Discover the freedom of mountain living with this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick ranch situated on 23.21 unrestricted acres just minutes from town in the desirable Riverbend community. Whether you're looking for a private mountain retreat, family homestead, mini farm, or investment opportunity, this property offers exceptional potential. The solid brick home features an unfinished basement, providing ample storage or the opportunity to expand the living space. The unrestricted acreage offers room for horses, livestock, gardening, recreation, additional homesites, or future development. Investors and developers will appreciate the property's size, flexibility, and prime location. Enjoy the peaceful mountain setting while remaining close to shopping, dining, medical facilities, and everyday conveniences. As an added bonus, you'll have access to Lake Emory for fishing, kayaking, and outdoor recreation. With unrestricted land, mountain views, proximity to town, and endless possibilities, this is a rare opportunity to create your dream property or invest in Western North Carolina's growing market.
For sale
$450,000
156 Knob Hill Rd, Franklin, NC 28734
3beds
--sqft
Residential
Built in 1969
23.21 Acres Lot
$422,700 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Solid brick home
- 60 days
- 2,095
- 176
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Danielle Serjan,
Realty One Group Vibe
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26047817
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- Central Electric
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Electric Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Living/Dining Room, Main Level Living, Primary on Main Level, Sunroom
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Doors: Doors-Insulated
- Basement: Full,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Washer/Dryer Hook-up,Bath/Stubbed
- Attic: Storage Only
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Living area range: 1201-1400 Square Feet
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage-Double Attached, Garage-Double Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 4
Features
- Exterior features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Short Range View, View-Winter, View Year Round
- Waterfront features: Lake, Lake Access
Lot
- Size: 23.21 Acres
- Features: Allow RVs, Private, Rolling, Suitable for Horses, Unrestricted, Wooded
- Residential vegetation: Heavily Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 6596201180
- Horses can be raised: Yes
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch/Single
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1969
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well, Private
- Utilities for property: Cell Service Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Franklin
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $252,810
- Annual tax amount: $979
- Date on market: 7/27/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$422,700
$402,000 - $444,000
$1,849/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $450,000+164.7% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047817 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2017 | Sold | $170,000-8.8% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26003502 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2017 | Pending sale | $186,500 |
Source: Carolina Smokies Association of Realtors & MLS #26003502 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2016 | Listed for sale | $186,500 |
Source: Unique Properties Of Franklin #26003502 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $980 | $252,810 |
| 2024 | $980 +6% | $252,810 -0.1% |
| 2023 | $924 -6% | $253,010 +35.9% |
| 2022 | $983 +3% | $186,180 |
| 2021 | $954 +5.2% | $186,180 |
| 2020 | $907 +1.5% | $186,180 |
| 2019 | $894 -18.2% | $186,180 -24.7% |
| 2018 | $1,093 | $247,230 |
| 2017 | -- | $247,230 +39.3% |
| 2016 | -- | $177,430 |
| 2015 | $793 +3% | $177,430 -17.5% |
| 2014 | $770 | $215,110 |
| 2013 | $770 | $215,110 |
| 2012 | -- | $215,110 |
| 2011 | -- | $215,110 |
| 2010 | -- | $215,110 |
| 2009 | -- | $215,110 |
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