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129 Old River Road

Marion, NC 28752
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,330

Sqft

Acres3.55

Acres(Lot)

Schedule your showing to see this peaceful brick ranch on 3.55 acres (two parcels sold together) in the Pleasant Gardens/Old Fort area of McDowell County. This solid one level home features hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, a spacious eat-in kitchen, generous room sizes, and a covered front porch. A full unfinished basement offers workshop space and abundant storage. New shingles installed in 2025. Outside you'll find a carport, stone patio, mature landscaping, several outbuildings, and long-range mountain views from a private, wooded setting. Includes two septic tanks, one can be used for an additional spot for RV/camper hookup. Above-grade heated living area is approximately 1,620 sq ft; the full basement provides significant additional space. Approximately 10 minutes to downt own Marion, 19 minutes to Catawba Falls, and 35 minutes to Asheville, with Pisgah National Forest and Lake James close by. Bring your vision and make it your own mountain retreat. Property includes 2.8 acre parcel which the home sits on, along with an extra parcel 078101169550 for an additional .75 acres. Contact listing agent to schedule your showing today!

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $400,000

AD Id : 87809848

MLS Id : CAR4401957

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 3.55 Acres

Living Area Size : 1,330

Year Built : 1964

County : McDowell

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

    Room Information

    Has Basement: Yes

    Interior Features

    Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Exhaust Fan Laundry Features: In Hall
  • Flooring Information

    Construction Materials: Brick Full
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Heat Pump Cooling: Heat Pump WaterSource: Well

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1964

  • Lot Information

    Lot Description: Cleared, Wooded, Views Lot Size Area: 3.55 acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Single Family Residence

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$400000

  • Tax Information

    Tax Assessed Value: 140320 Parcel Number: 0781-01-16-8351

  • Parking Information

    Attached Carport, Driveway

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Pleasant Gardens Junior High School: West McDowell Senior High School: McDowell
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Septic Installed Water Source: Well
  • Location Information

    Subdivision: None City: Marion
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MLS: CAROLINA #4401957 LISTED BY: Caleb Goforth, ERA Live Moore 828-659-3100 SOURCE: CAROLINA (Canopy MLS) (Listings courtesy of CAROLINA (Canopy MLS) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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