Once home to Franklin's most notable suffragette, this historic 1800's farmhouse awaits a new owner to cherish its charm & rich history. The property is what mountain dreams are made of– an idyllic setting, 2.79 flat unrestricted acres & privacy close to town. Enjoy a dreamy sanctuary w/3 spring-fed ponds, rushing Blaine Branch creek, garden-friendly land, the ambiance of sweet church bells & cows for neighbors. Gardners will enjoy the garden shed & there's a powered workshop for tinkering. An orchard boasts cherries, peaches & apples. The interior of the home will impress! The main level features a library, family room, country kitchen w/butler's pantry, formal dining room, laundry porch, bonus sleeping/formal living room & full bath. Upstairs, 3 very nice-sized bedrooms share a fully updated bath, & there's more closet space than you'd expect! New roof 2023; trex deck 2025; washer & dryer 2025; fridge 2025; Optimum internet; nat. gas; 2 central heat/ac units; attic fan– the perfect blend of history & comfort! Lassie Kelly lived here– the 1st woman to pass the state bar– & furniture from her famous “Kelly's Tea Room” will remain in the home. Patton Farmhouse is calling you HOME!
Under contract
$479,900
1931 Patton Rd, Franklin, NC 28734
3beds
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Est.: Get pre-qualified
Residential
Built in 1826
2.79 Acres Lot
$480,600 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Powered workshopGarden-friendly landFamily roomLaundry porchAttic fanGarden shedPrivacy close to town
- 30 days |
- 172 |
- 3 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kelly Penland,
Realty One Group Vibe
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS,MLS#: 26047135
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Length: 13.7
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 149.34
- Dimensions: 11.4 x 13.1
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 166.4
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 13
Dining room
- Level: First
- Area: 184.08
- Dimensions: 15.6 x 11.8
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Length: 15.6
Living room
- Level: First
- Area: 240.21
- Dimensions: 15.7 x 15.3
Office
- Level: First
- Length: 15.3
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: First Level
Features
- Bonus Room, Country Kitchen, Formal Dining Room, Main Level Living
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Windows: Windows-Insulated/Storm
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Access Only
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Two or More, Other
Interior area
- Living area range: 2001-2200 Square Feet
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, None-Carport
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Other
- Waterfront features: Pond, Stream/Creek
Lot
- Size: 2.79 Acres
- Features: Allow RVs, Level, Level Yard, Pasture, Private, Unrestricted
- Residential vegetation: Partially Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding/Workshop
- Parcel number: 6573899074
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farm House
- Property subtype: Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1826
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cell Service Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Franklin
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $448,520
- Annual tax amount: $1,818
- Date on market: 5/5/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$480,600
$457,000 - $505,000
$1,891/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2026 | Contingent | $479,900 |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047135 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $479,900+41.1% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26047135 Report a problem | ||
| 2/8/2021 | Sold | $340,000-2.8% |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26016623 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2021 | Contingent | $349,900 |
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS #26016623 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2021 | Pending sale | $349,900 |
Source: Lynn Potts Realty #26016623 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2020 | Listed for sale | $349,900 |
Source: Lynn Potts Realty #26016623 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2020 | Listing removed | $349,900 |
Source: Lynn Potts Realty #26016623 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2020 | Listed for sale | $349,900 |
Source: Lynn Potts Realty #26016623 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,645 | $448,520 |
| 2024 | $1,645 +5.9% | $448,520 +0% |
| 2023 | $1,554 +0.7% | $448,420 +46.9% |
| 2022 | $1,542 +3.2% | $305,160 |
| 2021 | $1,495 +3.8% | $305,160 -1.7% |
| 2020 | $1,440 +0.9% | $310,310 |
| 2019 | $1,427 | $310,310 +6.6% |
| 2018 | $1,427 +12.4% | $291,060 |
| 2017 | $1,269 | $291,060 |
| 2016 | $1,269 +2.3% | $291,060 |
| 2015 | $1,240 +1.9% | $291,060 -4.2% |
| 2014 | $1,217 | $303,820 |
| 2013 | $1,217 | $303,820 |
| 2012 | -- | $303,820 |
| 2011 | -- | $303,820 |
| 2010 | -- | $303,820 |
| 2009 | -- | $303,820 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 28734
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Cartoogechaye ElementaryGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.5 mi
- 6/10Macon Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 6/10Macon Early College High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Macon Middle
- High: Franklin
Source: Carolina Smokies MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- North Carolina
- Macon County
- Franklin
- 28734
- 1931 Patton Rd
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