Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Highlands, NC

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Investment Property for Sale in Highlands, NC

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
54 Deer Run Highlands, NC Located in a community with horse stables and pasture, just minutes from Highlands, this b...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$1,495,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.35% Traditional cash on cash: 0.78% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $2965 Airbnb ROI: 0.35% Traditional ROI: 0.78%
120 Split Rail Row Highlands, NC Privately situated among lush gardens and native landscaping in one of Highlands' most des...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$3,597,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.51% Traditional cash on cash: -0.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $3686 Airbnb ROI: -0.51% Traditional ROI: -0.11%
321 Nall Farm Rd Highlands, NC Nall Farm RoadWonderful views and over 4 acres of privacy with this charming mountain cott...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$1,000,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.36% Traditional cash on cash: -0.31% Airbnb Rental Income: $2096 Traditional Rental Income: $1603 Airbnb ROI: -0.36% Traditional ROI: -0.31%
69 Holt Cottage Ln Highlands, NC Welcome to 69 Holt Cottage Lane, an enchanting mountain retreat nestled among the trees in...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$924,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.16% Traditional cash on cash: 0.42% Airbnb Rental Income: $2096 Traditional Rental Income: $1782 Airbnb ROI: 0.16% Traditional ROI: 0.42%
142 Edwards Creek Rd Highlands, NC Firefly Cottage invites you to experience the charm of Historic Horse Cove, just 8 minutes...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$849,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.6% Traditional cash on cash: 1.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $2096 Traditional Rental Income: $2327 Airbnb ROI: 0.6% Traditional ROI: 1.57%
1616 N 4th St Highlands, NC This newly constructed home redefines luxury mountain living. Blending modern and contempo...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$4,695,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.61% Traditional cash on cash: 0.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $5906 Airbnb ROI: -0.61% Traditional ROI: 0.21%
49 Blackberry Ln Highlands, NC Unique property with incredible personal touches located only 3.5 miles to downtown Highla...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$1,675,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.37% Traditional cash on cash: -0.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $2575 Airbnb ROI: -0.37% Traditional ROI: -0.24%
328 Webbmont Rd Highlands, NC This true Webbmont treasure is located on just over an acre of perennial gardens and nativ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$1,150,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.02% Traditional cash on cash: 0.98% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $3107 Airbnb ROI: -0.02% Traditional ROI: 0.98%
478 Hickory Knut Gap Rd Highlands, NC Stunning panoramic Blue Valley Views! This beautiful home features easterly sunrise views ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$5,800,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.69% Traditional cash on cash: -0.51% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $3014 Airbnb ROI: -0.69% Traditional ROI: -0.51%
365 Foreman Rd Highlands, NC Buy a gentle-laying lot within walking distance to town and get a house for FREE! Investor...	N/A beds \| N/A baths \| N/A	$785,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.09% Traditional cash on cash: -0.66% Airbnb Rental Income: $1866 Traditional Rental Income: $953 Airbnb ROI: -0.09% Traditional ROI: -0.66%
90 Fodderstack Rd Highlands, NC Enjoy sweeping mountain vistas from this immaculate, custom luxury home on Ravenel Ridge! ...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$5,900,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.01% Traditional cash on cash: -0.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $4432 Airbnb ROI: -1.01% Traditional ROI: -0.57%
354 Flat Mountain Estates Rd Highlands, NC Step outside to the fully screened-in porch, complete with an outdoor kitchen which includ...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$2,648,700	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.38% Traditional cash on cash: 0.11% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $3258 Airbnb ROI: -0.38% Traditional ROI: 0.11%
110 Spruce Ln Highlands, NC Beautiful 4BR/4BA home between the 17th and 18th holes on golf course in Highlands Falls C...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$4,950,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.18% Traditional cash on cash: -0.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $4461 Traditional Rental Income: $5047 Airbnb ROI: -1.18% Traditional ROI: -0.85%
56 Ridge Trl Highlands, NC Tucked away in the enchanting enclave of Cold Springs Saddle & Tennis Club, with its lake,...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$1,395,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.24% Traditional cash on cash: -0.19% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $2434 Airbnb ROI: -0.24% Traditional ROI: -0.19%
439 By Way Highlands, NC This is a rare opportunity to own acreage and one of the most unique homes in the area, an...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$3,250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.51% Traditional cash on cash: -0.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $2200 Airbnb ROI: -0.51% Traditional ROI: -0.56%
114 Cobb Rd Highlands, NC This first fairway home at Highlands Country Club combines a classic mountain experience w...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$3,250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.56% Traditional cash on cash: 0.49% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $5206 Airbnb ROI: -0.56% Traditional ROI: 0.49%
311 Sequoyah Dr Highlands, NC Butternut Cottage is a rare offering on Lake Sequoyah. The cottage is a masterfully reimag...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$2,595,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.23% Traditional cash on cash: 0.14% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $3250 Airbnb ROI: -0.23% Traditional ROI: 0.14%
346 Hummingbird Ln Highlands, NC Wake up to crisp mountain air drifting through the windows and step onto your screened dec...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$3,375,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.61% Traditional cash on cash: 0.52% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $5546 Airbnb ROI: -0.61% Traditional ROI: 0.52%
70 Norton Court Highlands, NC Experience elevated mountain living in this thoughtfully designed home within the gated Cu...	4 beds \| 6 baths \| 6,628 sq.ft.	$5,250,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1% Traditional cash on cash: -0.12% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $6347 Airbnb ROI: -1% Traditional ROI: -0.12%
2259 Whiteside Cove Rd Highlands, NC Nestled on approximately 8 acres of private mountain terrain in Cashiers, North Carolina, ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$2,295,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.27% Traditional cash on cash: 0.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $3387 Airbnb ROI: -0.27% Traditional ROI: 0.21%
