$159,000
PENDING $10K PRICE DROP

851 Sugarfork Rd Franklin, NC 28734

Franklin Area

Estimated payment $883/month

Total Views 9,914
1.27 Acres
$125,197 Price per Acre
55,321 Sq Ft Lot

Highlights

  • River Front
  • No HOA
  • Level Lot
  • RV Access or Parking
  • Home fronts a stream

About This Lot

Calling all who crave adventure and peaceful riverfront living! This beautiful 1.27 acre unrestricted property along the Cullasaja River, one the only remaining river access lots on Sugarfork Rd. As a bonus bordered by Arnold Branch flanking the southern boundary for the kids to play in making the perfect spot for your RV getaway. Bring your camper and start enjoying nature right away—everything is already in place, including a completed survey, well, septic system, and power on site. Thinking about building your dream home by the river? You're already ahead of the game. Just choose your plans and get started. The property is located within a floodplain, and the Macon County Building Department will guide you through the requirements for new construction. Access is easy via a paved, state-maintained road, and you'll love the convenient location—just a short drive to Franklin or Highlands, NC, placing you right between two popular destination Experience riverfront living at its finest. Please note do not drive down to the river—walk the property only, as septic and drain field lines are installed and marked by white markers.

Listing Agent

Michael Peak

Mason Peak Mountain Properties, LLC Brokerage Phone: 8286341615 License #308526 Listed on: 04/14/2026

Property Details

Property Type

  • Land

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $224

Lot Details

  • 1.27 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • River Front
  • Property fronts a state road
  • Level Lot
  • Open Lot

Parking

  • RV Access or Parking

Location

  • In Flood Plain

Utilities

  • Well
  • Septic Tank
  • Septic Permit Issued

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 7514050317

Property Details

Property Type

Land

Est. Annual Taxes

$224

Lot Details

1.27 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Land,Cleared Lot
  • Prop. Type: Land
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.27
  • Road Frontage Type: State Road
  • Ownership: More than One Year
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Directions: From the US-441 Bypass in Franklin, take the US-64 E exit and proceed towards Highlands for appx 2.3 miles. Turn Lt onto Sugarfork Rd and 0.8 miles. Property will be on your Rt
  • Habitable Residence: No
  • NAV27_rets_property_type: Land
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Possible Use: Residential

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Flood Plain, Open Lot, No Deed Restrictions, Allow RVs
  • Topography: Level
  • View: No
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront, Branch/Stream, River
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront Elevation: 2040
  • Other Structures: None

Utilities

  • Electric: Overhead Electric
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank, Septic Permit
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 55321.2
  • Parcel #: 7514050317

Multi Family

  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 223.65
  • Tax Book Number: E-40

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Home Values in the Area

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Tax History

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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
2025 $224 $70,330 $70,330 $0
2024 $224 $70,330 $70,330 $0
2023 $235 $61,280 $61,280 $0
2022 $235 $49,740 $47,240 $2,500
2021 $227 $49,740 $47,240 $2,500
2020 $203 $47,240 $47,240 $0
2018 $152 $37,800 $37,800 $0
2017 $152 $37,800 $37,800 $0
2016 $152 $37,800 $37,800 $0
2015 $152 $37,800 $37,800 $0
2014 $237 $73,910 $73,910 $0
2013 -- $73,910 $73,910 $0
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/18/2026 07/18/26 Pending -- -- --
07/18/2026 07/18/26 Price Changed $159,000 -5.9% --
04/14/2026 04/14/26 For Sale $169,000 +61.0% --
10/27/2023 10/27/23 Sold $105,000 -12.5% -- View Prior Sale
09/20/2023 09/20/23 Pending -- -- --
09/18/2023 09/18/23 For Sale $120,000 0.0% --
09/06/2023 09/06/23 Pending -- -- --
08/22/2023 08/22/23 For Sale $120,000 -- --
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $105,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $39,000 None Available
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Michael Peak

Mason Peak Mountain Properties, LLC

(828) 656-5695

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I am co-owner of Mason Peak Mountain Properties in Franklin, NC, providing home-buyers and sellers with professional, responsive and attentive real estate services. Want an agent who'll really listen to what you want in a home? Need an agent who knows how to effectively market your home so it sells? Give me a call! I'm eager to help and would love to talk to you.

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MLS Number: 26046905

APN: 7514050317

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