349,000
1004088 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Cullasaja Drive This .7 acre lot has city water and a 3 bedroom septic approval. The building site has been cleared, and it is ready for your summer getaway or year-round forever home.

Tbd Cullasaja Dr, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Country Club Properties.

Listing courtesy of Country Club Properties
$1,149,000
1003845 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover a rare gem—a 1-acre lot on Big Bear Pen Rd in Highlands, NC, offering breathtaking year-round views of downtown Highlands and distant peaks like Shortoff Mountain. This prime property boasts a spacious build site amidst native rhododendrons and Mountain Laurels, providing a perfect blend of privacy and panoramic scenery. Conveniently located within walking distance to downtown Highlands, it offers easy access to shops, dining, and cultural amenities, along with direct entry to the Highlands Land Trust trail system for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy the best of mountain living with access to town water, sewer, and a fiber optic network, ensuring modern comforts in the midst of the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you envision a permanent residence or a seasonal retreat, this lot provides an ideal setting to create your custom-built home in one of North Carolina's most sought-after mountain communities. Seize this exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Highlands paradise—a 1-acre sanctuary where awe-inspiring views, natural beauty, and convenient amenities converge to offer an unparalleled mountain living experience. Build your dream mountain escape amidst the serene backdrop of Highlands, NC, and embrace a lifestyle enriched by stunning vistas and boundless outdoor adventures.

Lot 4 Big Bear Pen, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
$795,000
1003828 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Welcome to Lot 16A North Cobb Drive, an exceptional 1.08-acre parcel nestled within the prestigious Highlands Country Club Neighborhood in Highlands, NC. Situated conveniently on the Highlands Country Club campus and just minutes from downtown Highlands, this property offers a rare blend of privacy and accessibility. Boasting an active septic permit and access to town water, it provides the foundational amenities necessary for seamless development. This gently sloping lot presents an ideal canvas for constructing your dream home, with ample space for a yard and landscaping that harmonizes with the natural surroundings. Included with the property are plans for a home, offering a ready-to-go option or the opportunity to customize and design according to your preferences. Whether envisioning a tranquil retreat amidst the mountains or a year-round residence close to town conveniences and recreational amenities, Lot 16A North Cobb Drive promises a coveted lifestyle in one of North Carolina's most sought-after communities. Discover the perfect setting to build your Highlands sanctuary at Lot 16A North Cobb Drive. Embrace the charm of Highlands Country Club Neighborhood, where mountain vistas meet refined living, and create your own haven amidst the serene beauty of the Appalachian landscape. With its strategic location, gentle topography, and thoughtful amenities, this property invites you to turn your vision of mountain living into reality.

Lot 16A N Cobb, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
$729,000
1003836 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Embrace the opportunity to own a stunning .76-acre lot on Big Bear Pen Rd in Highlands, NC, boasting picturesque mountain views and a serene natural setting. This prime property features an easily accessible build site tucked among native rhododendrons and Mountain Laurels, offering both privacy and tranquility. Conveniently located within walking distance to downtown Highlands, it provides effortless access to shops, dining, and cultural attractions, while also offering direct entry to the renowned Highlands Land Trust trail system for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy the best of mountain living with access to town water, sewer, and a fiber optic network, ensuring modern comforts amidst the rugged beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you envision a year-round residence or a seasonal getaway, this lot offers the perfect backdrop to realize your dreams of a custom-built home in one of North Carolina's most coveted mountain destinations. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to create your Highlands retreat—a .76-acre sanctuary where breathtaking views, natural splendor, and convenient amenities converge to offer an unparalleled mountain living experience. Build your perfect mountain escape amidst the pristine beauty and peaceful ambiance of Highlands, NC, setting the stage for a lifestyle defined by both serenity and adventure.

