For sale

$799,000

1926 Wilkes Knob Road, Franklin, NC 28734

3beds

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$5,096/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 2008

15.6 Acres Lot

$750,700 Zestimate^®

$--/sqft

$100/mo HOA

What's special

Welcome to your dream mountain retreat! This charming 3BR/2BA home offers year-round mountain views and over 15 acres backing directly to U.S. Forest Service land for unmatched privacy and adventure. A private gravel road leads you to the property, creating the ultimate secluded setting while still being close to town. Relax on the spacious covered porch, perfect for morning coffee or evening sunsets. Inside, the open layout and cozy wood burning fireplace make for warm, inviting living and easy entertaining. The full basement offers endless potential—storage, workshop, or future living space—while the attached oversized two-car garage and paved driveway add convenience. Ideal as a full-time residence, vacation escape, or investment property, this home combines comfort, style, and the rare bonus of acreage with direct national forest access. Come experience the best of mountain living!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 2
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: First

Bedroom 2

Level: First

Bedroom 3

Level: First

Bathroom 1

Level: First

Bathroom 2

Level: First

Heating

Heat Pump

Cooling

Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave
Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Room

Features

High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Basement: Concrete
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Concrete, Garage Faces Side
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Deck
Exterior features: Other, Private Yard
Has view: Yes
View description: Long Range, Mountain(s), Trees/Woods
Waterfront features: None

Lot

Size: 15.6 Acres
Features: Borders National Forest, Private, Secluded, Sloped, Views
Topography: Sloping

Details

Parcel number: 6565477614
Zoning description: Residential

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Roof: Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 2008

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Private, Well
Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Other, See Remarks

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Near National Forest
Subdivision: Graystone Hollow

HOA

Has HOA: Yes
HOA fee: $1,200 annually

Location

Region: Franklin

Financial & listing details

Tax assessed value: $492,460
Annual tax amount: $1,834
Date on market: 5/5/2026
Cumulative days on market: 163 days

Estimated market value

$750,700

$713,000 - $788,000

$2,571/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/9/2026	Price change	$799,000-5.9%
Source: HCMLS #1003194 Report a problem
5/5/2026	Listed for sale	$849,000+102.1%
Source: HCMLS #1003194 Report a problem
11/26/2024	Sold	$420,000
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,835	$492,460
2024	$1,835 +0.6%	$492,460 0%
2023	$1,823 +11.1%	$492,660 +65.7%
2022	$1,641 +1.8%	$297,340
2021	$1,611 +4.9%	$297,340
2020	$1,536 +0.9%	$297,340
2019	$1,523 -1.4%	$297,340 -5%
2018	$1,545	$313,090 -2.9%
2017	--	$322,360
2016	--	$322,360