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1884 Ruby Mine Road, Franklin, NC 28734

None · Macon County

Key Facts

2Beds
4Baths
1,952Sq Ft
1968Year Built

Description

Single level, all block home and commercial building that is a beautiful piece of Cowee history. This 2 bedroom/3.5 bath home is full of possibilities! With no restrictions, this spot could be anything you want it to be. Walking in the front door is a foyer that divides this unit into two living areas with the "main" side offering a full kitchen, dining area, two full bathrooms and a large bedroom. The second "living" area offers a "studio" with a full bathroom and open living space. There is also an attached building that is a 1,000 +/- square foot area that was once a lapidary and gift shop w/ a half bath and workshop area. The open, cleared property also offers a separate septic hook up ideal for an RV or another possible home site. This home has been meticulously updated and restored while maintaining original charm that is now functional to include the original windows. Make this unique piece of history your dream come true! SELLER IS WILLING TO OFFER $2,000 TOWARDS CLOSING COST

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

Ranch

Year Built

1968

Living Area

1,952 sq ft

Zoning

open use

Days on Market

153

MLS® Listing#

4032829

Property Features

Appliances

Convection Oven

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Heating

Baseboard

Parking

Attached CarportDrivewayRV Access/Parking

Laundry

Electric Dryer HookupWasher Hookup

Foundation

Slab

Roof

Metal

Sewer

Septic Tank

Water Source

Well

Schools

Elementary:
Unspecified
Middle:
Unspecified
High:
Unspecified

Financial Details

Assessed Value

$103,690

Parcel Number

6598827229

Directions

From Franklin, Go North on Hwy. 28 for 4 miles, turn right on Cowee Creek Rd., go 2 miles, veer right on Ruby Mine Rd., go 2 miles, home is on the left.

Affordability Calculator

$47,700

Estimated monthly payment

$1,269/mo

Principal $190,800 · Est. interest $266,183 over 30 yrs

Neighborhood Market Statistics

How this home compares to active listings in Franklin, NC

$353,571
Median Listing Price
75
Median Days on Market
1,425
Median Sq Ft
$281
Median Price / Sq Ft
51
Active Listings
  • This home’s price is 33% below the area median.
  • Its price per sq ft is 57% below the area median.

Market statistics compiled from active EXIT Realty® and MLS listings in Franklin, NC.

Location

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Nearby Schools

  • Cowee School

    Elementary · 2.6 mi away

  • Victory Christian School

    School · 3.8 mi away

  • Iotla Valley Elementary

    Elementary · 4.2 mi away

  • East Franklin Elementary

    Elementary · 5.6 mi away

  • The Prowler Press

    School · 6.6 mi away

  • Franklin High School

    Secondary · 6.6 mi away

  • Trimont Christian Academy

    School · 7.1 mi away

  • Mountain View Intermediate

    Secondary · 7.4 mi away

  • Macon Middle School

    Secondary · 7.6 mi away

  • Franklin Headstart Center

    Elementary · 7.6 mi away

  • Macon Early College High School

    Secondary School · 7.7 mi away

  • Southwestern Community College Macon

    School · 7.7 mi away

  • Cartoogechaye Elementary School

    Elementary · 8.3 mi away

  • Wcu Graduate School

    School · 10.2 mi away

  • Wcu Admissions

    School · 10.3 mi away

  • Cullowhee Valley School

    Elementary · 10.4 mi away

  • Early Learning Center

    School · 10.5 mi away

  • Swain West Elementary School

    Elementary · 10.8 mi away

  • Smoky Mountain High School

    Secondary · 10.8 mi away

  • Union Academy

    School · 10.8 mi away

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Listing Courtesy: Coldwell Banker Advantage - Aliciahurst@cbking.com

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Last Updated: 2023-05-20

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