Franklin County VA Land and Farms

Franklin County, VA land and farms have gained added attention by investors, developers and homebuyers as residential development has increased due to commuters from the Roanoke, Lynchburg and Martinsville urban areas. Land in Franklin County, VA surrounding Smith Lake has accounted for significant increases in population, which now is 56,042, a 20% increase in just a decade. Retirees in search of a rural laid-back lifestyle also have discovered the county. Located in the Appalachian region, the 712-square-mile county is adjacent to Bedford, Pittsylvania, Henry, Patrick, Floyd and Roanoke counties. Rocky Mount is the county seat. Manufacturing and farming provide a significant portion of the county’s economic base. Farms account for 156,254 acres, and livestock and poultry equal 75% of agricultural sales. Twenty-seven percent of farmland remains as woodlands that can provide opportunities for lumbering. Top private employers include M.W. Manufacturers, Trinity Packaging Corp. and Wal-Mart. During Prohibition, Franklin County, VA became known as the Moonshine Capital of the World. Fishermen chase fish in the Roanoke River and Smith Mountain Lake. And hunters find plenty of opportunities to hunt deer, turkeys and grouse. The lake and Blue Ridge Parkway also attract birders, hikers, boaters and other outdoor enthusiasts. Booker T. Washington National Monument preserves portions of the 207-acre tobacco farm on which educator and leader Booker T. Washington was born into slavery in 1856. Franklin County Public Schools provides K-12 public education. Virginia Western Community College and Ferrum College offer higher learning.

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7.08 acres of Recreational and Residential Land For Sale Just Minutes From Smith Mountain Lake in Franklin County VA!
Franklin, VA
7.1 acres
MOPLS ID
52915
Land and Farms Realty
For immediate assistance with this listing call Joel Hoeffner at 540-494-4070. This peaceful all wooded property located in Union Hall, Virginia offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation. It is not only a great little hunting tract but would also be ideal for building your quiet family...
$79,500
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9.2acs Armory Drive, Franklin, Franklin
Franklin, Virginia
9.2 acres
MLS ID
10415176
CENTURY 21 Gold Market Realty Inc.
Fantastic opportunities convey with this prime location within the City of Franklin and the Enterprise Zone. Parcel is currently zoned M-1 and adjacent to hotels, retail and dining. Parcel fronts busy limited access US 58 and its interchange with Armory Drive. Access is via a 60' easement from...
$599,900
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8.6acs Councill Drive, Franklin, Franklin
Franklin, Virginia
8.7 acres
MLS ID
10415140
CENTURY 21 Gold Market Realty Inc.
Wooded 8.648 acre parcel adjacent to Walmart awaiting your business or businesses. City utilities are available. Currently M-1 zoning which allows for wholesale, retail and service businesses. Property fronts on Council Drive accessed via Armory Drive. The property is also located within the...
$499,900
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5B Stewart Dr Drive, Franklin, Franklin
Franklin, Virginia
2.0 acres
MLS ID
10525384
Coldwell Banker Now
2 acre lot ready to build on Stewart Dr. in the heart of Franklin, a great location for just about any commercial use!
$299,000
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111 STEWART Drive, Franklin, Franklin
Franklin, Virginia
1.7 acres
MLS ID
1426730
CENTURY 21 Gold Market Realty Inc.
Zoned B3 General Business cleared parcel includes an 888 sq. ft. building with gravel parking area. Previous use was hair salon. High visibility directly adjacent to Bronco Federal Credit Union. Need more space?Adjacent 1.24 ac parcel also available. VDOT annual weekday avg traffic count is 10,000.
$194,444
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.99ac Bailey & Stewart Drive, Franklin, Franklin
Franklin, Virginia
1.0 acres
MLS ID
10372303
CENTURY 21 Gold Market Realty Inc.
Looking for some prime time commercial land in the Heart of Franklin? LOOK NO FURTHER!!! Almost an acre of land ready for your business. Land is currently zoned B3. Located across the street from Food Lion and it is a corner lot next to Lowes. PRICED BELOW TAX ASSESSMENT.
$169,000
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0 Coopers Cove Rd, Hardy, Franklin
Franklin, VA
3.4 acres
MLS ID
138276
Re/Max All Stars
Great Homesite offering privacy, mountain views yet in a super-convenient location. All soil work has been completed, ready to build on.
$59,950
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312 First Avenue, Franklin, Franklin
Franklin, Virginia
0.2 acres
MLS ID
10509102
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services
Back on market due to no fault of seller. Ready to build large corner lot on a sidewalk & tree lined dead end street in a revitalizing area. House in previous listing & tax record has been bulldozed and lot cleared value added $22-25k. Water and sewer tap is still in place value added $8K.
$39,000
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1817 South Street, Franklin, Franklin
Franklin, Virginia
1.0 acres
MLS ID
10516282
Summit Realty Group LLC
View this spacious lot located within the city limits & make it yours! Hurry because this will not last long! Water & sewer available! The previous home is no longer there.
$38,800
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