$138,000
SOLD AUG 2, 2019

540 Whisper Mountain Rd Franklin, NC 28734

2 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
0.92 Acres

Recently Sold

23 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Recreation Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Private Lot
  • Ranch Style House
  • Workshop

About This Home

As of October 2022

Enjoy the Cool Temps at 3400 + Feet Elevation while relaxing on your Double Covered Porches and enjoying the Long Range Mountain Views. New Kitchen including Cabinets, Granite Counters, Sink, Appliances and Backsplash in 2017. Gorgeous Hardwood Floors and Tongue & Groove Ceilings in the Open Kitchen, Dining and Living Areas. Unbelievable Updates in Main Level Bath include Exquisitely tiled Walk In Shower and Floor, Gorgeous Vanity and Mirror. Lots of Big windows to let in the natural light and enjoy the views. Lower Level has Finished Game/Family Room/Sleeping Area, has potential Mini Kitchen w/sink and wall of cabinets. Also a Full Bath that is updated with newer tub/shower, Tile Floor, Vanity and Commode. Spacious Workshop and Utility Area is 18.9' X 17.3'. Storage Shed. Some Flat Yard for a Firepit and area for kids to play. Some Furniture is negotiable. Total yearly fees $600: $200 for the water, $400 for road maintenance. Water is supplied via Shared Well System. VA and Conventional financing OK. Leave the "Real World" behind and come to Whisper Mountain Estates where peace and serenity abound. Paved Parking.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kathy Clifton

Bald Head Realty Brokerage Phone: 8283690000 License #189386

Last Buyer's Agent

Kenna Faber

Kenna Faber Real Estate License #250396

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $559

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 0.92 Acre Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Open Lot

HOA Fees

  • $50 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • No Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Cottage
  • Cabin
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Furnished or left unfurnished upon request
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Screens
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Workshop
  • Washer
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Finished Basement

  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Workshop
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Laundry in Basement
  • Basement with some natural light

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Dehumidifier
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Water Filtration System
  • Shared Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank
  • Satellite Dish

Community Details

  • Whisper Mountain Estates Subdivision
  • Stream

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7524688781

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$559

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$50 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Cabin,Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.92
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: Whisper Mountain Estates
  • Directions: From Franklin, NC, take Hwy. 64 East (Highlands Rd) 4 miles, turn left on Ellijay Road, go 4 miles turn right on Little Ellijay Rd., Go 2 miles, veer right on to Henry Road. Go 1.5 Miles, take right into Whisper Mountain. Go 1/2 mile, # 540 on left.
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/Single, Cottage, Cabin
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Attribution Contact: 8283690000
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Furnished: Negotiable
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Dishwasher, Water Filter System, Electric Oven/Range, Washer, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: Dehumidifier, Satellite Dish
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Daylight, Finished Bath, Recreation/Game Room, Washer/Dryer Hook-up, Finished, Workshop
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus Room, Primary on Main Level, Living/Dining Room, Rec/Game Room, Workshop, Ceramic Tile Bath, Kitchen/Dining Room, Main Level Living, Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Living Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Family Room Level: Basement
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First
  • Room Bedroom2 Area: 108.29
  • Room Living Room Area: 438.24
  • Dining Room Dining Room Level: First
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Width: 9.1
  • Room Master Bedroom Area: 110.11
  • Room Family Room Area: 190.75

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Private, Elevation over 3000, Open Lot
  • View: Long Range View, View Year Round
  • View: Yes
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Other Structures: Storage Building/Shed
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Electric, Propane
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Shared Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 600
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 40075.2
  • Parcel #: 7524688781
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 558.8
  • Tax Book Number: P-37

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 1, 2022
Closed on
Oct 14, 2022
Sold by
Bradley Jesse Gabriel
Bought by
Key Jonathan and Key Jennifer
Seller's Agent
Kenna Faber
Kenna Faber Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Carol Bates
Landmark Realty Group, LLC (Mls Only)
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$200,000
Total Days on Market
23
Current Estimated Value
$262,289

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$62,289
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.99%
Original Mortgage
$202,000
Outstanding Balance
$195,104
Interest Rate
5.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$67,185

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 7, 2019
Closed on
Jul 26, 2019
Sold by
Lord Richard M and Lord Kathryn
Bought by
Bradley Jesse Gabriel
Seller's Agent
Kathy Clifton
Bald Head Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kenna Faber
Kenna Faber Real Estate
List Price
$138,000
Sold Price
$138,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.25%
Original Mortgage
$138,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 17, 2016
Closed on
Oct 7, 2016
Sold by
Brooks Diane E
Bought by
Lord Richard M
List Price
$117,690
Sold Price
$117,690

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.89%
Original Mortgage
$105,390
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $200,000 --
Warranty Deed $138,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $118,000 Attorney
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $202,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $138,000 VA
Previous Owner $105,390 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/18/2022 10/18/22 Sold $200,000 0.0% $163 / Sq Ft
09/05/2022 09/05/22 Pending -- -- --
08/02/2022 08/02/22 For Sale $200,000 +44.9% $163 / Sq Ft
08/02/2019 08/02/19 Sold $138,000 0.0% --
07/03/2019 07/03/19 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2019 06/09/19 For Sale $138,000 +17.3% --
10/20/2016 10/20/16 Sold $117,690 0.0% $108 / Sq Ft
09/20/2016 09/20/16 Pending -- -- --
09/02/2016 09/02/16 For Sale $117,690 -- $108 / Sq Ft
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

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 $676 $174,980 $27,600 $147,380
2023 $380 $175,080 $27,600 $147,480
2022 $380 $102,670 $10,810 $91,860
2021 $371 $102,670 $10,810 $91,860
2020 $550 $102,670 $10,810 $91,860
2018 $33 $8,260 $8,260 $0
2017 $33 $8,260 $8,260 $0
2016 $33 $8,260 $8,260 $0
2015 $33 $8,260 $8,260 $0
2014 $39 $12,000 $12,000 $0
2013 -- $12,000 $12,000 $0
Source: Public Records

Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 26012444

APN: 7524688781