# 261 Rock Face Trail, Highlands, NC 28741

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/2ba single family, $999,000 ($977/sqft), built 2023, 1,022 sqft.
> A/C. Est. $7,929/mo. Listed 31 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $999,000 |
| Price/sqft | $977 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2 full |
| Square Feet | 1,022 |
| Year Built | 2023 |
| Lot Size | 23,087 sqft (0.53 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | For Sale |
| Days on Market | 31 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Mortgage (20% down, 6.5%) | $4,329 |
| HOA | $3,600 |
| **Total** | **$7,929** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Unspecified
- **Middle:** Unspecified
- **High:** Unspecified

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 2023
- 0.53 acre lot
- 2 stories

## Description

### Agent Description
Priced BELOW tax value = instant equity opportunity you don't want to miss. Why buy one when you can get two units for the price of one? Welcome to a Jeffrey Dungan Low Country XL-designed mountain Tiny cottage where views of Whiteside Mountain don't get any better. This is the kind of setting people chase in the mountains-and rarely find paired with this level of design and versatility. Located in the Gated Community of The Preserve at Whiteside Cliffs. The upper level lives like a modern designer home, featuring Summit appliances, quartz countertops, Delta fixtures, and 7" oak hardwood flooring. Soaring cathedral ceilings and 270 degrees panoramic views flood the space with natural light through expansive Ply Gem energy-efficient windows and French doors. Both bedrooms accommodates a king bed, includes full-height closet storage, and a built-in desk. Plus, enjoy your private deck just outside your Main floor Bedroom. Downstairs offers a fully functional second living space with its own living area, kitchenette, bedroom, and walk-in shower-making this a true dual-unit setup ideal for guests, rental income, or multi-generational living. With its own covered deck with views that don't disappoint. Stay comfortable year-round with dual Mitsubishi mini-splits (one per level). Outdoor living is where this property really shines and expands your Tiny Home living space: ~ Over 500 sq ft of upper-level decking to soak in those unmatched Whiteside Mountain views ~ Private deck off the primary bedroom ~ Covered lower-level deck with ceiling fans for relaxed, all-season use Additional features include: ~ Premium Board and Batten Cedar siding ~ Shiplap Interior Walls ~ Built-in breakfast bar dining ~ Combo washer/dryer ~ Two dry storage areas ~ Energy-efficient construction throughout ~ Sleeps 4+ comfortably This is more than a mountain getaway-it's a smart investment priced under tax value with built-in upside from day one. Whether you're looking for a mountain escape, short-term rental potential, or multi-generational living, this property checks every box. If you've been waiting for a property where the view truly delivers-this is it. Opportunities like this-priced under tax value with dual living spaces-don't sit long. Call and visit the Black Panther TODAY!

## Location

- **Address:** 261 Rock Face Trail, Highlands, NC 28741
- **County:** Jackson
- **Neighborhood:** The Preserve at Whiteside Cliffs
- **Coordinates:** 35.054649, -83.125826
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=35.054649,-83.125826

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Allison MacDowell
- **Brokerage:** Keller Williams Great Smokies
- **Phone:** 7049960957
- **Email:** mountainhomesteam@kw.com

## Primary Photo

![261 Rock Face Trail - Primary Photo](http://lh.rdcpix.com/f6733f8bef6ddff4c7670a87069392d2l-f75617022r.jpg)

*40 total photos available on [listing page](https://www.propertysimple.com/listing/261-rock-face-trail-highlands-nc-28741-4376026)*

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**MLS#:** 4376026 | **Updated:** 2026-06-17
**Source:** listhub

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