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3 beds
288-292 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.92 acresLot Size
1953Year Built
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This lovingly and completely renovated mid-century modern home rocks with style and authenticity and includes three separate living or rental opportunities. This home was lived in year round for 67 years. On the same property are a one-bedroom rental apartment over a two-car garage and 800 square feet of commercial space. Live in the house and rent out the others, rent all three or use all three! It is zoned B-4, light commercial. The house is all on one level with lots of natural wood (pine, oak...This lovingly and completely renovated mid-century modern home rocks with style and authenticity and includes three separate living or rental opportunities. This home was lived in year round for 67 years. On the same property are a one-bedroom rental apartment over a two-car garage and 800 square feet of commercial space. Live in the house and rent out the others, rent all three or use all three! It is zoned B-4, light commercial. The house is all on one level with lots of natural wood (pine, oak and hemlock). Two large master suites and a smaller "bunk" room, each have their own bath. Walk to town or cross the street to take classes or attend exhibits at the Bascom. You'll love the newly decorated kitchen with "Big Chill" appliances. The 1950's furniture can be purchased, too. New plumbing, HVAC, landscaping and much more! Must see to appreciate this novel approach of combining present day upgrades with the charm of a simpler time. Take a stroll downtown to enjoy Highlands' interesting shops and restaurants, walk up Sunset mountain, or meander over to Pine Street Park for some music. Breathe in the peace of this natural mountain paradise.
  • Listed by: Betty Holt 828.526.4218 realtorbetty@frontier.com Brokerage DRE #C18342 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Listing closed: 04/14/2021 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 95723

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Location

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Property Information for 288-292 Franklin Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,465 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Has View: No
  • View: Trees/Woods
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Lot Size: 0.92 AC / 40,075 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From the center of town head towards Franklin. After the red light at the intersection of 64 and 106, it is the 6th driveway on the left, right after the Art Glass place and before the Bascom covered bridge on the right. Frontage on highway 64.
  • Latitude: 35.055983
  • Longitude: -83.205683
  • MLS Area Major: Highlands In-Town
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 7540117976
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,465.23
  • Tax Year: 2020
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Detached, Garage, Paved
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Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Cleared, Rolling Slope, Wooded, City Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.92
  • Lot Size Area: 0.92
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 40075.2
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1953
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Residence
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: One
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Stories: 1
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Partial, Concrete, Bath/Stubbed
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Heat Pump
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room, Masonry, Wood Burning
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Interior Features: Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
  • Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 2
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 3
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 4
  • Type: Den
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 5
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 7
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 288-292 Franklin Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 14, 2021

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #95723

$808,000—
Mar 29, 2021

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #95723

—
Mar 10, 2021

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #95723

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/14/2021

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #95723

$808,000
03/29/2021

Under Contract-No Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #95723

—
03/10/2021

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #95723

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Schools near 288-292 Franklin Road

This home is within Macon County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 12
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Highlands School
PublicK to 12

Mountain View Intermediate School
Public5 to 6

Macon Middle School
Public7 to 8

Franklin High
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 288-292 Franklin Road, Highlands, NC 28741
$808,000
3
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40,075
$808,000
3
3
2,742
41,382
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2
2
2,884
26,136
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3
2.5
1,276
20,038
$300,000
3
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26,136
$300,000
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8,712

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