$595,000
SOLD MAY 23, 2025

817 Mica City Rd Franklin, NC 28734

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,638 Sq Ft
1.61 Acres

Recently Sold

$363 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

90 Days on Market

Highlights

  • RV Access or Parking
  • A-Frame Home
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mountain View
  • Private Lot
  • Covered patio or porch

About This Home

As of May 2025

This exceptional mountain retreat is a must-see! Set on 1.61 flat, fully fenced, and gated acres, the home offers the perfect blend of privacy, nature, and luxury. Outside, enjoy panoramic mountain views, a rushing stream, and a beautiful entertaining patio with a stone fireplace. Two gazebos and a creek-side firepit provide ideal spots for relaxation and gatherings. A workshop/extra garage adds convenience. Inside, the open-concept design features soaring wood cathedral ceilings, a striking stone fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing the stunning views. The kitchen includes granite countertops, two ovens, stainless steel appliances, and a large island. Listed as 2BR due to the septic permit, the home includes a 17x17’ loft currently used as the primary bedroom. Plus, a two-car garage adds convenience. More than just a home, this is an idyllic retreat. Peace, privacy, or unforgettable gatherings, this property has it all. Come see why it’s the ultimate mountain escape!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Monica Krider

Keller Williams Professionals Brokerage Email: Monicakrider@kw.com License #314562 Listed on: 01/23/2025

Keller Williams Professionals

Last Buyer's Agent

Non Member

Canopy Administration

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,551

Year Built

  • Built in 2019

Lot Details

  • Gated Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Wood Fence
  • Private Lot
  • Cleared Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Electric Gate
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • RV Access or Parking

Home Design

  • A-Frame Home
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Composition Roof
  • Hardboard

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Mountain Views
  • Crawl Space
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Access to stream, creek or river
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Fire Pit
  • Gazebo
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop
  • Outbuilding

Schools

  • Iotla Valley Elementary School
  • Macon Middle School
  • Franklin High School

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Heat Pump System
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Septic Tank

Community Details

  • Cowee Ridge Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7508098371

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,551

Year Built

Built in 2019

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: A-Frame, Farmhouse
  • Year Built: 2019
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Gated, Paved
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Ratio CurrentPrice/TotalPropertyHLA: 363.25
  • Geocode Confidence: High
  • Attribution Contact: Monicakrider@kw.com
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Walk In
  • Lower Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1348
  • Third Level Sq Ft: 0
  • Sq Ft Unheated Total: 0
  • Sq Ft Upper: 290
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Washer/Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1638
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Door Features: Insulated Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Fire Pit, Gas, Gas Vented, Great Room
  • Living Area: 1638
  • Window Features: Insulated Window(s)
  • Bedroom Main: 2
  • Room Count: 10

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fence, Fire Pit, Storage
  • New Construction: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Construction Type: Site Built
  • Fencing: Full, Wood
  • View: Mountain(s), Year Round
  • Exclusions: TV over fireplace
  • Waterfront Elevation: 2000
  • Construction Type: Hardboard Siding
  • Other Structures: Gazebo, Outbuilding, Workshop
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Front Porch, Rear Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Main Level Garage YN: 1
  • Sq Ft Garage: 576
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Driveway, Electric Gate, Attached Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, RV Access/Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Central, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Sewer: Septic Installed
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Security: Security System
  • Cooling: Central Air, Electric, Heat Pump
  • Utilities: Satellite Internet Available
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Macon
  • HOA Subject To: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Features: Cleared, Private, Creek/Stream, Views
  • Lot Size Area: 1.61
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 7508098371
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Zoning Specification: A

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Iotla Valley
  • High School: Franklin

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 23, 2025
Closed on
May 23, 2025
Sold by
Varnadore Warren Keith and Varnadore Nona Jean
Bought by
Shupe Luisa Clewis and Shupe Elizabeth Pauline
Seller's Agent
Monica Krider
Keller Williams Professionals
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
Canopy Administration
List Price
$605,000
Sold Price
$595,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-1.65%
Views
70

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.45%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 1, 2024
Closed on
Aug 30, 2024
Sold by
Giles Shelina and Giles Lonnie
Bought by
Varnadore Warren Keith and Varnadore Nona Jean
Seller's Agent
Evelyn Owens
Keller Williams Realty Of Franklin
Buyer's Agent
Board Member Non
List Price
$580,000
Sold Price
$602,500
Premium/Discount to List
$22,500
3.88%
Views
88

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.77%
Original Mortgage
$510,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 24, 2017
Sold by
Mccallum J Ware
Bought by
Giles Lonnie and Giles Shelina

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 2010
Sold by
Moffitt Frank L and Moffitt Shelley T
Bought by
Mccallum J Ware
Source: Public Records

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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 $595,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $602,500 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $26,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $510,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $293,000 Construction
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Sold $595,000 -1.7% $363 / Sq Ft
01/23/2025 01/23/25 For Sale $605,000 +0.4% $369 / Sq Ft
09/09/2024 09/09/24 Sold $602,500 +3.9% --
08/09/2024 08/09/24 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2024 08/01/24 For Sale $580,000 -- --
Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

Tax History Compared to Growth

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 $1,551 $398,330 $44,000 $354,330
2023 $1,459 $398,630 $44,000 $354,630
2022 $1,459 $250,550 $32,840 $217,710
2021 $1,459 $262,650 $32,840 $229,810
2020 $1,392 $262,650 $32,840 $229,810
2018 $126 $27,370 $27,370 $0
2017 $126 $27,370 $27,370 $0
2016 $126 $27,370 $27,370 $0
2015 $126 $27,370 $27,370 $0
2014 $110 $30,270 $30,270 $0
2013 -- $30,270 $30,270 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

MLS Number: 4214885

Canopy MLS (Canopy Realtor® Association)

APN: 7508098371