When was property at 523 Sundown Drive built and last sold?

The property at 523 Sundown Drive was built in 1985 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.

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Macon

28734

523 Sundown Drive

$250,000

● House - Off Market

523 Sundown Drive

Franklin, NC 28734

3 Beds

4 Baths

2,177 Ft²

$1,413

Est. Monthly

About This Property

Escape to your own private sanctuary on 5 sprawling acres with breathtaking views! This unique property offers incredible potential as a weekend getaway, vacation rental, or investment opportunity in a truly serene setting.

Recent updates include a brand new AC system, a new roof and other major improvements. The expansive wrap-around deck is the crown jewel of this home, perfect for entertaining or soaking in the panoramic vistas from your private hot tub. Abundant outdoor space and stunning natural surroundings. This property is a blank canvas ready for your personal vision. Whether you're seeking a retreat from city life, a lucrative rental property in a desirable location, or a renovation project with incredible bones, this home delivers on location and potential.

Unit Size

2,177 Ft²

Days on Market

Land Size

5.08 acres

Price per sqft

$132

Property Type

House

Property Taxes

HOA Dues

Year Built

1985

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Last updated: 11 months ago (CANOPYMLS #CAR4315439)

Price History

Date / Event	Date	Event
Dec 16, 2025	Sold	Premium
Sold
Nov 7, 2025	In contract	-
In contract
Oct 29, 2025	Listed by Fathom Realty	$287,649
Listed by Fathom Realty
May 9, 2024	No longer available	-
No longer available
Apr 3, 2024	In contract	-
In contract
Mar 29, 2024	No longer available	-
No longer available
Mar 29, 2024	Listed by Bald Head Realty	$240,000
Listed by Bald Head Realty

	Bring your imagination and transform this Chink Log Home into a showplace! Nestled on 5+ acres that adjoins USFS in the peaceful Cowee Community. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the natural setting where your privacy is insured and you have 100's of USFS acres to explore. Previous long range view can be opened up with some trimming. Original home was 1BR/1BA. Owner purchased in 1991 & made several additions. Unique floorplan w/many rooms. 3 BRs, Office, Sunroom, 4 Full Baths. Main Level has Primary BR + Guest BR. 2 Upper Level Wings - one has Guest Suite w/Full Bath, the other is a Bonus Room w/Full Bath. Central Heat & Air new 2017. Hardwood Floors, Beadboard & Glass Block Walls. Big Jetted Tub in room off Primary BR & a Jetted Tub in Bonus Room. No warranties as they have not been used for years. Home being SOLD AS IS. Lots of deferred maintenance. Multiple active leaks in roof & windows. Roll up your sleeves, do the work and this could be the mountain home you've been dreaming of. Home is priced accordingly. No internet - Buyers to investigate options. Rough, gravel winding road for 1/2 mile, 4WD or AWD a MUST. CAUTION: No pickets on deck railing. New Well Pump 3/2024.
Mar 6, 2024	Listed by Bald Head Realty	$260,000
Listed by Bald Head Realty

	Bring your imagination and transform this Chink Log Home into a showplace! Nestled on 5+ acres that adjoins USFS in the peaceful Cowee Community. Outdoor enthusiasts will love the natural setting where your privacy is insured and you have 100's of USFS acres to explore. Previous long range view can be opened up with some trimming. Original home was 1BR/1BA. Owner purchased in 1991 & made several additions. Unique floorplan w/many rooms. 3 BRs, Office, Sunroom, 4 Full Baths. Main Level has Primary BR + Guest BR. 2 Upper Level Wings - one has Guest Suite w/Full Bath, the other is a Bonus Room w/Full Bath. Central Heat & Air new 2017. Hardwood Floors, Beadboard & Glass Block Walls. Big Jetted Tub in room off Primary BR & a Jetted Tub in Bonus Room. No warranties as they have not been used for years. Home being SOLD AS IS. Lots of deferred maintenance. Multiple active leaks in roof & windows. Roll up your sleeves, do the work and this could be the mountain home you've been dreaming of. Home is priced accordingly. No internet - Buyers to investigate options. Rough, gravel winding road for 1/2 mile, 4WD or AWD a MUST. CAUTION: No pickets on deck railing. New Well Pump 3/2024.

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Building Info

Overview

General

Year Built: 1985

Effective Year Built: 1985
Total Rooms: 3
Bedroom Count: 1
Bathroom Count: 1
Full Bathrooms: 1
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Building Condition: 6
Building Quality: 9
Construction Type: 9
Building Style: 26
Exterior Walls Type: 9
Interior Walls Type: 0
Roof Shape Type: 0
Roof Cover Type: 0
Floor Count: 150
Floor Cover: 0
Basement Type: 0
Basement Area: 0
Garage Type: 3
Parking Space Count: 1
Patio Type: 20
Porch Type: 7
Pool Type: 0

Dimensions

Lot Size Square Feet: 221,285

Lot Size Frontage Feet: 0
Total Building Area: 1,969
Building Area: 1,969
Building Area Measurement: E

Heating and Cooling

Fireplace Count: 1

Air Conditioning: 0
Heating: 4
Heated Square Feet: 1,969
Heating Fuel Type: 3

Utilities

Sewer System: 4

Water Service: 6

Building

Building Type: 0

Property Class: R
Subdivision: RUBY VALLEY
Land Acres: 0000005080
Standard Land Use Code: 1001
County Land Use Code: D
Legal Description 1: OFF 1344

Neighborhood

School District Name: Macon County Schools

School Tax School District: F08 COWEE
Census Tract: 970100

Zoning

Zoning: R

Geography

Assessors Map Reference: MAP 6597

Account Number: 48453
District: 11
Parcel: 6597773624
Municipality: COWEE
Latitude: 35.2585
Longitude: -83.3643

Address

Full Address: 523 Sundown Dr

Address - House Number: 523
Address - Street Name: Sundown
Address - Suffix Type: Dr
State: NC
City Name: Franklin
Carrier Code: R004
4-Digit Zip Code: 0685
Zip Code: 28734

Valuation

Tax

Tax Year: 2023

Tax Amount: $112,489

Appraisal Valuation

Standard Deviation: 0.1977

Valuation Date: Mar 06, 2024
Confidence Score: 73
Final Value: 372,679
High Value: 446,374
Low Value: 298,984

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Market Valuation

Market Total Value: $292,210

Market Land Value: $63,440
Market Improvement Value: $228,770

Assessments Valuation

Assessed Year: 2023

Assessed Total Value: $292,210
Assessed Land Value: $63,440
Assessed Improvements Value: $228,770

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Median Asking:

$375,000

Sale Price/ft²

$286

Below Asking

0.04%

Average Days on Market

103

Average Home Size

1938 ft²

Average Home Age

24.8 years

Currently For Sale

53 Listings

Based on RH Advisors, Inc. calculations of home data from MLS and/or public records.

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Listed by: Nathan Ford, Fathom Realty
Last Updated: 11 months ago
Data Source: CANOPYMLS, MLS# CAR4315439

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523 Sundown Drive

About This Property

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Property Highlights

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Building

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About Macon

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