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$445,000

Est. $2,696/mo —

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1,100

sq ft

87 Prater Cove Rd, Franklin, NC 28734

About this home

Discover this classic log cabin that embodies rustic elegance. Inside, the warm wood tones and inviting layout immediately make you feel at home. The cabin comes fully furnished, showcasing comfortable, mountain-themed decor that perfectly complements its natural surroundings. The heart of the home opens up to a warm living space, but the true highlight of this property is its seamless integration with the outdoors. Step out onto the large screened porch to sip your morning coffee while listening to the gentle sounds of the nearby creek and watching deer and turkey roam through your woods. With 7.7 acres of private land, you have your own personal nature reserve to explore, hike, and unwind. Combining the rare elements of large acreage, water features, absolute privacy, and close-to-town convenience, this exceptional log cabin is a rare find.

Single-familyProperty Type

2007Year Built

7.78 acresLot Size

$405Price/Sq.Ft.

1 spaceParking

Listed by Gregory Mitchell • Exp Realty, LLC

Contact: 8885849431

Listing updated: Oct 12, 2026 at 07:42am

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:CSAOR #26048729

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$2,696 per month

Principal and interest$2,489

Property taxes

$106

HOA dues

Home insurance

$100

Utilities

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Cartoogechaye Elementary

Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 2.1mi

6/10

Macon Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi

6/10

Macon Early College High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Market insights

87 Prater Cove Rd · $445,000

DAYS ON MARKET

The average home goes pending in 97 days.

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 5% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $399,175. (10% lower than this home)

PRICE DROP

16% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Insulated windows
Wood-burning fireplace
Crawl space

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms

Kitchen
Electric range, electric oven, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator

Laundry & utility
Washer, dryer
Electric water heater

Flooring
Carpet, hardwood

Heating & cooling
Wood, heat pump
Central air, ceiling fans

Sale and tax history for 87 Prater Cove Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

CSAOR #26048729

Oct 12, 2026

Listed

$445,000

$405/sq ft

CSAOR #26042679

Sep 14, 2026

Price Changed

$525,000

$477/sq ft

Dec 12, 2025

Price Changed

$575,000

$523/sq ft

Nov 17, 2025

Listed

$625,000

$568/sq ft

CANOPYMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4322488

Sep 14, 2026

Price Changed

$525,000

$477/sq ft

Dec 15, 2025

Price Changed

$575,000

$523/sq ft

Nov 17, 2025

Listed

$625,000

$568/sq ft

Triad MLS #1

Jun 10, 2026

Price Changed

$525,000

$477/sq ft

Dec 15, 2025

Price Changed

$575,000

$523/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$1,269

$209,080 + $287,250

$496,330

2024

$1,269 (+6.0%)

$209,080 + $282,470

$491,550

2023

$1,198 (+10.7%)

$209,080 + $282,470

$491,550

2022

$1,083 (+3.1%)

$126,830 + $171,180

$298,010

2021

$1,050 (+5.3%)

$126,830 + $171,180

$298,010

2020

$998 (+1.3%)

$126,830 + $171,180

$298,010

2019

$985 (−24.5%)

$126,830 + $171,180

$298,010

2018

$1,304

$117,940 + $181,750

$299,690

2017

$1,304 (+2.4%)

$117,940 + $181,750

$299,690

2016

$1,274 (+1.8%)

$117,940 + $181,750

$299,690

2015

$1,251 (−15.2%)

$117,940 + $181,750

$299,690

2014

$1,476

$240,620 + $213,900

$454,520

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

12.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,296

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,296

Year built

2007

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Macon County

APN

6583274082

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

6 days above 96° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

6 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Franklin, NC • 28734

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

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Sun exposure

91/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 21% for direct sun exposure in Franklin. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

8.6 hrs

5.2 hrs

JuneDecember

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Redfin Estimate for 87 Prater Cove Rd

$442,919

$2,081 under list price of $445K

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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $285K to $530K.

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Rental earnings

Est. $2,128 per month, based on comparable rentals

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