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$180,433$91 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 79How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $71,500 on Jun 12, 2018

185 FIRST ST

FRANKLIN, NC 28734
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,980 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$180K
$143K low$218K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$71,500 · Jun 12, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,262 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$335,740 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,080
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$307,660
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$335,740
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$335,740

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyMACON
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 244 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
East Franklin Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.2 mi
H
Franklin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Macon Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Macon County Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 28734These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.114

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.73%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,080
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.101 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,933
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,402
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.64 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

185 First St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 89% of homes in Macon County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Franklin 28734
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Franklin 28734
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Franklin 28734
  • Older than 94% of homes in Franklin 28734

What homes are worth in Franklin 28734

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$111K$865K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Franklin 28734.

How it measures up in Franklin 28734

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Franklin 28734.

Estimated value$180,433
CheaperTypical $290,378Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$91
CheaperTypical $220Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,980 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,308 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 1.11 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 185 First St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFranklin 28734Macon County
Estimated valuepricier than$180,43314% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$91almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,980 ft²86% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac6% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than19426% of homes6% of homes

About 185 First St

How much is 185 First St, Franklin, NC worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 185 First St, Franklin, NC is $180,433 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $143,089 to $217,777. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 185 First St, Franklin, NC last sell?

185 First St, Franklin, NC last sold on Jun 12, 2018 for $71,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 185 First St, Franklin, NC?

185 First St, Franklin, NC has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,980 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 185 First St, Franklin, NC built?

185 First St, Franklin, NC was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 185 First St, Franklin, NC?

185 First St, Franklin, NC is assigned to East Franklin Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Franklin High School (high), rated B-; Macon Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Macon County Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 185 First St, Franklin, NC compare to other homes in Franklin 28734?

Among the 16,129 homes in Franklin 28734, it is worth more than 14% of them ($180,433 against a typical $290,378), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($91 against a typical $220), it is bigger than 86% of them (1,980 ft² against a typical 1,308 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 1.11 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1942 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Macon County, it is worth more than 11% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 185 First St, Franklin, NC?

The 2026 property tax bill for 185 First St, Franklin, NC was $1,262. The county assessed it at $335,740.

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