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Sold
$286,800
Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,112/mo
2
bd
•
1 ba
•
1,440
sq ft

1187 Watauga Rd, Franklin, NC 28734

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About this home

Refined charm meets natural beauty in this 2BD/1BA residence on 3.83 +/- acres. Property includes Watauga Creek owning both sides of the creek! The entire property boasts hiking trails, wildlife opportunities and a potential for a garden area by the creek. As you approach the home you'll hear and see a water feature by the driveway that feeds into the creek. With an open floor plan and a wood-burning fireplace it creates a warm, inviting ambiance. Two bonus rooms offer ideal spaces for a home office, guest suite, or art studio. The lower level includes a single-car garage. Step onto the covered front porch and take in the serene surroundings. The additional, private adjoining lot invites endless possibilities?build a second home, design private walking trails, or simply indulge in the peaceful, wooded escape. Perfectly positioned in the coveted Watauga community, this home would be a great full-time residence, or investment in mountain living. Needs some updating and waiting for your special touches. Priced "as is" to allow for this. Portion of the lower lot is in the floodplain but home is NOT!

Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
1.5 acresLot Size
$199Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Source:Public Records

Redfin Estimate

$286,800
$1,800 since last sold$1,000 since October

This home's estimate is 2.3% higher than the average sale price ($280K) of 1 comparable home.

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$1,792/mo
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Sale history for 1187 Watauga Rd

Tax history for 1187 Watauga Rd

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Public record

Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.5 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,440
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
7506770447
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.

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Around this home

Schools

Iotla Elementary

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 4.8mi

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Macon Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi

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Franklin High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi

5/10
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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

2/10 Fire Factor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

8 days above 95° expected this year, 24 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 4.5 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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