Lot 1 Big Bear Pen, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
$939,000
1003839 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Embrace the opportunity to own a stunning .76-acre lot on Big Bear Pen Rd in Highlands, NC, boasting picturesque mountain views and a serene natural setting. This prime property features an easily accessible build site tucked among native rhododendrons and Mountain Laurels, offering both privacy and tranquility. Conveniently located within walking distance to downtown Highlands, it provides effortless access to shops, dining, and cultural attractions, while also offering direct entry to the renowned Highlands Land Trust trail system for outdoor enthusiasts. Enjoy the best of mountain living with access to town water, sewer, and a fiber optic network, ensuring modern comforts amidst the rugged beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Whether you envision a year-round residence or a seasonal getaway, this lot offers the perfect backdrop to realize your dreams of a custom-built home in one of North Carolina's most coveted mountain destinations. Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity to create your Highlands retreat—a .76-acre sanctuary where breathtaking views, natural splendor, and convenient amenities converge to offer an unparalleled mountain living experience. Build your perfect mountain escape amidst the pristine beauty and peaceful ambiance of Highlands, NC, setting the stage for a lifestyle defined by both serenity and adventure.

Lot 2 Big Bear Pen, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
$3,412,500
1003846 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Discover Longview Falls, a magnificent estate nestled on over 10 acres at 2266 S 4th Street in Highlands, NC. Boasting breathtaking long-range views extending into South Carolina and Georgia, this property offers unparalleled natural beauty. A tranquil trout stream meanders through the landscape, gracing the grounds with multiple picturesque waterfalls that enhance the serenity of the surroundings. Longview Falls is equipped with essential utilities including city water from Highlands, reliable power infrastructure, and access to a fiber optic network, ensuring modern convenience amidst its rustic charm. Ideal for creating an expansive private estate or for subdividing into three distinct parcels, the flexibility of the property allows for diverse development opportunities. Whether envisioning a secluded retreat immersed in nature or a strategic investment in prime Highlands real estate, Longview Falls promises a lifestyle of tranquility and possibility. Embrace the allure of Highlands, NC, and seize the opportunity to own Longview Falls—a sanctuary where panoramic vistas, natural water features, and essential amenities converge to create a truly extraordinary living experience. This property not only embodies the essence of mountain living at its finest but also invites the realization of personalized dreams and aspirations in a coveted Appalachian setting.

2266 S 4th St, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
$950,000
1003873 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Highlands Country Club Upper Brushy Face, one of the Highest elevations on Highlands Country Club. Check out this very hard to find gently sloped Lot, that features an exceptional mountain view, and end of the road privacy! It backs up to a large tract of USFS land. City Power, Water, Sewer, fiber internet and garbage pickup. Get on the list for Club Membership while you build to get ready for the good life!

454 Upper Brushy Face, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Country Club Properties.

Listing courtesy of Country Club Properties
$1,350,000
1003806 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Rare opportunity to purchase 16 individual homesites in the prestigious Ridges of Highlands subdivision in Highlands, NC. These high-elevation lots offer breathtaking long-range mountain views and are located throughout one of the area's premier upscale communities. An outstanding opportunity for a developer, builder, or investor to acquire multiple homesites in a highly desirable luxury mountain neighborhood. Conveniently located between Highlands and Franklin, owners can enjoy everything this renowned mountain destination has to offer, including fine dining, boutique shopping, art galleries, golf, hiking, waterfalls, fishing, and year-round outdoor recreation. Known for its cool summer climate, scenic beauty, and vibrant community, Highlands continues to be one of Western North Carolina's most sought-after locations for both full-time and seasonal residents. Don't miss this unique opportunity to invest in multiple homesites in one of Highlands' premier mountain communities.

00 Historic Highlands Dr, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Lamplighter Realty.

Listing courtesy of Lamplighter Realty
$160,000
1003737 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Dreaming of building your own mountain retreat? This .60± acre, fern-covered homesite is centrally located between Highlands and Cashiers and is close enough to enjoy everything both towns offer, without the downtown tourist hustle. Wooded and private, it's a peaceful setting for outdoor enthusiasts, with Whiteside Mountain just minutes away for hiking and unforgettable views. Prefer tee times and clubhouse dinners? Several prestigious country clubs are just a short drive away, so you can enjoy the golf-and-social lifestyle on your own terms, off campus with no need to live inside the gates. Nestled in Apple Mountain Estates, a small community where quiet mornings and mountain air are simply part of everyday life.

Lot 9 Apple Mountain, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF.

