
$649,000 $284/sqft
70 Moor Lane
Brevard, NC 28712
3 bd · 2 ba · 2,288 sqft · 1.1 ac · 1997 · 2 yr ago
Highland Forest feels like a true mountain enclave south of Brevard, where the setting does most of the talking.
Community overview based on MLS listing data for Highland Forest, Brevard
Highland Forest feels like a true mountain enclave south of Brevard, where the setting does most of the talking. Long-range views are the signature here: Blue Ridge ridgelines, the French Broad River Valley, and layered mountain horizons appear again and again from decks, great rooms, and even lower levels. Homes sit on generous lots, and the overall rhythm is one of privacy, elevation, and big-sky scenery.
"This is a place where the view becomes part of daily living."
The neighborhood is made up primarily of single-family homes, with a mix of older early-1990s properties and newer construction that stretches into 2024. Many homes feature open layouts, vaulted or cathedral ceilings, stone or wood-burning fireplaces, hardwood floors, and broad decks designed to take in the landscape. You will also see practical mountain-living details such as main-level garages, lower-level family rooms, workshops, and backup generators. Lot sizes tend to be substantial, often giving homes a more tucked-away feel with wooded surroundings and room to spread out. The architecture leans Craftsman, farmhouse, and mountain contemporary, with many homes blending warm wood finishes and natural textures.
Highland Forest does not read like a place built around a long list of shared amenities; instead, its appeal comes from the homes themselves, the land, and the access to outdoor recreation nearby. Several properties highlight decks on multiple levels, covered porches, fire pits, and easy indoor-outdoor flow. The surrounding area adds to that lifestyle, with hiking, biking, fishing, waterfalls, and mountain parks close at hand. Gorges State Park is specifically noted, and nearby references to Dupont State Park and Jocassee Gorges Wilderness Area reinforce the community’s outdoor setting.
"Mountain living here is defined by big views, generous lots, and easy access to the outdoors."
Highland Forest sits south of Brevard in the Rosman area, with public remarks pointing to about 15 to 20 minutes to downtown Brevard and roughly 16 minutes from Brevard on one listing. Downtown Rosman is also mentioned as being minutes away, and Asheville Airport is noted at about 45 minutes while Greenville Airport is about 50 minutes. Nearby destinations include Gorges State Park, Dupont State Park, Jocassee Gorges Wilderness Area, the French Broad River Valley, and the Blue Ridge Parkway views referenced from the homes. The community is associated with Rosman schools at the elementary, middle, and high school levels, making school routing straightforward for local buyers who want a mountain setting without giving up a clear connection to town services.
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24 recently sold in Highland Forest, Brevard
| Property | Sold | Sold Price | Days on Market | Size | Sold to Ask | Sold $/SF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| | Feb 5 2026 | $575,000 | 162 | 1,990 sq ft | 96.0% | $289 |
| | Mar 1 2023 | $650,000 | 152 | 2,288 sq ft | 93.0% | $284 |
| | Jun 29 2022 | $619,000 | 43 | 2,122 sq ft | 100.0% | $292 |
| | Dec 20 2021 | $545,000 | 38 | 2,061 sq ft | 103.9% | $264 |
| | Oct 8 2021 | $410,000 | 59 | 1,562 sq ft | 102.5% | $262 |
| | Oct 7 2021 | $280,000 | 101 | 1,344 sq ft | 93.6% | $208 |
| | Feb 19 2021 | $50,000 | 282 | — | 76.9% | — |
| | Nov 20 2020 | $405,000 | 109 | 2,376 sq ft | 88.2% | $170 |
| | Oct 12 2020 | $333,600 | 484 | 1,885 sq ft | 102.6% | $177 |
| | Feb 28 2020 | $255,000 | 315 | 2,288 sq ft | 85.3% | $111 |
| | Oct 15 2019 | $418,000 | 1270 | 3,300 sq ft | 89.1% | $127 |
| | Sep 13 2019 | $245,000 | 423 | 2,360 sq ft | 98.0% | $104 |
| | Aug 14 2019 | $60,000 | 729 | — | 87.0% | — |
| | Jul 19 2019 | $350,000 | 78 | 1,600 sq ft | 94.9% | $219 |
| | Feb 15 2019 | $217,400 | 78 | 1,344 sq ft | 96.7% | $162 |
| | Jan 18 2019 | $340,000 | 249 | 2,024 sq ft | 98.6% | $168 |
| | Jun 7 2017 | $315,000 | 440 | 2,122 sq ft | 92.9% | $148 |
| | Aug 11 2015 | $225,000 | 99 | 2,196 sq ft | 97.8% | $102 |
| | Jul 29 2015 | $249,000 | 281 | 2,268 sq ft | 100.0% | $110 |
| | May 14 2015 | $205,000 | 644 | 1,401 sq ft | 95.4% | $146 |
| | Sep 17 2014 | $135,000 | 162 | 2,216 sq ft | 84.4% | $61 |
| | Jul 21 2014 | $227,500 | 637 | 2,241 sq ft | 91.4% | $102 |
| | Dec 7 2012 | $246,000 | 995 | 2,400 sq ft | 61.7% | $103 |
| | Jun 27 2012 | $215,000 | 1318 | 2,175 sq ft | 93.9% | $99 |
Closed sales from MLS history for Highland Forest, Brevard
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