Refined charm meets natural beauty in this 2BD/1BA residence on 3.83 +/- acres. Property includes Watauga Creek owning both sides of the creek! The entire property boasts hiking trails, wildlife opportunities and a potential for a garden area by the creek. As you approach the home you'll hear and see a water feature by the driveway that feeds into the creek. With an open floor plan and a wood-burning fireplace it creates a warm, inviting ambiance. Two bonus rooms offer ideal spaces for a home office, guest suite, or art studio. The lower level includes a single-car garage. Step onto the covered front porch and take in the serene surroundings. The additional, private adjoining lot invites endless possibilities?build a second home, design private walking trails, or simply indulge in the peaceful, wooded escape. Perfectly positioned in the coveted Watauga community, this home would be a great full-time residence, or investment in mountain living. Needs some updating and waiting for your special touches. Priced "as is" to allow for this. Portion of the lower lot is in the floodplain but home is NOT!
Under contract
$279,000
1187 Watauga Rd, Franklin, NC 28734
2beds
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Est.:
Residential
Built in 1977
3.83 Acres Lot
$268,400 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood-burning fireplaceCovered front porchPrivate adjoining lotVaulted ceilingsTwo bonus roomsOpen floor planHiking trails
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 12, 2025 at 03:47pm
Listed by:
Mason Peak Mountain Properties, LLC
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26040851
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Mini-Split
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Primary on Main Level, Open Floorplan
- Flooring: Vinyl, Laminate, Pergo
- Windows: Windows-Insulated/Storm
- Basement: Partial,Finished,Daylight,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry
- Attic: Access Only
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Living area range: 1201-1400 Square Feet
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage-Single in Basement
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Waterfront features: Stream/Creek
Lot
- Size: 3.83 Acres
- Features: Private
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 7506770447
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1977
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well, Private, See Remarks
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Marvic Hills
Location
- Region: Franklin
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $145,070
- Annual tax amount: $688
- Date on market: 5/9/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan,FHA,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Gravel
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