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490 Red Wolf Run, Franklin, NC, 28734

6beds
7baths
6,200sqft
$3,977,888
$642price/sqft
$23,082/moest. monthly cost
$923,280/yrincome needed

About This Home

A Private Mountain Sanctuary minutes from the Franklin, NC airport. This Extraordinary Mountaintop Estate sits on 34.7 pristine acres, bordered on three sides by USFS with a bold, native trout stream flowing through the heart of the property. Soaring 25-foot ceilings in the Great Room, anchored by a dramatic masonry wood-burning fireplace. Rich, unmatched woodwork, thick moldings, built in shelving, Kolbe windows and French Doors, a Solid Walnut Front Door and quarter sewn five inch oak floors throughout showcase an uncompromised quality of construction. Breathtaking views of Wayah Bald (Macon Counties highest peak) from almost every room. At the heart of the home, a chef's country kitchen complemented by Wolf appliances, designer cabinetry, a custom built-in pot rack over island, and table for eight. Antique granite countertops are paired with polished nickel Newport Brass faucets, creating an inviting culinary space. Adjacent, an impressive butler's pantry, a spacious laundry room, and a second powder room for seamless entertaining. The formal dining room is enveloped in natural light by eight-foot doors and expansive windows that invite the surrounding forest and mountain scenery indoors. Just beyond the kitchen, a large screened porch captures sweeping views of Wayah Bald—where the Appalachian Trail & Bartram Trail pass. The main-level primary suite, a true retreat, offers a spa-inspired bath complete with heated floors, whirlpool tub, Toto Neorest toilet, dual walk-in closets, additional cedar and linen closets. The upper level hosts two elegant guest suites, each with generous baths finished in quartzite, stone, and granite, along with a sunlit loft ideal for a home office or reading lounge.The terrace level offers a second great room with slate flooring, a stone fireplace, a stunning wine cellar, and 2 additional unfinished guest suites with plumbing installed. An Impressive Nature Lovers Paradise!

Getting Around

0
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
0
BikeNot Bike Friendly

Schools

8/10
Iotla ElementaryGrades PK-47.0 mi
6/10
Macon Middle SchoolGrades 7-810.5 mi
6/10
Franklin HighGrades 9-128.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 2008

Materials

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Frame,Timber/Pole Frame,Wood Siding,Stone,Concrete

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cabin,Traditional,Country,Craftsman
  • Property subType: Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Refrigerator,Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer,Tankless Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Main Level,See Remarks,Laundry Room

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Full

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 6
  • Bathrooms: 7
  • Full bathrooms: 5
  • Partial bathrooms: 2
  • Main level bedrooms: 1

Features

  • Pantry,Ceiling Fan(s),Cathedral Ceiling(s),Sheetrock,Wood,Entrance Foyer,Eat-in Kitchen,High Speed Internet
  • Window features: Insulated Windows,Screens,See Remarks
  • Flooring: Wood,Tile
  • Number of fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace features: Vented,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Heat Pump
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 6,200
  • Total interior livable area: 6,200 sqft

Master Bedroom

  • Level: Main,Upper

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 6546509012
  • Other equipment: Generator

Features

  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Stories: 3
  • Patio & porch: Screened,Front Porch,Deck
  • Exterior features: Private Yard
  • Has view: Yes
  • View description: Mountain(s),Year Round,Creek/Stream,Long Range
  • Has water view: Yes
  • Water view: Creek/Stream
  • On waterfront: Yes
  • Waterfront features: Creek,Creek Access
  • Waterbody name: Ray Creek
  • Frontage type: Creek,USFS
  • Topography of land: Sloping,Rolling

Lot

  • Lot size: 34.70 Acres

Parking

  • Total spaces: 3
  • Parking features: Garage,Gravel
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 3
  • Covered spaces: 3
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveVery High
  • Landslide
    LandslideVery High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Landslide
Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind
Hail
Ice Storm
Tornado
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Macon County and North Carolina

Flood
Hurricane
Mud Landslide
Severe Storm
Tropical Depression
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Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $20,114$241,368
Home Insurance *$1,248$14,976
Property Taxes $1,143$13,716
Electricity $577$6,929
Total$23,082$276,984
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$791,382/yr
40% on housing$692,460/yr
45% on housing$615,520/yr

North Carolina FAIR Plan Programs

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NCIUA - Coastal Property Insurance Pool (CPIP)

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Current Policies
Residential: 235,990Commercial: 10,165
Total Premiums$278.20M
Total Exposure$57.33B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.8%
9.8%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.0%
4.0%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 6.4%
6.4%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$642This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 28734$244
Macon County$556

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 28734
Macon County$264

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-01Price change$3,977,888
2026-01-21Listed for sale$4,490,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentThe Holly Nelson Team, Engel & Volkers North Georgia Mountains, Holly Nelson, Engel & Volkers North Georgia Mountains
BrokerageEngel & Volkers North Georgia Mountains

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