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$786,092
3
bd
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3 ba
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1,997
sq ft

5206 Rainbow Springs Rd, Franklin, NC 28734

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About this home

A most Unique Home on the Nantahala River at Rainbow Springs. Very private and one the Nice homes that you do not have to cross the River. Right off Rainbow Springs Rd. 5 Lots total, all with “Fishing Rights Each”, comes with this well constructed 3 BR 3 Bath home with it's own Swinging Bridge attached to the Porch that crosses to the Clay County Side of the Rivers. There are 5 parcels in each of the counties, Macon and Clay at a total of 11.39 ac. Rock Fireplace, open Floor plan and a large Deck covered in the front by the River. Springs on the property. Get this for the Fishing. 10 Fishing Rights to the River. And this is one of the best Trout waters around these parts. Level land very private. Even a Very Small Guest Cottage with Bath. A really Must See Property. Near Nantahala Outdoor Center, Appalachian Trail, and more Trails. Near Cherokee. Lake Nantahala. Owner has several other properties on the River. Approx. 850' of River frontage. Please call for info. Also come with a guest Cabin. See photo.

Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
1.38 acresLot Size
$394Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Source:Public Records

Redfin Estimate

$786,092
$271K since last sold$29K since September

This home's estimate is 68.1% higher than the average sale price ($468K) of 4 comparable homes.

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Public record

Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.38 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
1,997
Year built
1990
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
6513932057
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 12, 2026.

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Schools

Nantahala School

Public K-12 • Assigned • 8.8mi

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10/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 80%+ chance 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

2/10 Heat Factor

9 days above 90° 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

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

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