Discover 12 unrestricted acres with long-range views into the Smokies. This scenic property offers multiple building sites, each with unique mountain vistas. Rolling knolls and gentle ridges create a picturesque setting perfect for a private home, cabin, or retreat. A small stream runs along one side, adding natural charm. Enjoy year-round access via a maintained gravel road—no HOA, no restrictions, and endless potential. Whether you build now or later, this land offers seclusion, beauty, and freedom in the heart of the mountains, located near Highlands and Franklin.
Vacant landProperty Type
12 acresLot Size
$10,356Price/Acres
Listed by Marty Kimsey• Re/Max Elite Realty
Contact: 8283494600
Bought with Vickie C. Kimsey• Re/Max Mountain Properties
As the MLS and public records start to fill up, we'll list the details here.
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Vacant Land
County
Macon County
APN
524016776
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Last updated by owner on Jul 8, 2025.
Property details
Interior
Virtual Tour
Exterior
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Below Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
Property Features
Waterfront Features: Stream
Has View
Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Other Structures: None
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Land,Rural Acreage-Wooded,Residential
Possible Use: Residential, Subdevelopment, Single Family
Land Information
Vegetation: Heavily Wooded
Elevation: 2800
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rolling Slope, Sloped, Wooded
Road Surface Type: Gravel
Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Lot Size Area: 12
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 12
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Underground Utilities
Location
Location Information
Directions: Highlands Rd to Ellijay Rd. Right on Higdon Rd, Then Right on Hemlock Falls Rd all the way to Right on Bear Paw Ridge Rd. Driveway on the Left. Property borders Hemlock Falls and Bear Paw Ridge Rd.
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Style: Vacant Land
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County: Macon County
APN: 524016776
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 8, 2025
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Listing Information
AttributionContact: 8283494600
Around this home
Schools
Mountain View Intermediate School
Public 5-6 • Assigned • 4.7mi
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Macon Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.4mi
6/10
Macon Early College High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.8mi
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
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 93° 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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Sun exposure
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.