739 Mark Dowdle Rd, Franklin, NC 28734
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739 Mark Dowdle Rd
Franklin, NC 28734

  • 4 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 6,024 sqft (on 4.40 acres)

$2,850,000

Est. Mortgage $15,238/mo*

$2,850,000

Est. Mortgage $15,238/mo*
4 Beds
5 Baths
6,024 sqft
(on 4.40 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School2 High Schools
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Description

A rare legacy estate where timeless craftsmanship meets mountain luxury. Behind a private gated entrance, this extraordinary custom timber-frame home offers 4 bedrooms, 4 full baths, 2 half baths, and an unparalleled lifestyle. Set on beautifully landscaped acreage with a peaceful creek, every detail reflects exceptional quality and thoughtful design. The chef's kitchen features premium appliances, custom cabinetry, a wood-fired pizza oven, and a spacious butler's pantry. The luxurious primary suite includes a cedar sauna and spa-inspired bath, while a second primary suite on the lower level is ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Enjoy multiple fireplaces, a game room, private guest quarters, custom pool, basketball court, and a 2-car garage. Expansive covered porches, multiple outdoor gathering spaces, and a timber-frame pavilion with fire pit create the perfect setting for year-round entertaining and unforgettable evenings. This one-of-a-kind mountain retreat offers countless additional custom features and fine details that cannot be fully captured here they must be experienced in person.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$473
Listed
11 days ago

Home Details for 739 Mark Dowdle Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Finished,Heated,Recreation/Game Room,Exterior Entry,Interior Entry,Washer/Dryer Hook-up,Finished BathNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 6024 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cell Service AvailableTelephone: Cell Service AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Tankless Water HeaterDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric,Wood,Forced Air,Heat PumpHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Electric,Heat PumpHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Wood Burning, BasementHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Insulated WindowsFlooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
View
Has a ViewView: Short Range View

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, PorchVegetation: Partially WoodedOther Structures: Outbuilding/Workshop, Storage Building/Shed
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Garage-Double Attached,Garage Apartment,Garage Door Opener,Paved Driveway
Pool
Pool: Outdoor Pool
Frontage
Waterfront: Stream/CreekRoad Frontage: Other
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 11

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2005
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: ResidentialArchitecture: Traditional,Timber Frame,Custom
Building
Construction Materials: HardiPlank Type, Wood Siding, Board & Batten Siding
Property Information
Parcel Number: 6582948940

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,850,000Price Per Sqft: $473

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Franklin

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 26047693

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 6024 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4.4 Acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 26047693Living Area Range: 4000+Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttic: Storage OnlyAttribution Contact: 8283708423
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Dawson Johnson
Realty One Group Vibe
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS, MLS#26047693
Also Listed on BHHS broker feed, HCMLS.

Market trends in Franklin

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$303K
$8.67K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
96.9%
0.2%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$162
$0
MoM
Available listings
273
34
MoM

Price History for 739 Mark Dowdle Rd

DatePriceEventSource
06/26/2026$2,850,000Listed For SaleCarolina Smokies MLS #26047693
11/13/2020$1,330,000Sold
Carolina Smokies MLS #26017089
09/28/2020$1,180,000PendingAgent Provided
09/15/2020$1,180,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/10/2019$1,695,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2020
Tax$121
Assessment$26,500
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 739 Mark Dowdle Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1.21
Single-Family Home
$786,000
09/19/25
3
4.5
3,600
0.71
Single-Family Home
$367,000
12/29/25
4
3
1,620
0.60
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$393,000
08/08/25
3
2.5
-
0.30
Single-Family Home
$230,000
03/20/26
3
2
-
0.29
Single-Family Home
$280,000
06/24/26
2
1.5
1,210
1.04
Single-Family Home
$560,000
12/30/25
4
3
-
0.73
Single-Family Home
$315,000
08/08/25
3
3
-
0.65
Single-Family Home
$207,000
08/21/25
3
2
1,620

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Franklin

At least 107 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 91 % 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

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say kids play outside

  • 33 % 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!"

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Dawson Johnson, Realty One Group Vibe
Copyright Carolina Smokies Association of Realtors & MLS. All rights reserved. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
739 Mark Dowdle Rd, Franklin, NC 28734 is a 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 6,024 sqft single-family home built in 2005. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Carolina Smokies MLS on Jun 26, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 26047693.