522 Highlands View Road lot: 2 Highlands, NC Improved with NEW ROOF 2026 and NEW WELL PUMP & PIPING. Mountain Tranquility Just Minutes ...	3 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$887,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.4% Traditional cash on cash: 2.13% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $2972 Airbnb ROI: 1.4% Traditional ROI: 2.13%
462 Mirror Lake Rd Highlands, NC If you have an appetite for a fixer-upper, investment property, rental (R2 Zone), and plen...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$2,175,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.87% Traditional cash on cash: -0.22% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $3351 Airbnb ROI: -0.87% Traditional ROI: -0.22%
220 Worley Road lot: 8 Highlands, NC FOX DEN is a rare opportunity to own a work of legacy modernism in the mountains. One of J...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$2,445,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.4% Traditional cash on cash: 0.92% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $5026 Airbnb ROI: -0.4% Traditional ROI: 0.92%
94 Netsi Pl Highlands, NC Located in the highly desirable Mirror Lake area, this charming three-bedroom, three-bath ...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$1,495,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.28% Traditional cash on cash: -0.05% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $2705 Airbnb ROI: -0.28% Traditional ROI: -0.05%
133 Hidden Springs Way Highlands, NC Welcome to 133 Hidden Springs Way-where rustic charm meets timeless luxury in the heart of...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$1,050,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1% Traditional cash on cash: 1.21% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $2578 Airbnb ROI: 1% Traditional ROI: 1.21%
95 Mill Creek Ln Highlands, NC Imagine parking your car for the summer and walking everywhere from this beautifully furni...	3 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$1,850,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.12% Traditional cash on cash: 0.53% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $3071 Airbnb ROI: 0.12% Traditional ROI: 0.53%
33 Sanctuary Ridge Rd Highlands, NC Discover Mountain Modern Perfection in Downtown Highlands Step into luxury living just one...	5 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$4,795,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.17% Traditional cash on cash: -0.89% Airbnb Rental Income: $4461 Traditional Rental Income: $4768 Airbnb ROI: -1.17% Traditional ROI: -0.89%
577 Twin Lakes Dr Highlands, NC In the serene Holly Berry Estates, you will find this spacious 4-bedroom, 4-bath, contempo...	4 beds \| 4 baths \| N/A	$2,299,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.28% Traditional cash on cash: 0.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $4131 Airbnb ROI: -0.28% Traditional ROI: 0.71%
1921 Franklin Rd Highlands, NC Nestled along the shores of one of Highlands most scenic lake settings, 1921 Franklin Road...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| 2,960 sq.ft.	$1,800,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.02% Traditional cash on cash: 1.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $5138 Airbnb ROI: -0.02% Traditional ROI: 1.84%
61 Moonstone Loop lot: 11C Highlands, NC Welcome to 61 Moonstone Loop, a beautifully furnished mountain cottage in the sought-after...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| N/A	$749,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.35% Traditional cash on cash: 0.54% Airbnb Rental Income: $2096 Traditional Rental Income: $1691 Airbnb ROI: 0.35% Traditional ROI: 0.54%
41 Fox Falls Ln Highlands, NC If you're a wine lover - enjoy your favorite beverage while sitting around the fire-pit on...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| N/A	$1,500,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.07% Traditional cash on cash: 0.03% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $1982 Airbnb ROI: 0.07% Traditional ROI: 0.03%
400 Cole Mountain Cir Highlands, NC Price reduction! Beautiful 2018 build with 2x6 construction, foam insulation, and encapsul...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$555,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.13% Traditional cash on cash: 2.62% Airbnb Rental Income: $3068 Traditional Rental Income: $2104 Airbnb ROI: 3.13% Traditional ROI: 2.62%
261 Rock Face Trail lot: 10C Highlands, NC Priced BELOW tax value = instant equity opportunity you don't want to miss. Why buy one wh...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$999,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.62% Traditional cash on cash: -0.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $2096 Traditional Rental Income: $1760 Airbnb ROI: -0.62% Traditional ROI: -0.4%
80 Bartram Cove Ln Highlands, NC This turn-key home has a thoughtful, curated open floor plan that maximizes the space and ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$654,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.49% Traditional cash on cash: 0.93% Airbnb Rental Income: $2096 Traditional Rental Income: $1828 Airbnb ROI: 0.49% Traditional ROI: 0.93%
656 Big Bear Pen Road lot: 94 Highlands, NC Nestled on the slopes of Big Bear Pen Mountain and just a stone's throw from the bustling ...	4 beds \| 6 baths \| N/A	$2,990,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.41% Traditional cash on cash: 0.95% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $5822 Airbnb ROI: -0.41% Traditional ROI: 0.95%
654 Brush Creek Dr Highlands, NC Nestled in the serene beauty of Highlands, North Carolina, 654 Brush Creek Drive offers a ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$579,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.51% Traditional cash on cash: 2.64% Airbnb Rental Income: $2096 Traditional Rental Income: $2173 Airbnb ROI: 1.51% Traditional ROI: 2.64%
133 Fairway Villas Drive #133 Highlands, NC This beautifully updated condominium in Highlands, North Carolina, combines contemporary d...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$1,490,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.21% Traditional cash on cash: -0.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $2096 Traditional Rental Income: $1392 Airbnb ROI: -0.21% Traditional ROI: -0.33%
92 Hicks Rd Highlands, NC Charming and beautifully updated, this delightful cottage at 92 Hicks Road offers the perf...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$749,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.82% Traditional cash on cash: 0.47% Airbnb Rental Income: $2096 Traditional Rental Income: $1315 Airbnb ROI: 0.82% Traditional ROI: 0.47%
764 Hardscrabble Ridge Rd Highlands, NC Welcome to 764 Hardscrabble Ridge Road -tucked into one of Highlands' most prestigious nei...	4 beds \| 5 baths \| N/A	$5,750,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.94% Traditional cash on cash: -0.17% Airbnb Rental Income: $2670 Traditional Rental Income: $6150 Airbnb ROI: -0.94% Traditional ROI: -0.17%
84 Clubhouse Trl #108 Highlands, NC Enjoy easy mountain living just minutes from the heart of Highlands, NC. This beautifully ...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| N/A	$465,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.53% Traditional cash on cash: 0.94% Airbnb Rental Income: $2096 Traditional Rental Income: $1301 Airbnb ROI: 1.53% Traditional ROI: 0.94%

