1817 Lakeside Dr, Franklin, NC 28734
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FOR SALE
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56.5 ACRES

$1,500,000

    1817 Lakeside Dr, Franklin, NC 28734

    Est. Mortgage $8,309/mo*
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    Home Highlights

    Lot/Land
    56.5 acre lot

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around 1817 Lakeside Dr.
    • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School2 High Schools
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    56.6 acres partially within Franklin city limits, walking distance to Main Street and public river access on the Little Tennessee Greenway. Rolling hardwood timber, year-round mountain views, a branch-fed stream, and paved state road frontage. Overhead electric in place, fiber optic available, no deed restrictions, no HOA. Franklin draws 300,000 visitors a year. Boutique shops, breweries, farm-to-table dining, and the Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are within walking distance of this property. So is the river. Walkable acreage at this scale, this close to an active downtown, does not come available in Western North Carolina. This parcel has been in two families since 1944 and has never been publicly listed. A house conveys as-is. Suitable for residential development, a mixed-use community, or a private estate. Cash or conventional. Appointment only.
    Last check for updates: 38 minutes ago
    Listing courtesy of Jonathan Tharp
    KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
    Source: My State MLS, MLS#11550117

    Home Details for 1817 Lakeside Dr

    Interior Features

    Heating & Cooling
    No CoolingNo Heating
    Fireplace & Spa
    No Fireplace
    View
    No View

    Exterior Features

    Exterior Home Features
    No Private Pool
    Parking & Garage
    No Garage
    Frontage
    Not on Waterfront

    Days on Market

    Days on Market: 114

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Building
    Not a New Construction
    Property Information
    Parcel Number: 6595355389

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $1,500,000

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Active

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: Franklin
    School Information
    Elementary School District: 000000Jr High / Middle School District: 000000High School District: 000000

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 11550117

    Community

    Not Senior Community

    HOA

    No HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 56.50 acres

    Offer

    Listing Agreement Type: Exclusive

    Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 11550117

    Around this home

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    What Locals Say about Franklin

    At least 108 Trulia users voted on each feature.
    • 91 % Say car is needed

    • 86 % Say parking is easy

    • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

    • 78 % Say there's holiday spirit

    • 78 % Say it's quiet

    • 74 % Say there's wildlife

    • 72 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

    • 67 % Say it's dog friendly

    • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

    • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

    • 51 % Say kids play outside

    • 32 % Say there are community events

    • 31 % Say streets are well-lit

    • 23 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    • 18 % Say there are sidewalks

    • 17 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • Hollykay568
      "I love Franklin Nc, the mountains, the people, the way of life. Kids are still kids here and church values mater"
    • Cromwell.nancy
      "Very quiet neighborhood close to town. Neighbors are very friendly and helpful. You can socialize as little or as much as you want to without pressure. "
    • Cromwell.nancy
      "I live only 7 minutes from my workplace. Very easy commute as Franklin doesn’t have much of a traffic problem. "
    • Hcbaby9012
      "Great place and good people. Have been here for over half my life and will raise my kids here. The views are amazing."
    • Jennifer
      "Most events held in Franklin NC are old-fashioned and geared towards the elderly age group. Up to date technology is not widely used and internet is rarely available here. There is very little to do in Franklin for the 18 - 45 year old age range, unless you like to hike. Easy trip to make a Asheville though for fun. "
    • Tisha G.
      "it's a good quit neighborhood a very good place to raise kids or grandkids and we have alot of beautiful scenery and mountian views "
    • Dianna L. C. C.
      "Wonderful quite beautiful place love the Mountain View. My neighbors are wonderful people not far from shopping centers."
    • Nicole
      "You would need to have your own vehicle or use Macon Transit to get around town. If you live in the boonies, you will def need a vehicle in order to get around town. If you live in the heart of town, you can walk to different destinations."
    • Ben K.
      "Great little small town, nestled right in the middle of the mountains! Friendly people all around. Lots of people from Florida move in for the summer months. "
    • Erika.diaz5689
      "It’s very nice Community, everything is close. The people are helpful and respectfully. The mountains are beautiful "
    • Tisha G.
      "there are a lot of dogs around and the kids love playing with them and they are alit of animal lovers around here also"
    • Tisha G.
      "its Really quite and a good place to raise children. I love the scenery and the schools are great. I would recommend Franklin for anybody to live and raise a family."
    • Linda J
      "I live 7 mi out in the country. The downtown area is safe and many people are out walking. There is a grocery store in the downtown area. "
    • Coweecabin
      "My house is in the country and I have fenced yard for the pets safety. Haven’t heard any coyotes. The neighborhood is well kept as are the roads and we have friendly neighbors. Nice area to walk your dog. "
    • CherylM
      "This is a neighborhood that takes you back in time. We care about each other. It is a safe place to live. Peaceful, beautiful and close to all that Franklin has to offer."
    • Mgy.simon
      "I LOVE IT IN Franklin, if you are a Veteran this place is for you... plenty of things to do in Franklin"
    • Tina Ballant
      "Small town with wonderful people. Surrounded by mountains and rivers, lots of outdoor stuff to do like hiking, rafting and camping."
    • Kala
      "downtown events and the small friendly community of people we live around. halloween on Bidwell, Christmas displays downtown. fall festivals, and so on."
    • Serenityseeking
      "Nice friendly area, safe, great neighborhood. Beautiful area and inexpensive cost of living. Good for retirees."
    • Serenityseeking
      "no crime, sleepy neighborhood, animal friendly, pretty flowers and trees, church close, singing in the square down town, help if you need it. "
    • Trraby12
      "great place to live. i have lived here all my life. i wouldn't want to live anywhere else. "
    • Sammi H.
      "My commute is a long beautiful windy mountain road, it is a very stress free 30 min drive. There are some nice restaurants in town along with shopping and an arcade. Once in town everything is close."
    • Betsy K.
      "This area of Franklin, NC is absolutely perfect to live in the beautiful mountains!"

