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Property Description
Rare opportunity to own a beautifully maintained, move-in ready cottage in the highly sought-after Cowee area of Franklin, offering 2.4± acres of gently rolling usable land, mountain views, pastoral scenery, and the flexibility today's buyers are searching for. Ideal for gardening, outdoor recreation, homesteading, or mini-farm potential, this property offers a unique blend of privacy, functionality, and easy mountain living. The spacious screened-in porch creates the perfect place to relax and take in the peaceful surroundings, while the home's open-concept upper level provides comfortable everyday living with natural flow for gathering and entertaining. Two private lower-level bedrooms offer a practical layout for guests, full-time living, or a mountain retreat setup. A valuable added feature, the property includes RV hookup, creating extra flexibility for travel, visitors, or additional utility options rarely found in this price range. Located just minutes from downtown Franklin, shopping, dining, and outdoor recreation, this home offers the increasingly hard-to-find combination of usable acreage, convenient access, and peaceful country setting. Whether you are searching for a full-time residence, weekend escape, or investment opportunity, this Cowee property stands out for its land, versatility, and lifestyle appeal.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1169 Rickman Creek Rd
General
- Price: $315,000
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: Charlotte_Regional_Realtor_Association
- MLS ID: 4340443
- Updated: 3/23/2026
- Added to Site: 60 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Gas Log, Gas Log
- Appliances: Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Main - Full Baths: 1
- Basement Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms-B: 2
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Basement
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- County: Macon
- Driving Directions: NC-28, turn right onto Cowee Creek Rd. Then take a slight left onto Snow Hill Dr and follow for about a mile until you take a left onto Rickman Creek Rd. GPS is accurate.
School Information
- Elementary School: Iotla Valley
- Middle School: Macon
- High School: Franklin
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Electric, Propane
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Installed
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Site Built
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished
- Roof: Metal
- Main/1st Level: 576 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1984
Lot Features
- Street/Road Desc.: Gravel
- Elevation (Approx.): 1500
Financial Considerations
- Terms: Cash, Conventional
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 6588559589
- Lot Number: W-41/595
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Schools
Schools serving 1169 Rickman Creek Rd
School District:Macon County Schools
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Iotla Elementary 1166 Iotla Church Road, Franklin, NC 28734 | PK-4 | 3.6 mi |
Macon Middle School 1345 Wells Grove Road, Franklin, NC 28734 | 7-8 | 8.4 mi |
Franklin High 100 Panther Drive, Franklin, NC 28734 | 9-12 | 7.1 mi |
Macon Early College High School 77 Siler Farm Road, Franklin, NC 28734 | 9-12 | 8.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1169 Rickman Creek Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/06/2026
Price Reduced
$315,000
-1.53%
MLS
2/03/2026
Listed
$319,900
23.04%
MLS
5/24/2022
Sold
$260,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1169 Rickman Creek Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
-100%
$251,980
—
2023
$999
85%
$251,980
200%
2021
$541
—
$84,130
—
2022
$541
4%
$84,030
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2020
$519
3%
$84,130
—
2019
$506
-4%
$84,130
-10%
2018
$525
100%
$93,580
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2016
—
$93,580
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1169 Rickman Creek Road, Franklin, NC 28734 (MLS# 4340443) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1169 Rickman Creek Road is currently listed for $315,000 and was received on February 03, 2026. Want to learn more about 1169 Rickman Creek Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Franklin? You can browse all Franklin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