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - HF
$449,000
1003743 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE UNDER CONTRACT Status
One of the last opportunities to build along the ridgeline within Old Edwards Club at Highlands Cove, this exceptional 0.71+/- acre homesite offers truly spectacular, top-of-the-world views. Perched high above the surrounding landscape with breathtaking views of the mountains, golf course, and lake below. Situated at a high elevation so you enjoy cool summer temperatures and fresh mountain air. Community water and sewer are available, along with high-speed fiber optic internet. HOA-maintained roads and a gated entrance staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year provide convenience, security, and peace of mind. A rare opportunity to create an extraordinary mountain retreat in one of the areas premier private communities. Membership is optional. Members of Old Edwards will have full use of Old Edwards Club amenities: full service dining room and bar, chimney terrace, 18-hole golf course, tennis, fitness, outdoor heated mineral pool plus all of the amenities at GlenCove: Organic community garden & farm, recreational lake with boathouse offering fishing, kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding, hiking trails to Shortoff and Yellow Mtn National Forest, 12-hole par 3 golf course, recreation barn with bowling, pool tables, ping pong, kids arcade and state-of-the-art golf simulator lounge, 4-lane heated lap pool with kid's splash pool, playground, pickleball, bocce ball, multi-purpose court, fitness & wellness center with spa services, and a world-class short game golf area AND the amenities at Old Edwards Inn & Spa: access to a relaxed European style luxury spa, two additional pools, pool cabana, fitness center and fitness classes.

140 Envision Ct, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - OE.

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - OE
$425,000
1003645 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Tucked away on a quiet private cul-de-sac, this exceptional homesite in Old Edwards Club at Highlands Cove offers the perfect blend of privacy and mountain beauty. Enjoy both long-range and short-range mountain views, providing a stunning backdrop for your custom mountain retreat. Community water and sewer are available, along with high-speed fiber optic internet. HOA-maintained roads and a gated entrance staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year provide convenience, security, and easy year-round access. Membership is optional. Members of Old Edwards will have full use of Old Edwards Club amenities: full service dining room and bar, chimney terrace, 18-hole golf course, tennis, fitness, outdoor heated mineral pool plus all of the amenities at GlenCove: Organic community garden & farm, recreational lake with boathouse offering fishing, kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding, hiking trails to Shortoff and Yellow Mtn National Forest, 12-hole par 3 golf course, recreation barn with bowling, pool tables, ping pong, kids arcade and state-of-the-art golf simulator lounge, 4-lane heated lap pool with kid's splash pool, playground, pickleball, bocce ball, multi-purpose court, fitness & wellness center with spa services, and a world-class short game golf area AND the amenities at Old Edwards Inn & Spa: access to a relaxed European style luxury spa, two additional pools, pool cabana, fitness center and fitness classes.

176 Pinehurst Ct, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - OE.

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - OE
$375,000
1003640 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status
Enjoy mountain views from this 0.76+/- acre homesite in Old Edwards Club at Highlands Cove. Offers a beautiful setting for a custom mountain home designed to capture the surrounding scenery. Situated at a high elevation, you'll appreciate cool summer temperatures, fresh mountain air, and the peaceful setting of this premier gated community. Community water and sewer are available, along with high-speed fiber optic internet. HOA-maintained roads and a gated entrance staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year provide convenience, security, and easy year-round access. Membership is optional. Members of Old Edwards will have full use of Old Edwards Club amenities: full service dining room and bar, chimney terrace, 18-hole golf course, tennis, fitness, outdoor heated mineral pool plus all of the amenities at GlenCove: Organic community garden & farm, recreational lake with boathouse offering fishing, kayaking, canoeing and paddleboarding, hiking trails to Shortoff and Yellow Mtn National Forest, 12-hole par 3 golf course, recreation barn with bowling, pool tables, ping pong, kids arcade and state-of-the-art golf simulator lounge, 4-lane heated lap pool with kid's splash pool, playground, pickleball, bocce ball, multi-purpose court, fitness & wellness center with spa services, and a world-class short game golf area AND the amenities at Old Edwards Inn & Spa: access to a relaxed European style luxury spa, two additional pools, pool cabana, fitness center and fitness classes.

132 Broadview Dr, Highlands

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - OE.

Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty - OE
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