What an absolutely adorable country cabin sitting on over two acres of usable land and with an easterly view for that morning sunshine and coffee. Large porch and open decks looking over valley pastures and on to the distant view. South sun all winter long and lots of western shade. Large great room downstairs with propane logs and add. room. Modern kitchen with stainless appliances. Easy access off paved state road onto paved private to a large parking area.
For sale
$525,000
249 Bates Branch Rd, Franklin, NC 28734
2beds
1,184sqft
Est.:
Residential
Built in 1991
2.2 Acres Lot
$497,300 Zestimate®
$443/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Large porchLots of western shadeLarge great room downstairsPropane logs
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 30, 2026 at 08:37am
Listed by:
Frank L. Moffitt,
Moffitt Real Estate
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26043205
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 342
- Dimensions: 19 x 18
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Bonus Room, Great Room, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Living, Primary on Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens
- Basement: Full,Finished,Heated,Recreation/Game Room,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Washer/Dryer Hook-up,Finished Bath,Lower/Terrace
- Attic: Storage Only
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Stone, Flue
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,184
- Total interior livable area: 1,184 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage-Single Detached, Carport-Single Detached, Paved Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Carport spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Fenced Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Long Range View, Valley, View Year Round
Lot
- Size: 2.2 Acres
- Features: Private, Rolling, Unrestricted
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding/Workshop, Storage Building/Shed
- Parcel number: 6582506581
- Other equipment: Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Fiberglass,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1991
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Franklin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $443/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $277,820
- Annual tax amount: $616
- Date on market: 1/30/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$497,300
$472,000 - $522,000
$1,806/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000+194.9%$443/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26043205 Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2016 | Sold | $178,000-7.8%$150/sqft |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #55613 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2015 | Pending sale | $193,000$163/sqft |
Source: Bald Head Realty #55613 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2015 | Price change | $193,000-1.5%$163/sqft |
Source: Bald Head Realty #55613 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2015 | Listed for sale | $196,000+3.2%$166/sqft |
Source: Bald Head Realty #55613 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2004 | Sold | $190,000$160/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $617 -41.3% | $277,820 0% |
| 2023 | $1,050 +8.2% | $277,920 +61.1% |
| 2022 | $971 | $172,530 |
| 2021 | $971 +11.3% | $172,530 |
| 2020 | $872 +1.5% | $172,530 |
| 2019 | $859 +5.2% | $172,530 -1% |
| 2018 | $817 | $174,340 |
| 2017 | -- | $174,340 |
| 2016 | $817 | $174,340 |
| 2015 | $817 +3.7% | $174,340 -18.7% |
| 2014 | $787 | $214,500 |
| 2013 | $787 | $214,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $214,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $214,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $214,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $214,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,626/mo
Principal & interest
$2438
Property taxes
$188
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28734
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10South Macon ElementaryGrades: PK-4Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Macon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.8 mi
- 6/10Macon Early College High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: South Macon
- Middle: Macon Middle
- High: Franklin
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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