527 SAUNDERS RD
FRANKLIN, NC 28734
(on 28.55 acres)
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Description
They aren't making any more land like this! Incredible opportunity for a developer, or a "gentleman's" cattle ranch. 28 gorgeous, rolling acres of pasture land in the heart of Franklin, NC just 2 miles from city limits. Super-gentle paved state-maintained access, with additional easement to upper property. Idyllic setting with serene mountain views. A 1940's vintage farmhouse is included and could be updated for living as you build, guest quarters, rental income, or a sales building for your subdivision. 2 wells installed (1 drilled), 2 septic systems, spring, power already to the property. Two spots are in place for watering cattle, including a heated watering trough, plus the fencing is already there for you! You'll appreciate the nostalgia when you see the old tobacco barn, corn crib, cattle barn & canning room. The highly-desirable Holly Springs location provides fast access to town or to Highlands, Sylva, Clayton, and Asheville areas. Being just outside of the city limits/ETJ area means there are no restrictions - ideal for a large single-family home development, mobile home park, tiny home subdivision, a farmer's dream homestead... wherever your imagination leads!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from March 03, 2026
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HOA
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Price/Sqft
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Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 527 SAUNDERS RD
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Gas & Electric Electric: Overhead ElectricHas Electric on Property |
View Has a ViewView: Year Round View |
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Exterior Home Features Fencing: FullOther Structures: Barn(s), Garage(s), House As Is, Outbuilding, Other |
Parking & Garage Has a GarageParking: Garage |
Frontage Waterfront: SpringRoad Frontage: State Road, OtherRoad Surface Type: Paved |
Surface & Elevation Topography: RollingElevation Units: Feet |
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Property Type / Style Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Land, Farm, Rural Acreage-Open |
Building Is Habitable Residence |
Property Information Usage of Home: Residential, Subdevelopment, Farm, Cattle, Double-wide Mobile HomeParcel Number: 7504393532 |
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Price List Price: $775,000 |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: FranklinCommunity: None |
School Information Jr High / Middle School: Macon MiddleHigh School: Franklin |
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Lot Area: 28.555 Acres |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional |
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Mls Number: 26030494Attribution Contact: 8283690000 |
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by John Becker
Bald Head Realty
Bought with: Jessica Mason, Mason Peak Mountain Properties, LLC
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS, MLS#26030494
Price History for 527 SAUNDERS RD
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 10/06/2023 | $735,000 | Sold | Carolina Smokies MLS #26030494 |
| 09/15/2023 | $775,000 | Contingent | Carolina Smokies MLS #26030494 |
| 09/08/2023 | $775,000 | PriceChange | Carolina Smokies MLS #26030494 |
| 05/17/2023 | $799,900 | Listed For Sale | Carolina Smokies MLS #26030494 |
| 11/11/2021 | ListingRemoved | Carolina Smokies MLS | |
| 06/15/2021 | $849,000 | PriceChange | Carolina Smokies MLS #26019544 |
| 05/27/2021 | $899,000 | Listed For Sale | Carolina Smokies MLS #26019544 |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2014 |
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| Assessment | $64,460 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 527 SAUNDERS RD
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.00 | Lot/Land | $129,900 | 07/15/25 | - | - | ||
0.00 | Lot/Land | $119,900 | 03/31/26 | - | - | ||
0.00 | Lot/Land | $119,900 | 08/13/25 | - | - | ||
0.00 | Lot/Land | $79,900 | 09/17/25 | - | - | ||
0.00 | Lot/Land | $79,900 | 09/09/25 | - | - | ||
1.40 | Lot/Land | $400,000 | 09/02/25 | - | - | ||
0.68 | Lot/Land | $15,000 | 03/25/26 | - | - | ||
1.09 | Lot/Land | $10,000 | 09/08/25 | - | - | ||
1.44 | Lot/Land | $82,500 | 11/11/25 | - | - |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 527 SAUNDERS RD.
- East Franklin Elementary
- K-4
- Public
- 360 Students
7/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageThis school is a place where children are happy to arrive every morning. The library is well equipped and staffed by caring professionals. The physical education teachers are among the best in their field. The exceptional children are instructed by a national board certified teacher. The faculty teach with enthusiasm.Teacher Review15y ago - Franklin High
- 9-12
- Public
- 1005 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Averageim a junior atm but im in the summer school we offer and its pretty good the teachers mostly care about your grades they dont really focus on one student all the time though its more thats one or 2 students that arent paying attention but i do enjoy going there its a good school in all honesty.Student Review4y ago - Macon Middle School
- 7-8
- Public
- 599 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageLots of disrespectful teachers, principal and everyone is more worried about your phone dropping out of your pocket and what the girls are wearing then if you get a quality education. I honestly cannot say anything good about this school except for about 5 teachers out of a lot. Librarian tells kids to shut up and yelled at us every time we went to get books. Kids sells lots of vapes and some weird stuff went down in the bathrooms that I can’t put online. WAYYY too concerned about girls clothes…it’s one thing if you’re wearing booty shorts but you would wear shorts that cover everything, and you have to change. PE favorites are always who is the best at the sports they play for them, not who actually tries. Only the curvy girls get dress codes btw, if you’re flat apparently they don’t care. A lockdown while I was there, lots of fights, kids making threats and posting about guns, etc. Crappy school.Other Review11mo ago - Macon Early College High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 115 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Averagemec is one of my favourite schools that ive been to. sometimes the home works a little stressful but its great!Student Review6y ago - Mountain View Intermediate School
- 5-6
- Public
- 567 Students
2/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageOddly, MVI has for the last couple of years had a policy of no homework. This doesn't seem like a good strategy for a school that is performing poorly in standardized tests in all subject areas. Additionally, it fails to prepare students who will be entering the middle school across the street where homework is given and expected to be completed. Another step in the wrong direction this year was the removal of grouping by academic level. Mixing all levels together in classes results in teachers having to teach to the middle in classes of mixed abilities and fails to help both students at the higher and lower ends of the spectrum.Parent Review6mo ago 
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What Locals Say about Franklin
At least 107 Trulia users voted on each feature.
90 % Say car is needed
86 % Say parking is easy
84 % Say yards are well-kept
79 % 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
63 % Say people would walk alone at night
59 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say kids play outside
33 % Say there are community events
31 % Say streets are well-lit
22 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
18 % Say there are sidewalks
16 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
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527 SAUNDERS RD, FRANKLIN, NC 28734 is a lot/land. This property is not currently available for sale. 527 SAUNDERS RD was last sold on Oct 6, 2023 for $735,000 (5% lower than the asking price of $775,000).