Historical 1 1/2 story farmhouse built in 1865 with the original wooden walls and ceilings and two stone fireplaces, and new metal roofing. The newer addition features a 19' x 18' family room with glass sliders overlooking the rolling pasture and mountain views. A new well has been drilled. There is a small barn set up for a shop and another storage building. Private, quiet setting with a small creek running along one border. Some repairs needed and home is being sold “As is” Tenant in the home. .. 24 Hour Notice Please.
Single-familyProperty Type
1865Year Built
2.32 acresLot Size
Listed by Evelyn S. Owens• Keller Williams Realty Of Franklin
HISTORICAL FARMHOUSE WITH UPDATED ADDITION. EASY ACCESS SEVERAL OUTBUILDINGS. GREAT VALLEY VIEW. This is a FannieMae HomePath property. Purchase this property for as little as 3c down. This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage Financing. Home being sold AS IS. Property subject to FMFL First Look Initiative. Owner occupant offer only negotiated first 14 days of listing. Must be active in MLS for 72hrs. before presenting offer. Offer information under Sellers Disclosure.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$625
$61,570 + $97,380
$158,950
2024
$625 (+2.0%)
$61,570 + $97,380
$158,950
2023
$613 (+11.2%)
$61,570 + $97,380
$158,950
2022
$552 (+2.9%)
$30,570 + $63,430
$94,000
2021
$536 (+4.6%)
$30,570 + $63,430
$94,000
2020
$513 (+2.6%)
$30,570 + $63,430
$94,000
2019
$500 (−3.5%)
$30,570 + $63,430
$94,000
2018
$518
$30,480 + $74,550
$105,030
2017
$518 (+0.2%)
$30,480 + $74,550
$105,030
2016
$517 (+4.7%)
$30,480 + $74,550
$105,030
2015
$494 (+3.3%)
$30,480 + $74,550
$105,030
2014
$478
$47,930 + $78,820
$126,750
Tax history for 535 Higdon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$625
$61,570 + $97,380
$158,950
2024
$625 (+2.0%)
$61,570 + $97,380
$158,950
2023
$613 (+11.2%)
$61,570 + $97,380
$158,950
2022
$552 (+2.9%)
$30,570 + $63,430
$94,000
2021
$536 (+4.6%)
$30,570 + $63,430
$94,000
2020
$513 (+2.6%)
$30,570 + $63,430
$94,000
2019
$500 (−3.5%)
$30,570 + $63,430
$94,000
2018
$518
$30,480 + $74,550
$105,030
2017
$518 (+0.2%)
$30,480 + $74,550
$105,030
2016
$517 (+4.7%)
$30,480 + $74,550
$105,030
2015
$494 (+3.3%)
$30,480 + $74,550
$105,030
2014
$478
$47,930 + $78,820
$126,750
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.32 Acres
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
2,192
Year built
1865
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Macon County
APN
7514634282
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Window Features: Storm Window(s)
Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Room Information
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Roof: Metal
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Residential
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Lot Size Acres: 2.32
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Directions: From the Highlands Rd. go toward Highlands and turn left on Ellijay Rd. then right on Higdon Rd. to the home on the right.
Subdivision Name: N/A
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,192
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 2.32 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1865
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Macon County
APN: 7514634282
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Listing Information
AttributionContact: 8285240100
Around this home
Schools
Mountain View Intermediate School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 3.7mi
3/10
Macon Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.5mi
6/10
Macon Early College High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi
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3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
8 days above 93° expected this year, 23 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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