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Off market may 2025 for $278K

$300,175

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,242/mo

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1,376

sq ft

535 Laurel Falls Rd, Franklin, NC 28734

About this home

Cabin by the creek! Perfect mountain getaway in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina! Charming 4 bedrooms, 2 baths with 190 ft+/- of bold creek frontage. Covered front porch overlooking the creek. Spacious living area with a wood burning fireplace, main level living with one large bedroom on main floor along with kitchen, dining room, laundry room and a large bathroom. Upstairs has a large sitting room landing area, three additional bedrooms and a second bathroom with a walk in shower. Minutes to downtown Franklin with easy access, well maintained road all the way to the property. Close to Highlands, Cherokee Casino, Bryson City, Asheville and NE Georgia. Also close to Western Carolina University. Many outdoor activities close by including hiking, fishing, rafting, waterfalls, gem mining and so much more. Short term and long term rentals allowed. Minimal restrictions. Home comes mostly furnished.

Single-familyProperty Type

1978Year Built

0.77 acresLot Size

$218Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 spacesParking

Listed by Marty Jones • RE/MAX Summit Properties

Contact: martyjones@remax.net

Bought with Candy Wood • Keller Williams Great Smokies

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•Source:CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4168757

Redfin Estimate

$300,175

$22K since sold in May 2025$1,000 since September

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Market trends in 28734, NC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

96.0%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$320K

$4K MoM

Avg. days on market

70d

1 days MoM

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2 MoM

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Sale history for 535 Laurel Falls Rd

Date

Event

Price

HCMLS #106478

May 16, 2025

Sold

$278,000

$202/sq ft

Apr 29, 2025

Pending

—

Apr 7, 2025

Contingent

—

Mar 31, 2025

Price Changed

$275,000

$200/sq ft

Mar 10, 2025

Price Changed

$289,000

$210/sq ft

Feb 17, 2025

Price Changed

$295,000

$214/sq ft

Aug 6, 2024

Listed

$325,900

$237/sq ft

+10

Just Reduced! Come and escape to your peaceful, country cabin with your very own babbling creek front. Located in the beautiful mountains of Western North Carolina, 4 bedrooms, 2 bath cabin has a warm vintage traditional charm. Almost 200 feet of beautiful, bold creek frontage. Covered rocking chair front porch overlooking the picturesque creek frontage. Wood burning fireplace, main level living with one bedroom on main floor along with kitchen, dining room, laundry room and a large full bathroom. Upstairs has a sitting room landing area, three additional bedrooms and a second full bathroom with a walk in shower. Minutes to downtown Franklin with easy road access. Also close to Highlands, Cherokee Casino, Bryson City, Waynesville, Asheville, WCU and NE Georgia. Many popular outdoor activities and local attractions nearby including hiking, fishing, rafting, Nantahala Outdoor Center, waterfalls, gem mining and so much more. Short term and long term rentals allowed. Minimal restrictions. Home comes mostly furnished. A little cosmetic updating will make this your dream mountain escape!

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4168757

May 16, 2025

Sold

$278,000

$202/sq ft

Apr 7, 2025

Pending

—

Mar 31, 2025

Price Changed

$275,000

$200/sq ft

Mar 11, 2025

Price Changed

$289,000

$210/sq ft

Feb 17, 2025

Price Changed

$295,000

$214/sq ft

Sep 23, 2024

Price Changed

$325,900

$237/sq ft

Aug 6, 2024

Listed

$345,000

$251/sq ft

CSAOR #26037521

Apr 7, 2025

Contingent

—

Mar 31, 2025

Price Changed

$275,000

$200/sq ft

Mar 10, 2025

Price Changed

$289,000

$210/sq ft

Feb 17, 2025

Price Changed

$295,000

$214/sq ft

Sep 23, 2024

Price Changed

$325,900

$237/sq ft

Aug 6, 2024

Listed

$345,000

$251/sq ft

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Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$498

$26,100 + $92,860

$118,960

2024

$498 (+2.5%)

$26,100 + $92,860

$118,960

2023

$486 (+2.7%)

$26,100 + $92,860

$118,960

2022

$474 (+2.7%)

$12,040 + $65,420

$77,460

2021

$461 (+4.4%)

$12,040 + $65,420

$77,460

2020

$441 (+3.0%)

$12,040 + $65,420

$77,460

2019

$428 (−7.3%)

$12,040 + $65,420

$77,460

2018

$462

$15,910 + $75,230

$91,140

2017

$462

$15,910 + $75,230

$91,140

2016

$462 (+5.2%)

$15,910 + $75,230

$91,140

2015

$439 (−17.9%)

