542 Franklin Road

Closed 1/10/19
Closed 1/10/19
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$408,000
3 beds
542 Franklin Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.93 acresLot Size
1900Year Built

Description

This adorable home is just what everyone is seeking. Old Highlands charm - in town location - 3 bedroom suites plus a family room and a bunk area. The exterior is beautifully maintained and has wood shakes and an amazing stone faced foundation. The living room has wood ceilings and walls plus a wonderful stone fireplace with lovely glass front built-in cabinets on either side The master bedroom also boasts a fireplace. The dining room is large - plenty of room for the entire family at those holiday...This adorable home is just what everyone is seeking. Old Highlands charm - in town location - 3 bedroom suites plus a family room and a bunk area. The exterior is beautifully maintained and has wood shakes and an amazing stone faced foundation. The living room has wood ceilings and walls plus a wonderful stone fireplace with lovely glass front built-in cabinets on either side The master bedroom also boasts a fireplace. The dining room is large - plenty of room for the entire family at those holiday gatherings and has a wet bar. The kitchen could benefit from some updating, but it a great size with entry to both the dining room and living room. There is a perfect parking pad next to the home where it would be easy to cover with a carport.
  • Listed by: Judith Michaud 828.371.0730 judy@bhhsmmr.com Brokerage DRE #C18342 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
  • Listed by: Mitzi Rauers 828.526.1717 mitzi@bhhsmmr.com Brokerage DRE #C18342 • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Meadows Mountain Realty
Listing closed: 01/10/2019 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 89826

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Property Information for 542 Franklin Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $2,151 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Macon County
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lot Size: 0.93 AC / 40,510 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Highway 64 West towards Franklin. 542 will be on the left and is directly across from Raoul Road. Bear left and follow the drive to the home on the left. It has a row of hemlocks in front and the home is brown
  • Latitude: 35.058223
  • Longitude: -83.20726
  • MLS Area Major: Highlands In-Town
Taxes and HOA
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 7540123729
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,151.12
  • Tax Year: 2018
Parking
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Paved
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level, City Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.93
  • Lot Size Area: 0.93
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 40510.8
  • 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: 1900
Building Features
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Construction Materials: Stone, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • Roof: Shingle
Utilities
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Partial, Concrete
  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Has Cooling: No
  • Heating: Electric
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Has Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone, Master Bedroom
  • Interior Features: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Tray Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island
Room Information
Room 1
  • Type: Master Bedroom
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 2
  • Type: Family Room
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 3
  • Type: Dining Room
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 4
  • Type: Bedroom 2
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 5
  • Type: Living Room
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 6
  • Type: Bedroom 3
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 7
  • Level: Lower
  • Area Units: Square Feet
Room 8
  • Type: Kitchen
  • Level: Main
  • Area Units: Square Feet

Property History for 542 Franklin Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 10, 2019

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #89826

$408,000—
Jan 4, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1308054278

$408,000—
Dec 3, 2018

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #89826

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/10/2019

Closed

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #89826

$408,000
01/04/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1308054278

$408,000
12/03/2018

Under Contract-Show

Highlands-Cashiers BOR #89826

—

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Public Records for 542 Franklin Road

Taxable ValueLand$223,900Additions$429,770Total$653,670
Tax Record2025$2,678 ($223 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,901 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,934 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt967 SqFtStories1Lot Size40,511 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1990ZoningHR1CountyMACONAPN7540123729

Schools near 542 Franklin Road

This home is within Macon County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Highlands School
Public - K to 12
Mountain View Intermediate School
Public - 5 to 6
Macon Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Franklin High
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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