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    • Price cut: $50K (10/29)
    $798,000

    5140 Wayah Rd, Franklin, NC 28734

    2beds
    2,350sqft
    : 
    Residential, Cabin
    Built in 1995
    0.91 Acres Lot
    $758,000 Zestimate®
    $340/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Beautifully designed contemporary cabinNatural lightLush year-round rhododendron greeneryVaulted ceilingsRich hardwood floorsLarge multi-level deckMain-level spacious master suite
    Creekfront custom home on rushing Wayah Creek, perfectly positioned at the forks of 2 trout streams & adjacent to the Nantahala National Forest. This beautifully designed contemporary cabin offers 2 bedrooms, 2 baths & bonus room with extra large sleeping area. High-quality furnishings included, making it move-in ready! Open & airy with vaulted ceilings, abundant windows & natural light. Enjoy the dramatic stacked stone fireplace with gas logs, rich hardwood floors & a spacious kitchen featuring granite countertops, gas range, breakfast bar & walk-in pantry. Multiple rooms overlook lush year-round rhododendron greenery, water & surrounding forest. Main-level spacious master suite includes a private bath, separate shower & soaking tub, and private deck overlooking creek. Upstairs features a second bedroom, full bathroom, living room and XL bonus room with windows, closets & sleeping area. Large multi-level deck with firepit & salt water hot tub is perfect for enjoying the sounds of the year-round flowing creeks. Two separate driveways provide parking for multiple vehicles. Currently a very successful Airbnb. A true mountain retreat with unmatched natural beauty. Paradise.
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    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 29, 2025 at 10:23am

    Listed by:

    Marty Kimsey,

    Re/Max Elite Realty

    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26042195

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Main level bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Level: First
    • Area: 253
    • Dimensions: 16.5 x 15.33
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 137.89
    • Dimensions: 12.17 x 11.33
    Dining room
    • Level: First
    Kitchen
    • Level: First
    • Area: 437.33
    • Dimensions: 27.33 x 16
    Living room
    • Level: First
    • Area: 345
    • Dimensions: 23 x 15
    Heating
    • Electric, Propane, Forced Air, Heat Pump
    Cooling
    • Central Electric, Heat Pump
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
    Features
    • Breakfast Bar, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Ceiling Fan(s), Soaking Tub, Large Master Bedroom, Main Level Living, Primary w/Ensuite, Primary on Main Level, Open Floorplan
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
    • Doors: Doors-Insulated
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Partial
    • Attic: Floored
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Gas Log, Stone
    • Furnished: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,350
    • Total interior livable area: 2,350 sqft
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    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: No Garage, None-Carport
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
    • On waterfront: Yes
    • Waterfront features: River Front, Stream/Creek
    Lot
    • Size: 0.91 Acres
    • Features: Adjoins USFS, Private
    • Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
    Details
    • Parcel number: 6544349970

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary,Cabin
    • Property subtype: Residential, Cabin
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding, Stone
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Year built: 1995

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Septic Tank
    • Water: Well, Private

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Franklin

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $340/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $528,620
    • Annual tax amount: $2,192
    • Date on market: 9/18/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
    • Road surface type: Paved
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    Estimated market value

    $758,000

    $720,000 - $796,000

    $1,903/mo

    Price history

    Price history
    DateEventPrice
    10/29/2025Price change$798,000-5.9%$340/sqft
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042195 Report a problem
    9/18/2025Listed for sale$848,000+118.6%$361/sqft
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26042195 Report a problem
    5/14/2018Sold$388,000-2.8%$165/sqft
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26005922 Report a problem
    4/9/2018Pending sale$399,000$170/sqft
    Source: Clickit Realty (MLS only) #26005922 Report a problem
    8/3/2017Price change$399,000-4.8%$170/sqft
    Source: Clickit Realty (MLS only) #26005922 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    Public tax history
    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$1,805 +0.7%$528,620 +0%
    2023$1,792 -3.8%$528,520 +42.3%
    2022$1,863 $371,440

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    BuyAbility℠ payment

    Est. payment
    $4,383/mo
    Principal & interest
    $3818
    Property taxes
    $286
    Home insurance
    $279

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