    Market trends in Franklin

    Last updated July 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $280K
    $7K
    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    97.0%
    0.2%
    MoM
    Price per sq ft
    $182
    $8
    MoM
    Available listings
    311
    22
    MoM

    Home Value

    Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

    Comparable sales

    These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
    Address
    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    0.29
    Lot/Land
    $14,000
    05/01/26
    -
    -
    0.40
    Lot/Land
    $53,000
    12/17/25
    -
    -
    0.67
    Lot/Land
    $18,334
    08/21/26
    -
    -
    0.84
    Lot/Land
    $62,000
    11/14/25
    -
    -
    1.08
    Lot/Land
    $32,000
    05/26/26
    -
    -
    1.08
    Lot/Land
    $30,000
    08/18/26
    -
    -
    1.09
    Lot/Land
    $18,334
    08/21/26
    -
    -
    1.09
    Lot/Land
    $18,332
    08/21/26
    -
    -
    1.09
    Lot/Land
    $50,999
    03/02/26
    -
    -
    1.22
    Lot/Land
    $24,000
    03/23/26
    -
    -

    Nearby home prices

    Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
    Address
    Distance
    Price
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Status
    0.18
    $383,200
    4
    3
    -
    Off Market
    0.22
    $285,500
    3
    3.5
    -
    Off Market
    0.23
    $265,000
    3
    3
    -
    Recently Sold
    0.23
    $299,000
    4
    3
    2,205
    For Sale
    0.25
    $283,400
    3
    3
    -
    Off Market
    0.26
    $297,400
    2
    2
    -
    Off Market
    0.25
    $174,600
    2
    1
    -
    Off Market
    0.27
    $239,900
    3
    1.5
    -
    Off Market
    0.27
    $287,200
    2
    1.5
    -
    Off Market
    0.28
    $256,000
    2
    1
    -
    Off Market
    0.30
    $282,000
    3
    2
    -
    Off Market

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    May 19, 2026
    Source: My State MLS #11550117
    Listed For Sale
    $1,500,000
    May 1, 2026
    Source: My State MLS #11550117
    ListingRemoved
    $1,800,000
    May 16, 2025
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26040941
    Listed For Sale
    $1,800,000
    Mar 1, 2025
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26039237
    ListingRemoved
    $2,000,000
    Jun 11, 2024
    Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26036946
    Listed For Sale
    $2,000,000

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    Jonathan Tharp, KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY

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    Frequently asked questions about 1817 Lakeside Dr

    • How big is 1817 Lakeside Dr?
      1817 Lakeside Dr in Franklin, NC is about 56.5 acres.
    • What is the price per acre for 1817 Lakeside Dr?
      1817 Lakeside Dr in Franklin, NC is listed at $1,500,000, or about $25K per acre.
    • What do residents say about Franklin?
      Residents describe Franklin, NC as easy to park in, well-kept, and quiet. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Franklin, NC.
    • What are the closest schools to 1817 Lakeside Dr?
      The closest schools to 1817 Lakeside Dr in Franklin, NC are East Franklin Elementary (rated 7/10), Franklin High (rated 5/10), Macon Early College High School (rated 7/10).
    1817 Lakeside Dr, Franklin, NC 28734 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by My State MLS on May 19, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 11550117.