Macon County property record for 144 Picklesimer Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 1 ba · 956 sqft · built 1975 |
| Lot Size | 0.54 acres (23,522 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Last Sale | $550,000 (Jan 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $2,624 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jan 2021 Sale & Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 7449175917 |
| Primary APN | 7449175917 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
|
| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Total Rooms | 4 Rooms |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 956 sqft Heated Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 956 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1975 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1995 |
| Architectural Style | Conventional |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Foundation Type | Crossed Walls |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Composition Shingle |
| Lot Area | 23,522 sqft (0.54 acres) |
| Terrain | Rolling |
| Porch | Patio |
| Deck Area | 343 sqft |
| Patio Area | 72 sqft |
| Heating System | Baseboard |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Electric |
| Sewer | Septic |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 148725 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 144 PICKLESIMER RD |
| City | HIGHLANDS |
| State | NC |
| Zip | 28741 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | HR1 |
| Legal Description | HWY 28 |
| Legal Subdivision | OWEN M ROBERTS III |
| Legal Tract | 2 |
| Jurisdiction | MACON NC |
| Township / Civil Division | HIGHLANDS |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2007 |
| Census Tract | 970502 |
Source: Macon County records, as of October 6, 2026
Owner names and exact recorded amounts shown locked on this page are available instantly with a free trial.
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 1296 9TH ST NW, HICKORY, NC 28601-2418 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jan 15, 2021 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Jan 15, 2021 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Mar 20, 2007 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 2021428 |
| Deed Book / Page | 40 / 825 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Mar 19, 2007 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0000001217 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MACON NC |
| Recording Date | Jan 15, 2021 |
| Property Address | 144 PICKLESIMER RD, HIGHLANDS, NC 28741 |
| Document Number | 000O40/825 |
| Book / Page | O-40 / 825 |
| Map Reference | CARD 3842 |
| Instrument Date | Jan 15, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021000428 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 23, 2022 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $1,100.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded by County |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 1296 9TH ST NW, HICKORY, NC 28601-2418 |
| Document Number | 2021000429 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jan 15, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021000429 |
| Name | WELLS FARGO BANK NA |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Feb 1, 2051 |
Source: Macon County assessment roll, as of October 6, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Macon County |
| Municipality | Highlands Town |
| Unified School District | Macon County Schools (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,624.00 (+9.74%) | $580,390 (-) Land $216,870 Building $363,520 | $580,390 (-) Land $216,870 Building $363,520 |
| 2025 | $2,391.00 (+0.5%) | ||
| 2023 | $2,379.00 | $580,390 Land $216,870 Building $363,520 | $580,390 Land $216,870 Building $363,520 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective November 8, 2018 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 9 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 40% of the US · above 58% of North Carolina |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.06% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within ember reach |
| Adjoins Burnable Land | Yes |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | TOWN OF HIGHLANDS serves 6,614 people · EPA ID NC0157015 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | May 2025 |
| Lead | 4 ppb (2023–2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | Haloacetic acids resolved · Jan 2023 |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | Lead service line inventory Oct 2024 |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 1 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 79 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Hotwire Communications Fiber | 2,500 / 2,500 |
| Vyve Broadband Cable | 1,000 / 50 |
May also be available: Frontier.
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures