$674,000

5026 Wayah Rd Franklin, NC 28734

Estimated payment $3,856/month

Total Views 2,433
3 Beds
4 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Custom Home
  • New Kitchen
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Open Floorplan
  • Deck

About This Home

It is with great pleasure (and some awe) that I introduce you to the "Geode House." Franklin is the gemstone capital of the world, and this custom home is truly its hidden gem. From the moment you turn onto the gentle, view-filled mountain road, the only sound you'll hear is the BOLD, rushing creek all the way up. The Geode House embraces 240 feet of creek frontage, heard from every room, and backs up to National Forest for total privacy. The extraordinary glass surround sunroom overlooks the singing creek and invites you to watch hummingbirds and sip your morning coffee. This breathtaking 3 bed, 4 bath home reveals a spacious interior full of character, charm, and warmth. Custom hand built kitchen cabinets and vanities reflect the treasures found within a crystal geode. The bright, open layout offers a private, elegant space for hosting friends and family. The Geode House intertwines nature's tranquility with a master craftsman's creativity. Homes like this are truly once in a lifetime.

Listing Agent

Matthew Jackson

Keller Williams Realty Of Franklin Brokerage Phone: 8285240100 License #298979 Listed on: 05/17/2025

Keller Williams Realty Of Franklin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,215

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 0.54 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Property fronts a state road
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Cottage
  • Log Cabin
  • Rustic Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Log Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Great Room
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • New Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Outbuilding
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
  • Shared Well
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Stream

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 6544445697

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,215

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Cabin,Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.54
  • Road Frontage Type: State Road
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Directions: From Franklin, take HWY 64 West to Right on Murphy Rd, then Left on Wayah Road. House is 5 miles down on the left with LO sign out front.
  • Architectural Style: Log, Cottage, Cabin, Custom
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Attribution Contact: 8285240100
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas/Propane Water Heater, Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Great Room, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Dining Room, Large Master Bedroom, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Living, Primary w/Ensuite, Primary on Main Level, New Kitchen, Open Floorplan, Sunroom, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Skylight(s)
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Bedroom3 Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Adjoins USFS, Allow RVs, Level, Level Yard, Unrestricted
  • View: Short Range View, View Year Round, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Stream/Creek
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Waterfront Elevation: 2520
  • Construction Type: Log, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Rustic Appearance
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Outbuilding/Workshop, Storage Building/Shed
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Garage-Single Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Propane, Forced Air, Heat Pump
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Shared Well
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: Owned

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 23522.4
  • Parcel #: 6544445697
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1214.58
  • Tax Book Number: W-37

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Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 -- $343,450 $116,430 $227,020
2023 $1,220 $343,350 $116,430 $226,920
2022 $1,220 $235,250 $95,940 $139,310
2021 $1,220 $235,450 $95,940 $139,510
2020 $1,161 $235,450 $95,940 $139,510
2018 $516 $100,930 $63,860 $37,070
2017 $516 $100,930 $63,860 $37,070
2016 $516 $100,930 $63,860 $37,070
2015 $493 $100,930 $63,860 $37,070
2014 $491 $125,010 $55,980 $69,030
2013 -- $125,010 $55,980 $69,030
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/17/2025 05/17/25 For Sale $674,000 +302.3% --
04/13/2017 04/13/17 Sold $167,550 0.0% $1,523 / Sq Ft
03/14/2017 03/14/17 Pending -- -- --
10/25/2016 10/25/16 For Sale $167,550 -- $1,523 / Sq Ft
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $168,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $125,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26040948

APN: 6544445697