$425,000

697 Lake Charles Rd Franklin, NC 28734

Estimated payment $2,491/month

Total Views 863
2 Beds
2 Baths
-- Sq Ft
-- Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Spa
  • 5.73 Acre Lot
  • Additional Residence on Property
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Chalet

About This Home

Mountain Retreat on 5.73 Acres w/USFS on 2 Sides + Guest Cottage + Stream + Lake Access! Escape to your private mountain paradise on 5.73 acres, bordered by U.S. Forest Service land on two sides, with direct access to the Bartram Trail. Enjoy peace, privacy, & nature with a community lake nearby for fishing, kayaking, & year-round recreation. The property features dramatic rock outcroppings, lush native landscape, & the soothing sound of your own mountain stream. The main chalet cabin showcases soaring vaulted T&G ceilings, hardwood floors, a rock fireplace, & a wall of windows with 6 skylights. The main-level primary suite includes a spa-like bath with gas log fireplace, whirlpool tub & separate shower. Upstairs, a loft with full bath & private balcony offers flexible use as a bedroom, office, or retreat. Outdoor living is a highlight with expansive decking, a rock firepit, & endless views. The guest cottage features an efficiency kitchen, full bath, covered porch, & deck ideal for guests or STR income. RV parking with hookups included. Once a public gem mine in the '60s–'70s, this property blends natural beauty, rich history, and income potential—a true mountain dream!

Last Listed By

Danielle Serjan

Realty One Group Vibe Brokerage Phone: 8283708423 License #218121 Listed on: 05/23/2025

Realty One Group Vibe

Property Details

Home Type

  • Apartment

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,258

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 5.73 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Private Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Hilly Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Chalet
  • Cabin
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Living Area on First Floor
  • Open Floorplan
  • Crawl Space
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Spa Bath

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • No Garage
  • RV Access or Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Porch

Additional Homes

  • Additional Residence on Property

Utilities

  • Humidifier
  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Heat Pump System
  • Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
  • Power Generator
  • Well
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • James Lawrence Taylor Subdivision
  • Stream

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 6591645292

Property Details

Home Type

Apartment

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,258

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Cabin,Residential
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 5.73
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: James Lawrence Taylor Subdivision
  • Directions: Hwy 441 South (Georgia Rd), Left on Tessentee Rd, go 2.2 miles to Left on Lake Charles Rd, follow to Right at 697 Sign, Follow the driveway to the end. There is parking by the main house and the guest cottage.
  • Architectural Style: Cabin, Chalet
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Attribution Contact: 8283708423
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Dishwasher, Humidifier, Microwave, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Generator
  • Has Basement: Crawl Space
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Stone
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Breakfast Bar, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Tile Bath, Kitchen/Dining Room, Large Master Bedroom, Living/Dining Room, Main Level Living, Primary on Main Level, Pantry
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)
  • Room Bedroom2 Level: Second
  • Master Bedroom Master Bedroom Level: First

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Adjoins USFS, Allow RVs, Hilly/Steep, Level, Private, Rolling, Wooded
  • View: Short Range View, View-Winter, View Year Round
  • View: Yes
  • Waterfront Features: Stream/Creek
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Other Structures: Apartment Studio, Detached Additional Living Space
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage, None-Carport

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: First Level
  • Cooling: Central Electric, Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Propane
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Well
  • Gas Company: Propane Tank: Owned

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 249598.8
  • Parcel #: 6591645292

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1258.5
  • Tax Book Number: M-41

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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 $1,259 $315,440 $62,600 $252,840
2023 $1,257 $315,540 $62,600 $252,940
2022 $1,257 $216,410 $41,300 $175,110
2021 $1,257 $229,810 $41,300 $188,510
2020 $1,126 $229,810 $41,300 $188,510
2018 $1,052 $231,110 $42,600 $188,510
2017 $1,052 $231,110 $42,600 $188,510
2016 $1,052 $231,110 $42,600 $188,510
2015 $1,020 $231,110 $42,600 $188,510
2014 $913 $256,480 $59,980 $196,500
2013 -- $256,480 $59,980 $196,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2025 05/23/25 For Sale $425,000 +78.6% --
01/19/2018 01/19/18 Sold $238,000 0.0% --
12/20/2017 12/20/17 Pending -- -- --
11/20/2017 11/20/17 For Sale $238,000 -- --
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $238,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $235,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $235,000 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $209,600 New Conventional
Closed $214,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $188,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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APN: 6591645292