Real Estate investment in Highlands, NC

There are 341 properties for sale in the city of Highlands . The median list price in Highlands is $1,888,196 and the average price per square foot is $822. In July 2026, the average monthly cash on cash return in Highlands is 1.00%. The average monthly rental income in Highlands is $2,266.

Highlands, NC Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 341 investment properties available for sale in Highlands.

In 2026, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Highlands.

The ROI for Short-Term is higher than the Long-Term in Highlands with average rental income of $2,670.

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Investment Property for Sale in Highlands, NC

54 Deer Run

Highlands, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | N/A

$1,495,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.35%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.78%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3068

Traditional Rental Income: $2965

Airbnb ROI: 0.35%

Traditional ROI: 0.78%

120 Split Rail Row

Highlands, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | N/A

$3,597,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.51%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.11%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3068

Traditional Rental Income: $3686

Airbnb ROI: -0.51%

Traditional ROI: -0.11%

321 Nall Farm Rd

Highlands, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | N/A

$1,000,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.36%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.31%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2096

Traditional Rental Income: $1603

Airbnb ROI: -0.36%

Traditional ROI: -0.31%

69 Holt Cottage Ln

Highlands, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | N/A

$924,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.16%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.42%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2096

Traditional Rental Income: $1782

Airbnb ROI: 0.16%

Traditional ROI: 0.42%

142 Edwards Creek Rd

Highlands, NC

2 beds | 2 baths | N/A

$849,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.6%

Traditional cash on cash: 1.57%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2096

Traditional Rental Income: $2327

Airbnb ROI: 0.6%

Traditional ROI: 1.57%

1616 N 4th St

Highlands, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | N/A

$4,695,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.61%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.21%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3068

Traditional Rental Income: $5906

Airbnb ROI: -0.61%

Traditional ROI: 0.21%

49 Blackberry Ln

Highlands, NC

3 beds | 3 baths | N/A

$1,675,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.37%

Traditional cash on cash: -0.24%

Airbnb Rental Income: $3068

Traditional Rental Income: $2575

Airbnb ROI: -0.37%

Traditional ROI: -0.24%

328 Webbmont Rd

Highlands, NC

4 beds | 3 baths | N/A

$1,150,000

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.02%

Traditional cash on cash: 0.98%

Airbnb Rental Income: $2670

Traditional Rental Income: $3107

Airbnb ROI: -0.02%