7390 Wayah Road

Closed 5/31/22

Sold

Last Sold Price

$470,000

2 beds3 baths

7390 Wayah Rd, Franklin, NC 28734

Single FamilyProperty Type

1.53 acresLot Size

1990Year Built

1 carParking Spaces

Description

Attention Outdoor Enthusiasts! This authentic hand-hewn log home is located within minutes to numerous hiking trails leading to never ending views, historic fire towers and wildlife galore. Sitting at over 3000 elev. ,this is the perfect getaway for mountain adventures. The newly updated kitchen includes granite tops, SS appliances & custom cabinetry. The living area is open concept with vaulted ceilings and a top of the line wood stove to curl up next to on those cool evenings. Heart pine floors...Attention Outdoor Enthusiasts! This authentic hand-hewn log home is located within minutes to numerous hiking trails leading to never ending views, historic fire towers and wildlife galore. Sitting at over 3000 elev. ,this is the perfect getaway for mountain adventures. The newly updated kitchen includes granite tops, SS appliances & custom cabinetry. The living area is open concept with vaulted ceilings and a top of the line wood stove to curl up next to on those cool evenings. Heart pine floors throughout. Master and guest bath located on main level. The second floor includes loft area which is perfect for an office or playroom, along with a bonus room currently used for sleeping, and bath. Lowest level includes an additional living area with wood stove, kitchen, bedroom & bath. Perfect for teens, in/laws or additional income. Lower level has inside entrance as well as private outside entrance. Don't forget the huge covered front porch to listen to nature and large Wayah Creek waterfall located just across the street. Drive approx 5 miles through the forest to town for quaint shopping, festivals, antiques, local breweries. Ask your agent for list of numerous additional features!

Listed by: Diane Dillard 828.349.4600 Remax@Morrisbb.Net • RE/MAX ELITE REALTY

Listing closed: 05/31/2022 12:00 AM • Source: Highlands-Cashiers BOR, MLS#: 98664

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Principal and Interest

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Property Information for 7390 Wayah Road

Property Details

Taxes: $985 / year
MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
County: Macon County
Architectural Style: Log Home
Furnished: Partially
Has View: Yes
View: Trees/Woods

Building Information

Year Built: 1990
Lot Size: 1.53 AC / 66,646 SF

Summary

Location and General Information

Directions: From Franklin, take 64 West to right on Old Murphy Rd. Take left on Wayah Rd. Follow approx. 5 miles to 7390 Wayah Rd on left. House named Bantem Bend.
Latitude: 35.157228

Longitude: -83.568764
MLS Area Major: Franklin

Taxes and HOA

Association: No
Parcel Number: 6534439508

Tax Annual Amount: $984.67
Tax Lot: NA
Tax Year: 2021

Parking

Attached Garage: Yes
Carport: No

Covered Spaces: 1.0
Garage Spaces: 1.0
Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Gravel

Property

Lot Information

Lot Features: Sloped, Steep Slope, Wooded
Lot Size Acres: 1.53

Lot Size Area: 1.53
Lot Size Square Feet: 66646.8
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: 1990

Building Features

Construction Materials: Log
Roof: Shingle

Farm Information

Other Equipment: Satellite Dish

Financial Information

Current Financing: Conventional

Utilities

Electric: Generator
Sewer: Private Sewer

Water Source: Private, Well

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features

Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Porch

Interior Features

Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Basement: Exterior Entry, Full, Finished, Interior Entry

Has Basement: Yes
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedrooms: 2
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Cooling: No
Heating: Baseboard, Wood, Natural Gas
Has Heating: Yes
Has Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Flooring: Wood
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup
Window Features: Skylight(s), Window Treatments

Room Information

Room 1

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Type: Kitchen

Room 2

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Basement

Type: Bedroom 3

Room 3

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Type: Master Bedroom

Room 4

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Upper

Type: Den

Room 5

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Type: Living Room

Room 6

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Type: Dining Room

Room 7

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Main

Type: Family Room

Room 8

Area Units: Square Feet
Level: Upper

Type: Bedroom 2

Property History for 7390 Wayah Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
May 31, 2022	Closed Highlands-Cashiers BOR #98664	$470,000	—
May 24, 2022	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1491102952	$470,000	+3.0% / yr
Apr 7, 2022	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #98664	$499,000	—
Jul 29, 2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1091640787	$285,000	—
Jul 29, 2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1438912840	$285,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
05/31/2022	Closed Highlands-Cashiers BOR #98664	$470,000
05/24/2022	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1491102952	$470,000 +3.0% / yr
04/07/2022	Listed (Active) Highlands-Cashiers BOR #98664	$499,000
07/29/2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1091640787	$285,000
07/29/2005	Closed (Public Record) Public Record #1438912840	$285,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 7390 Wayah Road

Taxable ValueLand$91,700Additions$359,430Total$451,130

Tax Record2025$1,558 ($130 / month)

Home Facts

Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,450 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,470 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt980 SqFtStories1Lot Size66,647 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1990Year Renovated1990ZoningRCountyMACONAPN6534439508

Schools near 7390 Wayah Road

This home is within Macon County School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
6/10	Nantahala School	Public - Serves this home	K to 12	7.6 mi
3/10	Mountain View Intermediate School	Public - Serves this home	5 to 6	11.7 mi
6/10	Macon Middle School	Public - Serves this home	7 to 8	11.8 mi
5/10	Franklin High	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	10.7 mi
4/10	Macon Virtual Academy	Public - Nearby school	K to 12	9.5 mi
1/10	Bartram Academy	Public - Choice school	9 to 12	10.0 mi


Rating	School	Distance
6/10	Nantahala School PublicK to 12 Serves this home	7.6 mi
3/10	Mountain View Intermediate School Public5 to 6 Serves this home	11.7 mi
6/10	Macon Middle School Public7 to 8 Serves this home	11.8 mi
5/10	Franklin High Public9 to 12 Serves this home	10.7 mi
4/10	Macon Virtual Academy PublicK to 12 Nearby school	9.5 mi
1/10	Bartram Academy Public9 to 12 Choice school	10.0 mi

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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