OFF MARKET

Off market aug 2024 for $465K

$486,130

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,779/mo

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523 William Carpenter Rd, Otto, NC 28763

About this home

A private hideaway in beautiful Otto, NC! This lovingly cared for & well-built 2BR 2BA + Bonus Room home sits nestled on 15.11 +/- acres of complete, end of the road privacy! What more could you ask for? How about a HUGE Morton building perfect for a workshop AND a covered RV pad with water, septic and power! The home features open kitchen, dining & living area with vaulted ceiling & wood trim. The stone floor-to-ceiling fireplace makes a lovely focal point. Main floor features a bedroom and an office, plus a guest bath & laundry closet. Upstairs you'll find a loft sitting area, perfect for reading a good book & the primary suite. Primary bath features ceramic tile floor, a dual vanity + an extra vanity space & step-in shower. Lower level features a 2 car garage. Outside is where this home really shines! Wonderful wraparound deck to take in the outdoors, cascading mountain stream that you can hear from the deck, garden space for veggies, herbs & flowers, the huge 35 x 40 Morton bldg. for the hobbyist/tinkerer, potting shed, paved drive, RV pad & potential for views w/ tree trimming! Make your escape to the mountains! APPOINTMENT ONLY, NO DRIVEBYS PLEASE!

Single-familyProperty Type

2000Year Built

15.11 acresLot Size

2 car garageParking

Listed by Stephanie Sainz • Bald Head Realty

Contact: 8283690000

Bought with Non Member • Non-Member Office

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•Source:HCMLS #104600

Redfin Estimate

$486,130

$21K since sold in August 2024$4,000 since September

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$2,723/mo

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Market trends in 28763, NC

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-list price

91.7%

+4.0% MoM

Median sale price

$306K

$56K MoM

Avg. days on market

102d

5 days MoM

Recently sold homes

5 MoM

New listings for sale

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$514,900
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Sale history for 523 William Carpenter Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,493

$93,560 + $311,540

$405,100

2024

$1,493 (+0.8%)

$93,560 + $311,540

$405,100

2023

$1,482 (+3.0%)

$93,560 + $311,640

$405,200

2022

$1,439

$60,160 + $206,010

$266,170

2021

$1,439 (+11.8%)

$60,160 + $206,010

$266,170

2020

$1,287 (+1.0%)

$60,160 + $206,010

$266,170

2019

$1,274 (−2.3%)

$60,160 + $206,010

$266,170

2018

$1,305

$72,260 + $220,010

$292,270

2017

$1,305

$72,260 + $220,010

$292,270

2016

$1,305 (+2.7%)

$72,260 + $220,010

$292,270

2015

$1,271 (+1.7%)

$72,260 + $220,010

$292,270

2014

$1,250

$135,790 + $223,490

$359,280

Tax history for 523 William Carpenter Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,493

$93,560 + $311,540

$405,100

2024

$1,493 (+0.8%)

$93,560 + $311,540

$405,100

2023

$1,482 (+3.0%)

$93,560 + $311,640

$405,200

2022

$1,439

$60,160 + $206,010

$266,170

2021

$1,439 (+11.8%)

$60,160 + $206,010

$266,170

2020

$1,287 (+1.0%)

$60,160 + $206,010

$266,170

2019

$1,274 (−2.3%)

$60,160 + $206,010

$266,170

2018

$1,305

$72,260 + $220,010

$292,270

2017

$1,305

$72,260 + $220,010

$292,270

2016

$1,305 (+2.7%)

$72,260 + $220,010

$292,270

2015

$1,271 (+1.7%)

$72,260 + $220,010

$292,270

2014

$1,250

$135,790 + $223,490

$359,280

*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

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

15.11 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,529

Year built

2000

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Macon County

APN

6581049496

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Paved

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Electric
Has Heating
Heating: Central, Electric, Wood, Natural Gas

Interior Features
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), High Speed Internet
Furnished: Partially
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Stone, Wood Burning

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Concrete

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Shingle

Building Information
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Property Features
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Other Structures: Workshop

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Level, Steep Slope, Wooded
Lot Size : 15.11
Lot Size Area: 15.11
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 15.11

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,481.63

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank

Location

HOA Information
Has Homeowners Association

Location Information
Directions: From downtown Franklin, take 441S/Georgia Road for approximately 6 miles to RIGHT on Coweeta Church Road. Follow for 1.6 miles to slight RIGHT on second Bell Road. In 0.3 miles turn LEFT onto William Carpenter Road. Follow for 0.5 miles. Road ends at home. NO DRIVEBYS PLEASE!
Subdivision Name: None

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,529
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 15.11 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 2000
Year Renovated: —
County: Macon County
APN: 6581049496

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026

Other

Listing Information
List AOR: HighlandsCashiersBoardOfRealtors
AttributionContact: 8283690000

Around this home

Schools

South Macon Elementary

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.2mi

5/10

Macon Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 6.2mi

6/10

Macon Early College High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.6mi

7/10

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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

3/10 Fire Factor

0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

5 days above 95° expected this year, 13 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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Historical weather

Otto, NC • 28763

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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
345 William Carpenter Road, Otto, NC 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1776 Sq. Ft.	$369,130
175 William Carpenter Road, Otto, NC - Beds \| - Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$225,213

Address	Redfin Estimate
275 William Carpenter Road, Otto, NC - Beds \| - Baths \| 960 Sq. Ft.	$146,876
26 Serenity Lane, Otto, NC - Beds \| - Baths \| 1296 Sq. Ft.	$252,694

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