$15,910 + $75,230

$91,140

2014

$535

$40,250 + $104,270

$144,520

Tax history for 535 Laurel Falls Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$498

$26,100 + $92,860

$118,960

2024

$498 (+2.5%)

$26,100 + $92,860

$118,960

2023

$486 (+2.7%)

$26,100 + $92,860

$118,960

2022

$474 (+2.7%)

$12,040 + $65,420

$77,460

2021

$461 (+4.4%)

$12,040 + $65,420

$77,460

2020

$441 (+3.0%)

$12,040 + $65,420

$77,460

2019

$428 (−7.3%)

$12,040 + $65,420

$77,460

2018

$462

$15,910 + $75,230

$91,140

2017

$462

$15,910 + $75,230

$91,140

2016

$462 (+5.2%)

$15,910 + $75,230

$91,140

2015

$439 (−17.9%)

$15,910 + $75,230

$91,140

2014

$535

$40,250 + $104,270

$144,520

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

33,541

Year renovated

2025

Sq. Ft.

1,376

Year built

1978

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Macon County

APN

7525058152

Parking Spaces

Basement

Accessible

Yes

HOA Dues

$400 /month

Garage

Features

Views, Waterfront

Last updated by owner on Mar 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Main Level Garage Y/N: 0
Parking Features: Driveway

Interior

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: Upper: 3
# of Bedrooms: Main: 1
# of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: Upper: 1
# of Full Baths: Main: 1
# of Full Baths (Total): 2

Room 1 Information
Room Level: Main

Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Main Level, Washer Hookup

Basement Information
Basement Features: Other

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning

Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Baseboard
Cooling Information: Ceiling Fan(s)

Interior Features
Room Count: 1
Interior Features: Attic Stairs Pulldown, Pantry
Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
Appliances: Dryer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Door Features: French Doors, Pocket Doors, Screen Door(s)

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Type: Site Built
Construction Materials: Wood
Roof: Composition

Waterfront Information
Waterfront Features: None

Farm Information
Horse Amenities: None

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: None
Accessibility Features: Swing In Door(s)
Zoning Specification: R1

Lot Information
Lot Features: Creek Front
Lot Size Area: 0.77
Lot Size Units: Acres
Elevation: 2000
Road Surface Type: Dirt, Gravel, Stone
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Private Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected

Location

Multi-Unit Information
Restrictions: Short Term Rental Allowed,Other - See Remarks

HOA Information
Association Name: Eden Valley Subdivision
Association Email: dwillis1292@yahoo.com
HOA Subject To Dues: Mandatory
HOA Subject To: None
Association Fee: $400
Association Fee Frequency: Annually
Association Annual Expense: 400.00

School Information
Elementary School: East Franklin
Middle Or Junior High School: Unspecified
High School: Unspecified

Location Information
Directions: From Franklin, take Hwy 28 Highlands Rd to left on Ellijay Rd. Follow Ellijay Rd to left on Laurel Falls Rd. (Eden Valley Subdivision) entrance. Follow gravel rd. to 535 Laurel Falls Rd. Home on Right. LA sign in place.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,376
Stories: 1.5
Parking Spaces: 2
Basement: No
Accessible: Yes
Lot Size: 0.77 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 2025
County: Macon County
APN: 7525058152
HOA Dues: $400/month
Garage: No
Features: Views, Waterfront

Home facts updated by owner on Mar 16, 2026

Other

Auction Information
Is Auction: 0

Listing Information
Exception YN: 0

Home Information
Total Property HLA Sq. Ft.: 1376
Living Area: 1376
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,376
Sq. Ft. Upper: 608
Sq. Ft. Third: 0
Sq. Ft. Main: 768
Sq. Ft. Lower: 0
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Levels: One and One Half

Around this home

Schools

East Franklin Elementary

Public K-4 • Assigned • 5.1mi

7/10

Macon Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.9mi

6/10

Franklin High

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.8mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

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

3/10 Heat Factor

9 days above 94° expected this year, 25 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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Franklin, NC • 28734

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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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Home values near 535 Laurel Falls Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
489 Laurel Falls Rd, Franklin, NC 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2712 Sq. Ft.	$428,122
51 West Rdg, Franklin, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1530 Sq. Ft.	$181,278

Address	Redfin Estimate
344 Laurel Falls Rd, Franklin, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1150 Sq. Ft.	$202,285
15 West Rdg, Franklin, NC 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 800 Sq. Ft.	$167,137

Address	Redfin Estimate
409 East Rdg, Franklin, NC 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1604 Sq. Ft.	$344,721
85 West Rdg, Franklin, NC 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1014 Sq. Ft.	$181,862

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