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$3,977,888
6beds
6,200sqft

490 Red Wolf Run, Franklin, NC 28734

6beds
6,200sqft
Residential
Built in 2008
34.7 Acres Lot
$3,487,400 Zestimate®
$642/sqft

What's special

Table for eightThick moldingsRich unmatched woodworkStunning wine cellarSpacious laundry roomWolf appliancesDramatic masonry wood-burning fireplace

Mountain Top Sanctuary minutes from the Franklin, NC airport. This Extraordinary Mountaintop Estate sits on 34.7 pristine acres, bordered on three sides by USFS with 1/3 mile of a bold, native trout stream flowing through the heart of the property. Soaring 25-foot ceilings in the Great Room, anchored by a dramatic masonry wood-burning fireplace. Rich, unmatched woodwork, thick moldings, built in shelving, Kolbe windows and French Doors, a Solid Walnut Front Door and quarter sewn five inch oak floors throughout showcass the quality of construction. Breathtaking views of Wayah Bald from almost every room. At the heart of the home, a chef's country kitchen complemented by Wolf appliances, designer cabinetry, a custom built-in pot rack over island, and table for eight. Antique granite countertops are paired with polished nickel Newport Brass faucets, creating an inviting culinary space. Adjacent, an impressive butler's pantry, a spacious laundry room, and a second powder room for seamless entertaining. The formal dining room is enveloped in natural light by eight-foot doors and expansive windows that invite the surrounding forest and mountain scenery indoors. Just beyond the kitchen, a large screened porch captures sweeping views of Wayah Bald—where the Appalachian Trail & Bartram Trail pass. The main-level primary suite, a true retreat, offers a spa-inspired bath complete with heated floors, whirlpool tub, Toto Neorest toilet, dual walk-in closets, additional cedar and linen closets. The upper level hosts two elegant guest suites, each with generous baths finished in quartzite, stone, and granite, along with a sunlit loft ideal for a home office or reading lounge.The terrace level offers a second great room with slate flooring, a stone fireplace, a stunning wine cellar, and 2 additional unfinished guest suites with plumbing installed. Step outside to the Impressive Greenhouse filled with Exotic Orchids. Most Furnishings will remain (not included decor or art)

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Source: NGBOR,MLS#: 434884
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Living Room

Kitchen

Dining Room

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The Holly Nelson Team 706-455-7400,

Engel & Volkers North Georgia Mountains,

Holly Nelson 706-455-7400,

Engel & Volkers North Georgia Mountains

Source: NGBOR,MLS#: 434884

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms
  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 7
  • Full bathrooms: 5
  • Partial bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 1
Rooms
  • Room types: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Great Room, Loft
Primary bedroom
  • Level: Main,Upper
Heating
  • Central, Heat Pump
Cooling
  • Central Air
Appliances
  • Included: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Tankless Water Heater
  • Laundry: Main Level, See Remarks, Laundry Room
Features
  • Pantry, Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Sheetrock, Wood, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Speed Internet
  • Flooring: Wood, Tile
  • Windows: Insulated Windows, Screens, See Remarks
  • Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Full
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Vented, Wood Burning
Interior area
  • Total structure area: 6,200
  • Total interior livable area: 6,200 sqft
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Property

Parking
  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Garage, Gravel
  • Garage spaces: 3
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Patio & porch: Screened, Front Porch, Deck
  • Exterior features: Private Yard
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Mountain(s), Year Round, Creek/Stream, Long Range
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Creek/Stream
  • Waterfront features: Creek, Creek Access
  • Body of water: Ray Creek
  • Frontage type: Creek,USFS
Lot
  • Size: 34.7 Acres
  • Topography: Sloping,Rolling
Details
  • Parcel number: 6546509012
  • Other equipment: Generator

Construction

Type & style
  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cabin,Traditional,Country,Craftsman
  • Property subtype: Residential
Materials
  • Frame, Timber/Pole Frame, Wood Siding, Stone, Concrete
  • Roof: Shingle
Condition
  • Resale
  • New construction: No
  • Year built: 2008

Utilities & green energy

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Private, Well
  • Utilities for property: Cable Available

Community & HOA

Community
  • Subdivision: None
Location
  • Region: Franklin

Financial & listing details

  • Price per square foot: $642/sqft
  • Tax assessed value: $1,238,140
  • Annual tax amount: $4,431
  • Date on market: 8/4/2026
  • Road surface type: Paved

Price history

DateEventPrice
4/1/2026Price change$3,977,888-11.4%$642/sqft
Source: NGBOR #422437 Report a problem
1/21/2026Listed for sale$4,490,000$724/sqft
Source: NGBOR #422437 Report a problem

Public tax history

YearProperty taxesTax assessment
2025$4,431 $1,238,140
2024$4,431 +0.3%$1,238,140
2023$4,419 +20.7%$1,238,140 +79.7%
2022$3,660 +1.9%$688,870
2021$3,591 +5.1%$688,870
2020$3,417 +0.4%$688,870
2019$3,404 -0.8%$688,870 -7.1%
2018$3,433 $741,870
2017-- $741,870
2016-- $741,870
2015-- $741,870 -27.3%
2014-- $1,020,310
2013-- $1,020,310
2012-- $1,020,310
2011-- $1,020,310
2010-- $1,020,310
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Monthly payment

Est. payment
$22,929/mo
Principal & interest
$21504
Property taxes
$1425
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Estimated market value

$3,487,400

$3.28M - $3.73M

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Neighborhood: 28734

Nearby schools

Iotla Elementary
Grades PK-4 • 7 miles
8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10
Student Progress Rating
9/10
Macon Middle School
Grades 7-8 • 10.5 miles
6/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10
Student Progress Rating
7/10
Franklin High
Grades 9-12 • 8.9 miles
5/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
5/10
College Readiness Rating
6/10
Student Progress Rating
3/10