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Situated in one of the most coveted commercial corridors in the heart of Highlands, this prime retail offering presents a rare opportunity to acquire over 3,000 square feet of highly visible shop space just steps from Main Street. Positioned amid the town’s most vibrant boutiques, restaurants, and foot traffic, the location benefits from exceptional walkability and enduring demand. The property is currently home to the beloved Highland Hatter, a long-standing and well-recognized business whose existing lease adds immediate income stability and enhanced investment value. This established tenancy underscores the strength of the location while offering an investor the appeal of a proven retail environment in one of Western North Carolina’s most prestigious mountain towns. Whether held as a long-term income property or envisioned as a cornerstone asset within a curated commercial portfolio, this offering combines location, scale, and legacy. Schedule a tour today to see this exceptional real estate investment in the heart of Highlands.

221 N 4th St, Highlands

$2,530,000

1003004 MLS

Comp Sale Only. Wonderful retail location in the heart of downtown Highlands. Building is a stand alone, detached, storefront with additional parking on 3 sides of building. Not only is this large, spacious open space an ideal location for a retail store, there is also a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom apartment upstairs complete with kitchen, living and dining spaces.

207 N 4th St, Highlands

$235,000

1 Baths ⋅ 1002595 MLS

This 60’ x 26’ commercial storage condominium at The Freeman Center, conveniently located just off Dillard Road and only minutes from downtown Highlands, presents a versatile opportunity for a wide range of commercial or specialty uses. Previously utilized as office space as well as vehicle and equipment storage, the flexible 1,560+/- square foot layout is designed to accommodate diverse operational needs. The unit features a large roll-up garage door for seamless access, complemented by a standard pedestrian entry. Durable concrete flooring ensures low-maintenance functionality, while a half bath, office and two additional storage areas enhance practicality and convenience. Owners at The Freeman Center benefit from a shared well and septic system, with the septic system newly replaced in 2025. This is a rare opportunity to secure a functional, well-located commercial space near Highlands offering exceptional utility and adaptability. HOA fees are $200/month.

19 Cabe Pl Unit 13, Highlands

$1,075,000

1001708 MLS

Prime commercial opportunity on Main Street in the popular town of Highlands, North Carolina. Rarely does commercial property become available in Travel and Leisure's "Most Popular Mountain Town." Located in popular Wright Square, the main level has a successful restaurant, and the upstairs has a three-bedroom apartment. Both have strong leases. Great opportunity to own a piece of magical Highlands!!

137 Main St, Highlands

$1,841,910

3 Baths ⋅ 1001664 MLS

Superior investment opportunity in downtown Highlands, Completely reimagined and rebuilt in 2020, 210 N. 5th Street anchors the Highlands Village Square shopping area and enjoys high visibility. Just one block from Main Street and adjacent to Kelsey Hutchinson Park, it is an excellent location for foot traffic, especially during park events. There is a commercial space on the main level perfect for business or professional offices, retail or light food service. It is fully ADA compliant. There is currently a lease in place as a Real Estate office. There are a few private/reserved parking spaces and ample street parking. The upstairs unit is a luxury two bedroom (one king, one queen), two full bath apartment. The open living space includes a full kitchen, large sitting area with fireplace and covered front porch overlooking the lawn and 5th Street. It is offered beautifully furnished right down to the silverware and linens. It is a fully legal short term rental with rental history available upon request. It would also be perfect as a long term rental orowner occupied.

210 5th St, Highlands

$1,075,000

2 Baths ⋅ 1001317 MLS

Prime commercial opportunity on Main Street in the popular town of Highlands, North Carolina. Rarely does commercial property become available in Travel and Leisure's "Most Popular Mountain Town." Two updated retail shops on the lower level have long term leases. The upper level can easily be rented as several offices or converted to an apartment with tremendous long-term rental income.

173 Main St, Highlands

$1,055,000

4 Baths ⋅ 1000203 MLS

In the heart of downtown Highlands , sandwiched between Oak Street (with easy pedestrian access to Main Street) and Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park, and formerly the site of the much-loved Shakespeare & Co. Booksellers, conjoined buildings offer generous retail space at street level. The main rooms are lit by handsome doors and large windows fronting onto bustling, charming, Highlands Village Square, packed with diners at outside tables and concert-goers from the park. A fully enclosed side porch overlooks the greenery of Founders Park. Upstairs (accessible from both inside the retail space as well as a private, outside staircase) a two-bedroom, two-bath apartment provides a spacious pied-a-terre steps from shops, restaurants, bars and all the activities Highlands offers year round.

204 N 5th St, Highlands

$2,700,000

4 Baths ⋅ 103221 MLS

LOCATION! This Highlands landmark is one of the last great, walk-to-town parcels. Zoned B-4 (light commercial) and sits on .92 acre. Renovate or start over- anything can be duplicated- EXCEPT the location. The first time on the market and being offered AS-IS. The main level has wood floors and is paneled with clear Chestnut as the home was built just as the Chestnut blight came through town. The main level has a small kitchenette, storage, full bath and 4 rooms (The former living area is partitioned to allow for the reception area.) The attic is floored in, runs the entire length of the house and has great storage. This is a property full of memories for many local people. In the 1920s, this property was a 9-hole golf course as part of the Hall House property. Built in 1931 with chestnut paneling on the main level, this property has been a personal residence, home occupation, B&B, and is now zoned B-4. This property has been in the same family since the town was incorporated, and once took up the whole block. This is the only parcel left and contains .92 ac+/-. The home of Margaret and Tudor Hall and their extended family lived here from 1931 until the early 1990s when The Chambers Agency moved their real estate and vacation rentals office. Tudor and Margaret had a real estate office in town and were charter members of the Highlands Board of Realtors in 1956. In the mid-1990s, the garage was renovated into a one-bedroom/one-bath apartment and has been partially renovated. Prior to 1992, Mrs. Hall ran a boutique B&B, The Hall House, and the rooms upstairs that had been her children's bedrooms became weekend spots for tourists, and later became real estate offices for The Chambers Agency. In 2013, the four upper-level rooms were converted into two one-bedroom/one-bath apartments for workforce housing.

