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  • $255,000

    133 Bryson Branch Rd, Franklin, NC 28734

    2beds
    799sqft
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    $1,556/mo
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    Residential, Cabin
    Built in 1986
    1.01 Acres Lot
    $243,200 Zestimate®
    $319/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Charming cabinTranquil settingSpacious covered wraparound porchNice level yard areaPeaceful wooded settingWarm and welcoming atmosphereStorage shed
    YOUR COZY MOUNTAIN ESCAPE AWAITS! Welcome to Lazy Bear Lodge! Tucked away in a peaceful wooded setting, this charming cabin offers the perfect blend of privacy, comfort, and mountain living! Whether you're searching for a personal getaway, full-time residence, or income-producing vacation rental, this inviting retreat checks all the boxes. Sip your morning coffee on the spacious covered wraparound porch while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature, or spend your evenings gathered around the outdoor firepit under the stars. Surrounded by beautiful mature trees, the property offers a tranquil setting with a nice level yard area, storage shed, and plenty of room to relax and unwind. Inside, you'll find a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel right at home. Recent improvements include a heat pump with central air conditioning that's only one year old, and the septic system was last pumped in 2022. Currently operating as a short-term rental and being sold furnished, this cabin offers a wonderful opportunity for buyers looking for a mountain retreat with rental potential. Vacation rentals are permitted, and cell service is available! Conveniently located approximately 6.5 miles from downtown Franklin, you'll enjoy easy access to local restaurants, shopping, hiking, waterfalls, and all the outdoor adventures Western North Carolina has to offer. Come experience the simple pleasures of mountain living—your little slice of the Smokies is waiting!
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    Listed by:

    Christy Mitchell,

    Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices-Great Smokys

    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26048789

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: First
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: First
      Heating
      • Electric, Heat Pump
      Cooling
      • Central Electric
      Appliances
      • Included: Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
      Features
      • Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen/Dining Room, Main Level Living, Primary on Main Level
      • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Laminate
      • Windows: Insulated Windows
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Attic: None
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      • Furnished: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 799
      • Total interior livable area: 799 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: No Garage, None-Carport
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Deck
      • Exterior features: Rustic Appearance
      Lot
      • Size: 1.01 Acres
      • Features: Allow RVs, Level Yard, Private, Rolling, Unrestricted
      • Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage Building/Shed
      • Parcel number: 7503879460

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cabin
      • Property subtype: Residential, Cabin
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • Year built: 1986

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Shared Well
      • Utilities for property: Cell Service Available

      Community & HOA

      Location
      • Region: Franklin

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $319/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $192,020
      • Annual tax amount: $730
      • Date on market: 10/17/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,USDA Loan,FHA,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $243,200

        $231,000 - $255,000

        $1,499/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/17/2026Listed for sale$255,000+30.8%$319/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26048789 Report a problem
        10/21/2022Sold$195,000-13.3%$244/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3895657 Report a problem
        10/21/2022Pending sale$225,000$282/sqft
        Source: BHHS broker feed #26028251 Report a problem
        9/22/2022Contingent$225,000$282/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26028251 Report a problem
        9/22/2022Pending sale$225,000$282/sqft
        Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26028251 Report a problem
        9/14/2022Price change$225,000-4.3%$282/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3895657 Report a problem
        8/19/2022Listed for sale$235,000+122.7%$294/sqft
        Source: Canopy MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #3895657 Report a problem
        8/2/2005Sold$105,500$132/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$731 $192,020
        2024$731 +1.7%$192,020
        2023$719 +18.9%$192,020 +82.6%
        2022$604 +2.9%$105,150
        2021$587 +4.7%$105,150
        2020$561 +2.4%$105,150
        2019$548 $105,150 -3.4%
        2018$548 +2.7%$108,870
        2017$533 $108,870
        2016$533 $108,870
        2015$533 +4.5%$108,870 -6.5%
        2014$510 $116,440
        2013$510 $116,440
        2012-- $116,440
        2011-- $116,440
        2010-- $116,440
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 28734

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        Car-Dependent
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        Somewhat Bikeable

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