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181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741 — Sold $590,000 by Judith Michaud
181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741
Another pre-probate listing closed by Judith Michaud in Macon County, NC. Good work.
181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741
Final sold price
SOLD$590,000
What sold at 181 Cherokee Dr, and for how much?
181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741 sold for $590,000 on September 1, 2026. The listing was handled by Judith Michaud of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty. The property is a residential, 3 bed, 2 bath, 1,286 sq ft, built in 1986. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Macon County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $590,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 3 bed · 2 bath |
| Building area | 1,286 sq ft |
| Year built | 1986 |
| County | Macon County, NC |
| Listing agent | Judith Michaud, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty |
| APN | 7449165778 |
| MLS # | 1002152 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Macon County, North Carolina from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands NC 28741
Property profile
- Address
- 181 Cherokee Dr
- City / state / ZIP
- Highlands, NC, 28741
- County
- Macon County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 3 bed · 2 bath
- Year built
- 1986
- APN
- 7449165778
Mailing address
Po Box 58, Highlands, NC 28741
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 05/23/2020
- Assessed value
- $303,680
- MLS #
- 1002152
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$459Calculated from a 1,286 sq ft building and $590,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value194%Sold price was 194% of the $303,680 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale2,292Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio6%Building footprint covers about 6% of the 21,780 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Judith Michaud of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty listed 181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands NC 28741 in Macon County, North Carolina on behalf of the successors, and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty represented Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty on the buy side. They got an inherited property through pre-probate to a clean close. The home closed at $590,000. Smooth pre-probate closes come from preparation. LeadCruncher gives you the data to be ready for the next family that needs help.
- Judith Michaud, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
- Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741 sell for?
181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741 sold for $590,000 on 09/01/2026.
When did 181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741 sell?
The transfer of 181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741 was recorded on in Macon County, NC.
Who sold 181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741?
181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741 was listed by Judith Michaud, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.
Who represented the buyer of 181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741?
The buyer of 181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741 was represented by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty.
What kind of property is 181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741?
181 Cherokee Dr, Highlands, NC 28741 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 3 bed · 2 bath. It was built in 1986.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Highlands?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Macon County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by NC and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Macon County, North Carolina from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Independent sources for anything on this page. The Macon County, North Carolina recorder is the system of record for the deed; the links below explain the pre-probate process around it.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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