401 N Fifth St, Highlands

$200,000

2 Baths ⋅ 103441 MLS

BUSINESS ONLY at El Azteca Rainforest Bar n Grill Mexican Restaurant. This Mexican restaurant and bar has 108 seats, with ample parking and an outdoor patio has operated in a prime location in Highlands for 15 years. Great for intimate dinners, quick lunches and private events.

70 Highlands Plz, Highlands

$1,390,000

3 Baths ⋅ 101034 MLS

This expansive, two-story retail and office space is situated directly on the bustling Main Street in Highlands, NC. The street level boasts a spacious business area with numerous offices, a dedicated conference room, and both front and back entries. Its prime location in one of the most sought-after retail areas in Highlands is enhanced by its large window frontage, perfect for showcasing your business. With ample parking available in both the front and back of the building, residents and retail/office visitors will find it convenient to park. Upstairs, you'll discover two modern apartments, one with two bedrooms and one bathroom - completely furnished, and the other with one bedroom and one bathroom. This combination of retail and residential space is the perfect opportunity for those looking to start their own business and live in charming Highlands. Don't miss your chance to make your business dreams a reality in this remarkable location.

171 Main St, Highlands

$1,180,000

2 Baths ⋅ 104289 MLS

Located on Main Street in Highlands, this spacious, two-story, retail/office space features large, ground floor retail/office space and a one bedroom apartment up interior stairs. Street level features large business space with multiple offices, dedicated conference room, front & rear entries, and great window frontage in one of the most desirable retail areas in Highlands. Plenty of parking front and back of building for residents and retail/office. Along with the updated, 1/1 apartment on the second level there is also an originally unfinished, large space which would make a great apartment/suite. Fabulous display windows fronting on Main Street assure unparalleled visibility to all.

141 Main St, Highlands

$1,575,000

102002 MLS

Not many vacant parcels available in downtown Highlands and this one is over an acre. The Greenway Trail and Mill Creek run behind the parcel. This parcel as well as the surrounding area has great development potential. Office space, retail, boutique hotel, parking garage or all of the above. Just one block off Main Street and walking distance to upscale shopping, lodging and restaurants.

299 Oak St, Highlands

$1,575,000

102010 MLS

1.12 acres located at the intersection of oak, 3rd, and Maple streets is the blank slate commercial property that can be a dream project. B-3 zoning. water and city services in place. a do not miss for your next venture!

299 Oak St, Highlands

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Commercial (Property Type) in Highlands, NC

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Highlands

Commercial (Property Type)

inventory

Active Listings

345

Sold (Past 6 Mo.)

153

Under Contract

pricing

Avg. List Price

$1,746,199

$2,400,000

Cost / Sq. Ft.

$592

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typical home

Living Area

2,650 ft²

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Avg. Beds

3.2

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Avg. Baths

3.6

2.5

Days on Market

214

577

Commercial (Property Type) in Highlands: Market Data

Data as of October 21, 2026 (MLS snapshot; listings below update live)

Jon Tharp Homes' review of MLS data as of October 21, 2026 shows 2 active listings for Highlands commercial (property type). Listings like these do not come up often in Highlands. These listings made up about 1% of the 345 active listings in Highlands, across every property type. Over the past six months, 1 listing in this search sold. With so few listings, setting up a listing alert is the easiest way to learn of the next one.

Commercial (Property Type) in Highlands, NC, October 21, 2026
Measure	Value
Active listings	2
All active listings in Highlands, every property type	345
Sold, past six months	1

Commercial (Property Type) in other cities

Buncombe County: 185 active, median $1,290,000
Asheville: 118 active, median $1,200,000
Haywood County: 75 active, median $649,000
Henderson County: 71 active, median $1,250,000
Macon County: 60 active, median $607,450

Market questions

How many Highlands commercial (property type) are for sale?

There were 2 Highlands commercial (property type) for sale as of October 21, 2026, based on Jon Tharp Homes' review of MLS data.

How do Highlands commercial (property type) compare with other cities?

As of October 21, 2026, there were 2 Highlands commercial (property type) for sale. In the same search, Buncombe County had 185 commercial (property type) for sale at a median list price of $1,290,000, Asheville had 118 commercial (property type) for sale at a median list price of $1,200,000 and Haywood County had 75 commercial (property type) for sale at a median list price of $649,000.

How many Highlands commercial (property type) sold in the past six months?

There was 1 sale of Highlands commercial (property type) in the six months before October 21, 2026.

How do Highlands commercial (property type) compare with all active listings in Highlands?

As of October 21, 2026, there were 2 Highlands commercial (property type) for sale, out of 345 active listings in Highlands across every property type.

Listing data courtesy of Carolina Multiple Listing Services, Inc.

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