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281 Buck Knob Rd, Scaly Mountain, NC 28775

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Escape to the cool mountain air on this beautiful 6.20-acre property perched at over 3,500 feet in elevation, where you'll enjoy refreshing temperatures, peaceful surroundings, and the natural beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The gently rolling terrain offers an ideal setting for your mountain retreat, whether you're dreaming of a full-time residence, vacation home, or private getaway. Perfectly positioned for both privacy and convenience, this property is just 15 minutes from Highlands, NC, 30 minutes from Franklin, NC, and 30 minutes from Clayton, GA, giving you easy access to shopping, dining, outdoor recreation, and all three charming mountain towns have to offer. Escape to the cool mountain air on this beautiful 6.20 +/- acre property at over 3,500 feet in elevation, where you'll enjoy refreshing temperatures, peaceful surroundings, and the natural beauty of the Mountains. The gently rolling terrain offers an ideal setting for your mountain retreat, whether you're dreaming of a full-time residence, vacation home, or private getaway. Perfectly positioned for both privacy and convenience, this property is just 15 minutes from Highlands, NC, 30 minutes from Franklin, NC, an

Vacant landProperty Type
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Redfin Estimate

$101,894
$15K since last sold$4,000 since October

This home's estimate is 68.3% lower than the average sale price ($322K) of 4 comparable homes.

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Sale and tax history for 281 Buck Knob Rd

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Macon County
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Last updated by owner on Jul 3, 2026.

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Around this home

Schools

South Macon Elementary

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 6.7mi

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Macon Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 8.2mi

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Macon Early College High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 8.6mi

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

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

4/10 Fire Factor

0.93% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

1/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 91° expected this year, 20 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

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Sun exposure

82/ 100

Very good sunlight

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There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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Estimated sale price
$97,000 – $118,000

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